Dikisha's Five-Goal Masterclass Sets Up CAF WCL UNIFFAC Final Showdown
The CAF Women's Champions League (WCL) UNIFFAC Zone Qualifiers have reached a fever pitch, culminating in a dramatic final match round that will determine the sole representative from Central Africa. Dominant performances and historic individual achievements in Match Round 4 have dramatically tightened the race for qualification, setting the stage for a tense, winner-takes-all scenario.
The spotlight belongs to Esther Dikisha of M'sichana, whose stunning five-goal haul not only secured a crucial 8-0 victory for her club but also propelled her to the top of the Golden Boot race. This individual masterclass, combined with an equally impressive victory by the undefeated leaders FC Ebolowa, means the tournament's top two teams, FC Ebolowa and 15 de Agosto, are now poised to clash in a de facto final. The winner of this head-to-head showdown will claim the top spot and the coveted qualification ticket to the continental tournament. M'sichana, having played their final game, can only wait, with their hopes precariously resting on the outcome of that decisive fixture.
Match Round 4: Goal Feasts Reshape the Table
Round 4 of the CAF Women's Champions League UNIFFAC Zone Qualifiers was defined by an explosion of goals and a crucial clean sheet, significantly impacting the standings ahead of the final matches.
In the most stunning result of the round, M'sichana obliterated TP Electsport with a massive 8-0 victory. The attack was powered by two phenomenal individual showings:
Esther Dikisha delivered a historic five-goal haul (5’,7’,15’,46’,65’) to seize control of the Golden Boot race.
She was ably supported by Lonica Vasco Tsanwane, who contributed a hat-trick (45+2’,48’,63’) in a blistering display of attacking synergy.
In the other fixture, FC Ebolowa maintained their perfect record and top-of-the-table position with a solid 2-0 win against AC Colombe. Quick strikes from Raissa Nnanga (8’) and Tim Shalom Makoma (13’) settled the match early, with the defense securing another valuable three points and a clean sheet.
Standings: Race for Top Spot Goes Down to the Wire
FC Ebolowa's win keeps them undefeated and at the summit with 9 points from three matches and a strong +8 goal difference (9-1). However, M'sichana's rout has blown the qualification race wide open:
Team Points Goal Difference (F-A) Matches Played Status
- FC Ebolowa 9 +8 (9-1) 3 Top Seed
- 15 de Agosto 7 +12 (15-3) 3 Must Win
- M'sichana 7 +9 (15-6) 4 Waiting Game
- AC Colombe 0 -11 3 Eliminated
- Elecsport 0 -20 3 Eliminated
15 de Agosto holds onto second place with 7 points and a superior goal difference of +12—a crucial tiebreaker—from one less match played. M'sichana is now level on points, but their four matches mean their fate rests on the outcome of the final round.
Golden Boot Focus: Dikisha Takes Commanding Lead
The individual scoring charts have been completely overhauled by Esther Dikisha's performance, putting her in a strong position for the Golden Boot award:
- Esther Dikisha (M’Sichana) - 7 goals
- Anna Maria Nchama (15 Agosto) - 4 goals
- Kameni Alice Flora (FC Ebolowa) - 3 goals
- Lonika Vasco Tsanwane (M’Sichana) - 3 goals
The Decisive Clash
The qualification picture will be decided entirely on September 29 with two fixtures:
- AC Colombe Vs ElectSport
- 15 de Agosto Vs FC Ebolowa
The clash between 15 de Agosto and FC Ebolowa is the tournament final. The winner will secure the top seed for the qualifiers. A win for 15 de Agosto means top place finish on 10 points. A win or draw for FC Ebolowa cements their place at the top of the charts, synonymous to qualification to the CAF women's champions league.