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[bet9ja.com](https://register.bet9ja.com/?btag=yohaig&promocode=yohaig)<br>The CAF Technical Study Group TSG has recognised two Edo Queens players, Cordeila Odoma and Emem Essien Peace, in the Best XI of the group stages at the ongoing CAF Women’s Champions League in Morocco. The selection highlights their standout performances, earning them a place among the tournament’s top players.
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<br>The Best XI features a balanced lineup, with four players from AS FAR, the [tournament](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/category/news/national-team-news/) favourites, and two players each from [Edo Queens](https://www.oscommerce.com/wiki/User_talk:LuisEng55856) and FC Masar. The remaining positions are filled by representatives from Mamelodi Sundowns, the University of the Western Cape UWC, and TP Mazembe.
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<br>[Edo Queens’](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/match-previews-and-reviews/edo-queens-exit-morocco-2024-as-fc-masar-secure-third-at-caf-womens-cl/) Cordelia Odoma was chosen as a full-back, while Emem Essien’s [attacking prowess](https://dailyonbio.com/index.php?title=User:Robin036769) [secured](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/international-nigerian-footballers/karim-adeyemi-shows-love-for-nigeria-despite-representing-germany/) her spot in the forward line. Their inclusion underscores Edo Queens’ impressive debut in the tournament.
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<br>The CAF TSG also announced individual honours for the [group stage](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/local-clubs-and-academies/1xcup-2024-participants-learn-group-stage-opponents/):
Top Scorer: Doha El Madani (AS FAR) with 5 goals.
Best Player: Sanaa Mssoudy (AS FAR).
Best Goalkeeper: Khadija Er-Rmichi (AS FAR).
Best Coach: Ahmad Ramadhan (FC Masar).
The tournament continues to showcase the depth of talent in African women’s football, with Edo Queens’ contribution marking a milestone for Nigerian football.
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<br>Editorial:
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<br>The recognition of Cordeila Odoma and Emem [Essien Peace in the CAF Women’s Champions League](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/womens-football/essien-shines-in-edo-queens-caf-womens-champions-league-comeback-win/) Best XI is a significant achievement for Edo Queens and Nigerian football. This accolade reflects the hard work and determination of these players and highlights the growing stature of women’s football in [Nigeria](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/merchandising-and-branding/victor-boniface-extends-bayer-leverkusen-contract-with-improved-salary/).
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<br>Edo Queens’ strong showing in their debut tournament demonstrates the potential of grassroots development and investment in women’s sports. The performances of Odoma and Essien underscore the importance of providing platforms for female athletes to shine on the continental stage.
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<br>As the tournament progresses, these honours will serve as motivation for the team to continue excelling. For Nigeria, it is a call to further support and promote women’s football, ensuring more players can compete at the highest levels and bring glory to the nation.
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<br>This recognition also reinforces the importance of talent scouting and development across African leagues. By nurturing players like Odoma and Essien, African football can continue to rise and compete globally.
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<br>Did You Know?
The [CAF Women’s Champions League](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/football-events-and-tournaments/edo-queens-exit-caf-women-champions-league-after-3-1-loss-to-tp-mazembe/) is in its early stages, having debuted in 2021.
Edo Queens are making their first appearance in this .
[Cordelia Odoma](https://empty3.one/wikilibre/index.php/Utilisateur:DonaldPuig) and Emem Essien are among the few [Nigerians](https://wiki.lovettcreations.org/index.php/User:MauraTrenwith58) to make the CAF Best XI in this competition’s [history](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/football-history/from-underdogs-to-olympic-champions-the-nigerian-football-miracle/).
AS FAR, the Moroccan club dominating the awards is the defending champion and a strong favourite this year.
The CAF Women’s Champions League is designed to promote women’s football across Africa and develop future stars.
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