The 2025/26 Malta Guinness Women’s Premier League kicks off across the country this weekend after months of rest and adequate preparation from all the competing clubs. In the Northern Zone, former champions Ampem Darkoa will aim to reclaim the title they lost to Police Ladies last season. Techiman Ladies will begin their campaign away from home as they visit FC Savannah in Tamale on Matchday One.
Fosu Royal Ladies will host Northern City at home, while Kumasi Sports Academy and Ashtown Ladies clash in Kumasi. Also to look forward to are Dreamz Ladies vs Tamale Super Ladies as well as Northern Ladies vs Prison Ladies.
Read on for a Preview of Matchday One:
FC Savannah vs Ampem Darkoa Ladies:
Ampem Darkoa Ladies, last season's zonal champions, face FC Savannah at the Aliu Mahama Stadium in Tamale. Despite missing key players like Comfort Yeboah and Nancy Amoh, Ampem Darkoa Ladies aim for a strong start. FC Savannah will approach this fixture with confidence, having beaten Ampem Darkoa Ladies 2-1 at the same venue last season.
Fosu Royal Ladies vs Northern City:
New entrants Northern City visit Fosu Royal Ladies at the Ohene Ameyaw Park in Techiman. Fosu Royal Ladies finished sixth with 24 points last season and have gradually established themselves in the Women's Premier League.
Ashtown Ladies vs Kumasi Sports Academy Ladies:
A regional derby in Kumasi pits Ashtown Ladies, who gained promotion, against Kumasi Sports Academy Ladies, who survived relegation. Ashtown Ladies will rely on their midfield creativity and winger pace to unsettle Kumasi Sports Academy's defense.
Dreamz Ladies vs Tamale Super Ladies:
Dreamz Ladies host Tamale Super Ladies at the Bantama Astro turf, looking to build on their exciting attacking form from last season. Despite missing star player Stella Nyamekye, Dreamz Ladies are eager to secure a win.
Northern Ladies vs Prison Ladies: Northern Ladies welcome Prison Ladies at the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium in Tamale. Coach Sumani Bashirudeen expresses confidence, bolstered by new signings and encouraging previous performances. Prison Ladies' Coach Yussif acknowledges Tamale's challenging terrain but believes they've addressed past weaknesses.
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