CAF women’s club games bring fresh buzz

Women's football in Africa is enjoying another exciting moment as the 2026 CAF Women's Champions League brings together eight clubs in Ismailia, Egypt. The tournament, which runs from 1 to 15 November, has already delivered surprising results, impressive performances and plenty of reasons for fans to keep watching.

One of the biggest talking points so far has been the performance of Uganda's Kawempe Muslim Ladies. Making their debut in the competition, the team shocked defending champions AS FAR of Morocco with a 3-2 victory in their opening match. Their performance showed that less familiar names in African women's football can also compete with the continent's established clubs.

Ghana's Ampem Darkoa have also given their supporters something to celebrate. They began their campaign with a convincing 5-1 win over Mali's USFAS Bamako. They followed that result with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Kawempe Muslim Ladies, thanks to Beline Nyarkoh's late goal. With six points from their first two matches, Ampem Darkoa have made a strong case for a place in the semi-finals.

Other clubs attracting attention include South Africa's Mamelodi Sundowns, Egypt's FC Masar and Morocco's AS FAR. Sundowns remain one of the tournament's major contenders, while FC Masar will be hoping to make the most of playing in front of their home supporters.

##Important Dates for Football Fans

The group stage is approaching its final round, with several teams still fighting to secure a place in the last four.

##Here are the upcoming fixtures (Egyptian local time):

7 November

• 2:00 PM – Lekié Football Filles vs FC Masar.
• 2:00 PM – Mamelodi Sundowns vs FUS Rabat.

8 November

• 2:00 PM – Ampem Darkoa vs AS FAR.
• 2:00 PM – Kawempe Muslim Ladies vs USFAS Bamako.

The semi-finals will take place on 11 November, with the third-place match scheduled for 14 November. The tournament will conclude with the final on 15 November at the Suez Canal Stadium in Ismailia.

##Why This Tournament Matters

The CAF Women's Champions League is about more than winning a trophy. It gives women's clubs across Africa an opportunity to compete internationally, gain valuable experience and show what their players can achieve.

It also provides a platform for talented players to attract attention beyond their home countries. For clubs that receive less international coverage, competing against well-known sides can help raise their profile and encourage greater support for women's football.

The tournament also plays a role in strengthening the women's game by giving clubs an incentive to invest in their players, improve their standards and compete at a higher level.

With the group stage nearing its conclusion, attention is now turning to the teams that will make it into the semi-finals. The remaining matches could bring more surprises, and supporters will be eager to see which club eventually claims the African title.

For now, one thing is clear: the competition is giving African women's football another opportunity to show its quality and growing appeal.