
Nigerian women's football club Edo Queens have qualified for the CAF Women's Champions League finals after winning the WAFU-B regional tournament, according to Channels Television. The victory earned the Benin City-based side a place on the continental stage, where they will represent the West African zone. The triumph marks a significant milestone for the club, which now has the opportunity to compete against Africa's top women's teams for the continental title.
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