Delta Queens, the reigning champions of the Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL), are set to make their debut appearance in the CAF Women’s Champions League as they have been drawn in Group A for the WAFU Zone B qualifiers.
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The draw held recently pitted them against tough opponents including USFA from Burkina Faso, Atletico D’Abidjan from Cote d’Ivoire, and Sam Nelly FC from Benin Republic.
The WAFU Zone B qualifiers serve as the preliminary stage for teams in the West African region to secure a spot in the main CAF Women’s Champions League tournament. In this edition, the ultimate goal is to claim the solitary ticket available for WAFU Zone B.
Delta Queens’ impressive performance in the Nigeria Women’s Football League Playoffs final in June saw them emerge victorious against Rivers Angels FC and Bayelsa Queens FC, who represented Nigeria in the previous two editions of the CAF Women’s Champions League.
Delta Queens’ triumph in the playoffs granted them the opportunity to represent the country and continue the Nigerian legacy in the prestigious continental tournament.
The upcoming WAFU Zone B qualifiers are scheduled to take place on August 18 in Cote d’Ivoire. Delta Queens will face formidable competition as they strive to advance to the main tournament and contend for the continental crown.
The journey promises to be challenging, with teams from different West African countries vying for the same objective.
This is a significant moment for Delta Queens, as they embark on their maiden campaign in the CAF Women’s Champions League. The club will aim to showcase their talent, determination, and the quality of women’s football in Nigeria.
The experience gained from competing on the continental stage will undoubtedly contribute to the growth and development of women’s football in the country.
The NWFL and Nigerian football enthusiasts will rally behind Delta Queens as they seek to make their mark and represent the nation with distinction.
The club’s participation in the tournament reflects the continuous progress of women’s football in Nigeria, affirming the country’s status as a powerhouse in African women’s football.
