Abuja Set For African Women’s Volleyball Club Final
Two Egyptian volleyball giants, Zamalek SC and Al Ahly, will face off in the grand finale of the African Women’s Volleyball Club Championship on Sunday, at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja, Nigeria.
The match promises to be a spectacular event between two teams that have demonstrated their supremacy throughout the competition.
Zamalek SC
Already two-time defending champions, Zamalek once again demonstrated its strength and determination to retain its title.
In the semifinals, they faced a particularly combative Kenyan team from Kenya Pipeline. After a thrilling five-set match (25-23, 26-28, 25-19, 26-24, 15-12), the Egyptians secured their spot in the final.
This match was a true spectacle of intensity and technical skill. From the first set, tight rallies and well-executed counterattacks captivated the crowd. Mariam Mohamed, Zamalek’s true pillar, stood out with her decisive attacks and winning serves.
After losing the second set under pressure from Trizah Atuka’s powerful serves on the Kenyan side, Zamalek was able to reorganize, thanks in particular to powerful attacks from Milca Da Silva and Tokka, to regain the advantage.
The fourth set almost turned the match in favor of Kenya Pipeline, who managed to claw back to level the score at two sets apiece (26-24). But in the fifth and final set, Zamalek, led by a very fit Mariam Mohamed, kept their composure to win and once again secure their place in the final.
Al Ahly
Al Ahly, holders of the record number of titles in this competition, left no chance to Carthage FC, their Tunisian opponent in the semi-final. The Egyptians dominated the match from start to finish, winning in three straight sets (25-15, 25-23, 25-21).
The first set was a one-sided affair, with Al Ahly setting a fast pace with powerful attacks and solid defense. Although the Tunisians showed strong resilience in the second set, forcing Al Ahly to dig deep to win 25-23, the Egyptian team’s experience and cohesion ultimately made the difference.
In the third leg, despite an even start (7-7), Al Ahly managed to take the lead thanks to excellent tactical organization and their ability to capitalize on the slightest mistakes made by their opponents. The enthusiasm of the crowd in Abuja also played in their favor, galvanizing the players towards a deserved qualification.
The clash between Zamalek and Al Ahly this Sunday promises to be an exceptional final. This duel between the continent’s two best teams, with very distinct playing styles, promises a high-quality confrontation, between Al Ahly’s collective strength and the individual talent of some of Zamalek’s key players.
Beyond the sporting significance, this final also symbolises the growing dominance of Egyptian volleyball on the African scene. It will be closely followed by all fans of the sport.
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