As the kick-off of the African Women’s Champions League approaches, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) website looks back at AS FAR’s journey in this prestigious competition, the new edition of which is scheduled for 9 to November 23, 2024, in Morocco.
CAF first discusses AS FAR’s first two appearances in the African Champions League. In an article published this Thursday, October 31, 2024, the African Authority underlines that the Military club has marked the history of African women’s football with its remarkable performances in this competition.
“In 2021, AS FAR participated in the first edition of the competition, making a name for itself on the continental scene by reaching the semi-finals of the tournament. The following year, the team continued to progress with solid performances during the 2022 edition, until seizing the title on home soil.
The CAF website also looks back on AS FAR’s journey in the African Champions League qualifiers: “For the 2024 season, AS FAR qualified for the Women’s Champions League as champion of the country tournament host. Although the Militaires also won the UNAF tournament, their qualification for the Champions League stems from their status as host club, thus strengthening their position as a high-level representative of Moroccan women’s football.
In this article, CAF devotes a short presentation to the player Najat Badri: “Najat Badri is a key player in AS FAR and Moroccan women’s football. Versatile, she excels in both attack and defense, bringing essential added value to her team. Recognized for his exceptional technique, speed and ability to create scoring opportunities, Badri embodies the commitment and talent of his teammates. Her leadership on the pitch and her work ethic make her a role model for her teammates, and she plays a crucial role in promoting women’s football in Morocco and Africa.
Note that the women’s LDC will take place at the Larbi Zaouli stadium in Casablanca. AS FAR will play in Group A, alongside Aigles de la Médina (Senegal), TP Mazembe (DR Congo) and the University of the Western Cape (South Africa).
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