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Edo Queens are set to face Central Bank of Ethiopia in their opening match on Sunday.
Nigerian champions Edo Queens are confident as they embark on their journey in the CAF Women's Champions League. The team aims to become the first Nigerian club to win the prestigious competition.
Edo Queens have a guaranteed participation fee of $150,000 (over 250 million naira) and can earn additional funds as they advance in the competition, with the winner receiving $600,000, (a trillion naira) the runners-up $400,000, and third place $350,000, along with other monetary incentives.
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Aduku's aim for historic CAF Women's Champions League victory
Head coach Moses Aduku is optimistic about his team's chances as he emphasises taking each game seriously and giving their best effort.
"One of the things I do tell them is that every game should be treated as the only game. The team is good, and everybody is ready to go," Aduku said.
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Edo Queens aim to make history by becoming the first Nigerian team to reach the final, following Rivers Angels' participation in 2021 and Bayelsa Queens' in 2022.
Aduku also highlights the ambition to replicate the success of the Nigerian national team, the Super Falcons.
"I think the women are catching up well in Nigeria. The Falcons are nine-time champions in Africa, and we want to replicate that at the clubside level as well. Nigeria has not won the CAF Women's Champions League, but that is why we are here," he declared.
Tough Opponents, Unwavering Spirit
While acknowledging the challenges they will face, Aduku remains confident.
"We are going with everything. We know our opponents. It's a new game, a new competition, our style of play; you will see it and enjoy it," he said.
Team captain draws inspiration from qualifiers
On her part, the team captain Efemweokiekie Osakpolor echoes the team's motivation, drawing inspiration from their journey to the Champions League.
Edo Queens secured their spot in the finals in Morocco by winning both the Nigeria Women's Champions League and the WAFU B qualifiers.
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The CAF Women's Champions League kicks off on November 9th, 2024, and all eyes will be on Edo Queens as they embark on this historic journey.
"Playing the league in Nigeria, the first round was very tough for us. We are very prepared, and we are not thinking about the status of who we are meeting," she said.
Edo Queens are set to face Central Bank of Ethiopia in their opening match on Sunday.
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