Supreme Ladies and Prison Ladies shine in Northern Zone matchweek Two, as FC Savannah holds Kumasi Sports Academy to a draw

Florence AduTwumwaa secured a last-gasp victory for Supreme Ladies with a dramatic 90th-minute goal, marking their first win of the season.

Meanwhile, Prison Ladies overpowered newcomers Sun Shining Ladies with a 3-1 triumph, highlighted by a stellar performance from Samuratu Mutawakilu, who scored twice.

The Northern Zone of the Women’s Premier League is off to a thrilling start, with Monday’s fixtures adding to the excitement as Ampem Darkoa Ladies prepare to face Northern Ladies, and Dreamz Ladies host Fosu Royal Ladies.

Northern Zone Match Summaries:

Kumasi Sports Academy Held by FC Savannah in Tamale

Kumasi Sports Academy Ladies were held to a 1-1 draw by FC Savannah, who staged a late comeback in Tamale. Linda Sarpong capitalized on a defensive lapse to put Kumasi Sports Academy ahead in the 56th minute.

However, the introduction of substitute Saani Zeinab revitalized FC Savannah, leading to Issah Amama’s 88th-minute equalizer. Despite both teams pushing for a late winner, they settled for a hard-fought draw.

Supreme Ladies Secure First Win with Florence AduTwumwaa’s Late Strike

Supreme Ladies clinched their first league victory, defeating Tamale Super Ladies 1-0 at the Bantama Astro Turf.

Although Supreme Ladies controlled much of the game, they struggled to convert chances until Florence AduTwumwaa broke the deadlock in the 90th minute, securing all three points in thrilling fashion.

Prison Ladies Dominate Sun Shining Ladies with Samuratu Mutawakilu’s Brace

Sun Shining Ladies experienced a tough home debut, falling 3-1 to Prison Ladies at the Nadowli McCoy Astro Turf.

Sun Shining initially took the lead through Mahmud Wasila in the 8th minute, but Prison Ladies responded quickly, with Samuratu Mutawakilu equalizing in the 11th minute.

Mutawakilu continued her impressive form, adding another goal in the 33rd minute and completing her hat-trick in the 81st minute to seal an emphatic win for Prison Ladies.

With these results, the Northern Zone teams are already setting the tone for a competitive season.