The fourth edition of the CAF Women’s Champions League promises an exciting competition, featuring the top teams from across Africa. With reigning champions Mamelodi Sundowns leading the charge, the tournament will see fierce battles as clubs vie for continental glory. Here’s an overview of the teams that have made it to the final stages of the prestigious tournament.
Mamelodi Sundowns (South Africa)
How They Qualified: As reigning champions from the 2023 edition, Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies gained automatic qualification.
About the Team: Based in Pretoria, South Africa, Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies have dominated domestic and continental football since their formation in 2009. Under coach Jerry Tshabalala, they’ve secured multiple SAFA National Women’s League titles and two CAF Women’s Champions League titles in 2021 and 2023. Despite a disappointing runner-up finish in 2022, they rebounded strongly in 2023 by defeating Sporting Club Casablanca 3-0 in the final to clinch their second CAF title.
Achievements:
- South African Championship Winner: 2013, 2015, 2019-2023
- CAF Champions League Winner: 2021, 2023; Runner-up: 2022
- COSAFA Tournament Winner: 2021, 2023
Aigles de la Medina (Senegal)
How They Qualified: Aigles de la Medina secured their spot by winning the WAFU A tournament, becoming the first Senegalese team to qualify for the CAF Women’s Champions League.
About the Team: Based in Dakar, Senegal, Aigles de la Medina has a long-standing history in the national championship, winning titles in 2003, 2007, and 2024. Despite challenges with player transfers, they bounced back in 2024, securing both the national championship and cup. This historic double paved the way for their participation in this year’s CAF Champions League.
Achievements:
- Senegalese Championship Winner: 2003, 2007, 2024
- WAFU A Tournament Winner: 2024
Edo Queens (Nigeria)
How They Qualified: Edo Queens went unbeaten in the WAFU Zone B tournament, securing their place in the final phase of the CAF Women’s Champions League.
About the Team: Hailing from Benin, Edo State, Edo Queens are known for their dynamic style of play and consistent presence in Nigeria’s Women’s First Division. They have established themselves as a force both nationally and internationally, representing Nigeria with pride and consistently competing for top honors.
Achievements:
- Nigerian Championship Winner: 2024
- WAFU B Tournament Winner: 2024
TP Mazembe (DR Congo)
How They Qualified: TP Mazembe secured their place after a strong performance in the UNIFFAC tournament, marking their second appearance in the finals.
About the Team: Based in Lubumbashi, DR Congo, TP Mazembe Women’s Football Club has quickly risen to prominence since its foundation in 2020. With three DR Congo championships to their name, they have made their mark on both the national and continental stages, winning the UNIFFAC tournament in 2022 and 2024.
Achievements:
- DR Congo Championship Winner: 2022, 2023, 2024
- UNIFFAC Tournament Winner: 2022, 2024
University of the Western Cape (South Africa)
How They Qualified: As runners-up in the 2023 SAFA Women’s League, UWC secured their spot in the CAF Women’s Champions League after winning the COSAFA qualifiers.
About the Team: UWC Ladies FC, representing the University of the Western Cape, made history as the first university team to qualify for the CAF Women’s Champions League. Their rise in South African football has been meteoric, with recent successes in the university championships and a solid run in the SAFA Women’s League.
Achievements:
- SAFA Women’s League Runner-up: 2023
Commercial Bank of Ethiopia (Ethiopia)
How They Qualified: Dominating the CECAFA tournament, CBE secured their qualification for the CAF Women’s Champions League final stages.
About the Team: Based in Addis Ababa, CBE is one of Ethiopia’s most successful women’s football clubs. With six national championships and a string of recent successes, including winning the 2024 CECAFA tournament, CBE is a force to be reckoned with on the continental stage.
Achievements:
- Ethiopian Championship Winner: 2014, 2015, 2021-2024
- CECAFA Tournament Winner: 2024
AS FAR (Morocco)
How They Qualified: AS FAR qualified after winning the UNAF tournament and are determined to reclaim the CAF Women’s Champions League title.
About the Team: The Moroccan giants have been dominant both domestically and continentally, winning multiple national titles and the CAF Women’s Champions League in 2022. AS FAR has consistently finished in the top three of the continental competition and remains one of the favorites for this year’s title.
Achievements:
- Moroccan Championship Winner: 2013, 2014, 2016-2024
- CAF Women’s Champions League Winner: 2022; Third Place: 2021, 2023
With a stellar lineup of top clubs from across Africa, the 2024 CAF Women’s Champions League promises to be a thrilling competition. From Mamelodi Sundowns’ title defense to the rise of new contenders like Edo Queens and TP Mazembe, fans can expect an exciting tournament full of skill, passion, and drama on the continent’s biggest stage for women’s football.
