The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025/26 season is heating up, with Army Ladies putting the pressure on league leaders Hasaacas Ladies after a narrow win over Halifax Queens. The 1-0 victory has kept Army Ladies within three points of the top spot, setting up an exciting finish to the season. According to Army Ladies' coach, Captain Margaret Glover, "the team is focused on taking it one game at a time, and we're confident that we can keep the pressure on Hasaacas and make a strong push for the title."
The win over Halifax Queens was a hard-fought one, with Army Ladies' striker, Lieutenant Emily Owusu, scoring the only goal of the game in the 65th minute. The goal was a result of a well-executed team play, with Owusu receiving a through ball from midfielder, Corporal Abigail Addo, and slotting it past the Halifax Queens' goalkeeper.
"It was a great team effort, and I'm happy to have contributed to the win,"said Owusu in a post-match interview. Halifax Queens' coach, Mr. Richard Amoah, praised the Army Ladies team, saying, "they were the better team on the day, and we couldn't match their intensity and determination."
Implications for the League Table
The win for Army Ladies has significant implications for the league table, as they are now just three points behind Hasaacas Ladies. With several games still to play, the title race is far from over, and Army Ladies will be looking to capitalize on any slip-ups by the league leaders. Ampem Darkoa Ladies are also closing in on the top spot, and a win in their next game could see them move into second place, just a point behind Hasaacas Ladies. According to Ampem Darkoa Ladies' coach, Mr. Joe Nana Adarkwa, "we're taking it one game at a time, but we're confident that we can keep the pressure on the top two teams and make a push for the title."
The WPL 2025/26 season has been marked by intense competition, with several teams vying for the top spot. The league has also seen an increase in attendance and viewership, with fans eager to watch the exciting brand of football being played by the women's teams. Ghana Football Association (GFA) President, Mr. Kurt Okraku, praised the growth of the women's game in Ghana, saying, "the WPL has been a huge success, and we're committed to continuing to support and develop the women's game in Ghana."
Upcoming Fixtures
The upcoming fixtures in the WPL 2025/26 season will be crucial in determining the eventual champion. Army Ladies will face off against Police Ladies in their next game, while Hasaacas Ladies will take on Prisons Ladies. Ampem Darkoa Ladies will face Ashtown Ladies in a crucial game that could see them move into second place. According to Police Ladies' coach, Mr. Frank Amoah, "we're looking forward to the game against Army Ladies, and we're confident that we can cause an upset and get a positive result."
The WPL 2025/26 season is shaping up to be one of the most exciting in recent history, with several teams still in contention for the title. As the season enters its final stretch, fans can expect intense competition and exciting football from the teams.
"We're excited about the remaining games, and we're confident that we can make a strong push for the title,"said Hasaacas Ladies' coach, Mr. Yusif Basigi. With the title race still wide open, it's anyone's guess who will emerge as the eventual champion.
In conclusion, the WPL 2025/26 season is heating up, with Army Ladies putting the pressure on league leaders Hasaacas Ladies after a narrow win over Halifax Queens. As the season enters its final stretch, fans can expect intense competition and exciting football from the teams. With several teams still in contention for the title, it's going to be an exciting finish to the season. The question on everyone's mind is, who will emerge as the eventual champion? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain - the WPL 2025/26 season will be one to remember.
