Odisha FC has secured their place in the group stage of the inaugural AFC Women’s Champions League 2024-25 after a nail-biting 2-1 victory over Etihad Club of Jordan in their final Group B match. The match was a captivating affair right from the start, with both teams creating early scoring opportunities. Odisha’s Jennifer Kankam Yeboah broke the deadlock in the 27th minute, capitalizing on a defensive lapse by Etihad. However, the match took a dramatic turn just before halftime when a heated exchange between Albtoush and Grace resulted in both teams being reduced to 10 players.
The second half saw Etihad mount a strong comeback, with Maysa Jbarah finding the back of the net in the 57th minute to equalize. But Odisha’s resilience was evident as they responded quickly, with Yeboah scoring her second goal of the match in the 71st minute to secure the victory.
This win propelled Odisha FC to the top of Group B with a perfect six points. They now advance to Group C where they will face formidable opponents in Urawa Red Diamond Ladies, Ho Chi Minh City FC, and Taichung Blue Whale Women’s Football. The group stage promises intense competition as Odisha FC aims to make their mark in this prestigious tournament.
