The stage is set for a thrilling "Service Derby" as Army Ladies host their arch-rivals, Police Ladies, at the Mats Park in Teshie. This match promises to be a fiercely contested encounter, given the history between these two teams. In their previous meetings, Army Ladies have had the upper hand, winning all three encounters against Police Ladies last season, including the Women's FA Cup final ². However, Police Ladies will be seeking redemption, especially after a strong start to the season.
Meanwhile, Berry Ladies will be traveling to Antie Aku to face in-form Jonina Ladies, as they search for their second win of the season. Jonina Ladies have been on a roll, and this match will be a crucial test for Berry Ladies' resolve.
Read on for the Preview:
LadyStrikers vs Faith Ladies
Ladystrikers welcomes Faith Ladies to the Robert Mensah Stadium on matchday 11 in the Malta Guinness Women's Premier League. Strikers play their first home game in the second round after losing 2-1 to Police a week ago. Ladystrikers ended the first round with 12 points, where their last home game in the round against Berry Ladies ended abruptly. Faith Ladies, on the other hand, did not enjoy the first round, amassing 7 points in the process. Both parties are expecting to put up their best performance for the maximum points at stake to ensure their survival.
Epiphany Warriors vs. Halifax Queens
Epiphany Warriors will be at home to welcome fellow debutants, Halifax Queens to the Adjirigano Astro turf. Epiphany Warriors go into this fixture after securing a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Faith Ladies at the Dansoman Carl Reindorf park. They currently occupy the third position on the southern zone league table with 20 points. Halifax Queens suffered a painful 2-0 defeat to Jonina Ladies at the Antie Aku Astro turf last weekend. They are without a win in their last five consecutive league matches played, and a win will boost their chances of finishing in the top half of the table.
Police Ladies vs. Army Ladies
The Teshie Mats Park will host the service derby between league leaders Police Ladies and their arch-rivals Army Ladies. Both teams have been on top form and have won their respective games ahead of this fixture. Police Ladies will go into this game with the aim of winning to make a statement, whilst Army Ladies would want to capitalize on home advantage to pin their rivals. Both teams shared the spoils in the reverse fixture, and this encounter promises to be a battle for supremacy and a keenly contested game. Police Ladies are on top with 21 points, whereas Army Ladies are 4th on the league log with 19 points.
Jonina Ladies vs. Berry Ladies
Jonina Ladies will face Berry Ladies in what promises to be an intriguing encounter at the Antie Aku Astro Turf this weekend. Jonina Ladies come into Match Day 11 with 18 points from 10 games. Their confidence will be high after a convincing 2-0 away victory against Halifax Queens in their last outing. Berry Ladies have struggled this season, managing 3 points from the 10 matches played. Their recent form offers little encouragement, as they suffered a 2-0 defeat at home to Hasaacas Ladies on Match Day 10. With one win all season, Berry Ladies will need to dig deep to turn their fortunes around against a dominant Jonina side. Jonina Ladies will be looking to capitalize on their momentum and secure another win to solidify their position in the league table. Meanwhile, Berry Ladies will be desperate to pull off an upset and gain much-needed points to climb out of the relegation zone.
Hasaacas Ladies vs. Soccer Intellectuals
Former champions, Hasaacas Ladies, are back home to host Soccer Intellectuals at the Kobby’s Park in Takoradi. Hasaacas Ladies, after dropping points at home, will go into this fixture to lift their game in front of their home fans to clinch the maximum points to keep the pressure on leaders, Police Ladies. Soccer Intellectuals have been struggling, as they’ve been inconsistent with their performances, and a win will move them above the relegation battle.
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