Impressive Telkom retain Africa Club title in Lusaka

Impressive Telkom retain Africa Club title in Lusaka

Champions Orange Telkom won against Ghana police 3-2 in post penalty shot out to defend the Africa Cup of club championship in Lusaka Zambia last weekend.

The national champions had   played to 1-all draw  against  the West Africans in the regular time at the Olympic development centre Stadium.

The match which was rained off on Saturday and rescheduled for Sunday saw  the two goals netted scored in the second half as Kenyan International striker Jacqueline Jow scored in the in the 53 rd minute through a penalty corner, while Linda Sasu  leveled the scores in the 56 th minute through a penalty corner.

The Jos Openda coached side had overpowered Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) 2-0 in the semi final  played on Thursday,  while their opponents Ghana Police overpowered  Sharkia of Egypt winning 6-1 in another semi to book an East verses West African final.

Telkom Orange penalty  goals came through Audrey Omaido, Barbara Simiyu  and experienced defender Teresa Juma.

Jacqueline Wangeci Jow missed her penalty.

Ghana Police scored through Rejoice Noi and Serwaa Boakye , while Nafisata Umaru, Cecilia Amoako and Evelyne Fiadoh missed their  penalties.