The semi finals of the 7th edition of the Sheroes Cup 2024 lived up to expectations as both matches ended in a penalty shootout, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
Naija Ratels played out a one all draw in Remo stars ladies in regulation time as Ferunmi Oduntade gave Ratels the lead with a stunning strike in the 21st minute only for Cynthia Mega to pull Remo back into the game with a powerful header from the corner kick in the 60th minute of the encounter. Remo prevailed 5-4 on penalties with Ajubiga Chikodi missing the decisive penalty.
In the other semifinal, Bayelsa Queens missed a 90th minute penalty through skipper Olapade as they were held to a goalless draw only to be knocked out 4-3 on penalties by Abia Angels.
In the other classification games, Heartland ended their campaign with an emphatic 4-2 victory against Honey Badgers. An hattrick for Faith Samson and another from Emmanuelle James helped them all the way. Joy Ikgayh and Owori Rachel with the consolation goals.
Nasarawa were three nil better than Nazareth Academy Amina Bello opened the scoring in the 12th minute Shobowale Olushola made it two in the 20th and Etim Favour wrapped it up before half time.
The competition will climax tomorrow with the third place playoff and finals as we will see a repeat of the group stage matches. Naija Ratels will face Bayelsa United before the Angels from Abia battle Remo Stars Ladies for the chance to be crowned champions of the the Sheroes Cup 2024.
Credit: Sheroes Cup Media