TP Mazembe Wins First CAF Women’s Championship

TP Mazembe triumphed over AS FAR with a 1-0 victory in the CAF Women’s Champions League final held in Morocco, marking their first title in the tournament's history. The decisive goal came from a penalty by Marlene Kasaj just 10 minutes into the match, following a handball by AS FAR captain Aziza Rabbah. Despite AS FAR's attempts to equalize, TP Mazembe's disciplined defense and strong goalkeeping thwarted their efforts throughout the game. This victory signifies a remarkable resurgence for TP Mazembe, who had previously faced disappointment in their 2022 campaign. Mazembe's win also comes with a prize of $600,000, while the runners-up AS FAR take home $400,000. The success challenges the dominance of established teams in African women's club football and highlights the rising competitiveness of the sport.