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Summary
Star Player Emem Essien bags the Woman of the Match award for her outstanding performance in the victorious match against Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies from South Africa.
Edo Queens’ star Emem Essien has earned the Woman of the Match award after an outstanding performance against champions Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies. Her performance propelled her team into the semi-finals of the 2024 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Women’s Champions League.
Emem’s dramatic equaliser in added time set the stage for a stunning 2-1 victory in their final Group B match on November 16, 2024, at Stade Larbi Zaouli in Casablanca, Morocco.
Edo Queens fought back after Mamelodi Sundowns took an early lead with Melinda Ngadiete’s 24th-minute goal. Desperate for a win, the Nigerian football champions pressed on and finally broke through in added time with Emem Essien’s equaliser, followed by Mary Mamudu’s decisive winning goal, securing Edo Queens’ progression to the semi-finals.
Emem Essien’s heroics come on the back of an impressive year, during which she played a pivotal role in Edo Queens’ triumph at the 2023 Betsy Obaseki Women’s Football Tournament and their victory in the Nigeria Women Football League Championship. Her leadership and skill continue to inspire her teammates and fans alike.
Emem Essien’s remarkable performance has earned widespread praise across social media, with fans and football enthusiasts alike congratulating her for her pivotal role in Edo Queens’ victory.
“Congratulations to you. Thank you for making Edo and Nigeria proud,” X user, @minds_valley commented.
Edo Queens will now face TP Mazembe from the Democratic Republic of Congo in the semi-finals on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024 by 14:00 UTC.
Their qualification already guarantees them a $350,000 prize, with the eventual champions set to take home $600,000. The runners-up will go home with $400,000, while third place gets $350,000 and other monetary incentives.
With her consistent performances and ability to deliver in crucial moments, Emem Essien is undoubtedly a player to watch as Edo Queens aim for continental glory.
