CAFWCL: Mssoudy’s historic hat-trick ruins Rivers Angels’ opening game

Sanaa Mssoudy scored historic hat-trick as ASFAR FC of Morocco defeated Rivers Angels 3-0 and become the first player to score three goals in one match of the maiden TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Champions League.

Mssoudy opened her goal account in the 30th minute through Ghizlane Chebbak’s assist to give her side the halftime lead against Nigerian Champions.

The two combined once again as the game resumed for second half. Chebbak kicked forward a counter attack pass which was well received by Mssoudy who rounded off the two River’s defenders before slotting in calmly to double the lead in the 73rd minute.

ASFAR FC captain Ghizlane Chebbak wasn’t done with dishing out assist Sanaa Mssoudy was never tired of receiving her captain’s assist as she tapped in her third goal in the 83rd minute.

ASFAR FC moved to the top of Group B with three points and a superior goal difference ahead of Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies FC.

Published by Monsurah Olatunji

Monsurah Olatunji is a Nigeria based Sport enthusiast with a bias for women's football. An advocate of women's football development in Africa and girl-child empowerment.

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