CAF Women’s Champions League: AS FAR make it back-to-back with win over Mamelodi Sundowns

AS FAR remain at the pinnacle of African women’s football. The Moroccan side won the 2026 CAF Women’s Champions League final with a 3-1 victory over Mamelodi Sundowns on Sunday 15 November in Ismailia, Egypt.

The match got off to a fast-paced start. Imane Touriss opened the scoring for the Moroccans in the 23rd minute, but the South African response was swift. Two minutes later, Refilwe Tholakele levelled the score (1-1).

AS FAR, however, regained the lead in the 37th minute thanks to Hiba Youssoufi, allowing her team to go into the break one goal ahead. After the break, the Moroccan side continued their efforts to extend their lead.

In the 77th minute, Imane Touriss completed her brace by scoring her team’s third goal. This goal effectively sealed the fate of the final.

Thanks to this 3-1 victory, AS FAR retain their title and claim yet another continental crown. The Moroccan club have become the first in history to win the competition three times, confirming their dominance on the African stage.