Gaborone United Women and Zesco Ndola Girls played out a tense 0-0 draw in the COSAFA women’s club competition on August 25, 2026. The result kept both teams in contention in their group while leaving everything to be decided in the remaining matches, making it an important point won rather than a missed opportunity for either side.

Match overview

In a competitive and physical encounter, Gaborone United Women enjoyed bright spells of possession, while Zesco Ndola Girls showed composure on the ball and threatened on the break. The opening half was marked by a midfield battle, with both teams struggling to create high-quality chances. Gaborone United pushed forward more as the match progressed, but the Zambian side’s defensive organization kept the game level.

Zesco Ndola Girls responded after the interval with better attacking intent and forced a few important saves. However, neither team could find a winning goal, and the match ended with the two sides sharing the spoils in a result that reflected how evenly matched they were.

Key moments

• Strong defensive displays: Both back lines were well-drilled and rarely allowed clear looks at goal.
• Gaborone United pressure: The home side enjoyed the better of the second half and pushed for a late winner.
• Zesco resilience: The visitors held firm away from home and showed why they are difficult to break down.

What the result means for the group

With the scoreline locked at 0-0, both Gaborone United Women and Zesco Ndola Girls remain well placed in the COSAFA women’s club competition. A clean sheet is always valuable in a group stage, and both teams will take confidence into their next matches. The result also underlines the growing competitiveness of women’s club football in the COSAFA region, where games are often decided by fine margins.