Edo Queens will return to the pitch in Cairo on 29 October to complete the extra‑time segment of the WAFU‑B qualifying final against Ghanaian champions Ampem Darkoa Ladies, after the [Confederation of African Football (CAF)](https://www.cafonline.com/) upheld its decision to nullify the earlier penalty‑shootout result and order the match to resume from a 2‑2 scoreline.
**Key facts**
- The original final was played on 5 September at Ouagadougou’s 4th of August Stadium and ended 2‑2 after 90 minutes.
- Officials skipped the two 15‑minute extra‑time periods and went straight to penalties, where [Edo Queens](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edo_Queens_F.C.) won 4‑1.
- The Ghana Football Association lodged a protest, citing competition rules that require extra time before a shoot‑out.
- CAF’s Organising Committee annulled the shoot‑out and instructed the game to restart from extra time; the Appeal Board confirmed this on 16 October.
- A fresh penalty shoot‑out will decide the winner if the extra‑time ends level.
**What prompted CAF’s intervention?**
The Ghanaian side argued that the match officials erred by bypassing the mandated extra‑time periods. CAF’s review concluded that the procedural breach invalidated the shoot‑out outcome, meaning the sporting result of the penalty phase had no effect.
**How did the Nigeria Football Federation respond?**
The [Nigeria Football Federation (NFF)](https://www.thenff.com/) appealed on behalf of the Nigerian club, maintaining that Edo Queens merely followed the referee’s instructions and should not be penalised for the officials’ mistake. The appeal was rejected, reinforcing CAF’s original order.
**What is the club’s stance now?**
In a statement released on Thursday, Edo Queens said they have accepted CAF’s position after consulting their board, the Edo State Government and the NFF. While expressing disappointment, the club emphasised its commitment to settle the dispute on the field and thanked supporters, the state government and the federation for their backing.
**When and where will the match resume?**
The continuation is scheduled for 29 October in Cairo, Egypt. Two 15‑minute halves will be played, after which a new penalty shoot‑out will be used if the score remains tied. Different match officials will oversee the resumed fixture.
**Why does the outcome matter?**
The winner of the resumed final will represent the WAFU‑B zone at the 2026 CAF Women’s Champions League, slated to be held in Egypt from 1‑5 November. Edo Queens reiterated their mission: “to fight, to win and to secure our place in the CAF Women’s Champions League.”
The club called on fans to continue their support, describing the team as a symbol of Edo’s strength and ambition, and pledged that the players and technical staff are ready to give their all when the decisive extra‑time period begins.