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Faith Ladies emerged victorious in a dramatic encounter, securing a hard-fought 2-1 win over Jonina Ladies in extra time to claim the Women's FA Cup trophy.
The match began cautiously, with both teams probing for openings. Faith Ladies' Anastasia Bansah received a yellow card in the 8th minute for a reckless challenge. Jonina Ladies made an early substitution in the 41st minute, bringing on Lordina Osei for Abigail Bosu. Despite some half-chances, neither side could break the deadlock, as the first half ended 0-0.
The second half followed a similar pattern, with both teams struggling to create clear-cut opportunities. After 90 minutes, the match remained locked at 0-0, sending the final into extra time.
The game exploded into life in extra time. Jonina Ladies' Joyce Atimbila broke the deadlock in the 97th minute, but Faith Ladies' Erica Obeng Apreku equalised just a minute later. Apreku then scored again in the 112th minute, putting Faith Ladies 2-1 ahead. Jonina Ladies pushed for an equaliser, but Faith Ladies held firm, sealing a historic victory.
Faith Ladies' resilience and composure in extra time proved decisive, with Erica Obeng Apreku's brace securing them the Women's FA Cup trophy.
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