Ampem Darkoa Ladies staged a spirited second-half comeback to defeat Hasaacas Ladies 2-1 and clinch the 2025/26 Malta Guinness Women’s Premier League title at the Swedru Stadium in the Central Region.
The final lived up to expectations, with both sides producing an intense and competitive encounter that swung back and forth before being decided late in the game.
Ampem Darkoa Ladies began the match with intent, dominating early proceedings and creating the first clear chance within five minutes. Mariam Olawumi tested the Hasaacas defence with a strong effort, but the goalkeeper produced a fine save, while a follow-up strike was heroically cleared off the goal line.
Despite sustained pressure from Ampem Darkoa in the opening quarter of the game, they were unable to convert their dominance into goals.
Hasaacas Ladies gradually grew into the contest and threatened through long-range deliveries, including a dangerous ball from Veronica Baah Kumah that forced Ampem Darkoa goalkeeper Latifa Abesik into a crucial intervention.
Against the run of play, Hasaacas Ladies struck first in the 38th minute when Abiba Issah unleashed a powerful shot from outside the penalty area to give her side a 1-0 lead going into the break.
Ampem Darkoa returned from halftime with renewed urgency and were rewarded in the 57th minute when Priscilla Okyere calmly finished off a well-worked move to bring the game level.
With momentum shifting, both sides pushed aggressively for a winner, but it was Ampem Darkoa Ladies who found the breakthrough in the 83rd minute. Gloria Adomako delivered the decisive blow, completing a comeback that sparked celebrations among their supporters.
Hasaacas Ladies attempted a late response but were unable to break through a resilient Ampem Darkoa defence, as the champions managed the closing stages effectively.
At the final whistle, Ampem Darkoa Ladies were crowned champions, sealing the title with a hard-fought 2-1 victory in a closely contested final.
