On Monday morning, the Confederation of Southern African Football (COSAFA) announced the highly anticipated "Best 11" of the second phase of the COSAFA regional qualifiers for the third edition of the African Champions League. Among the standout stars, two Mozambican players, Rosa António and Albertina Ponja, shone brightly and earned a prominent place on this prestigious list.
This recognition is not unusual for the Mozambican club Costa do Sol, which had already seen its players stand out during the group stage of the competition. On that occasion, central defender Rosa António and forward Neide Maconho were recognized for their exceptional performance.
For Rosa António, being included in the "Best 11" of the second phase is confirmation of her excellent performance throughout all stages of the competition. Her contribution as a central defender was fundamental to the team, demonstrating impressive defensive skills and leadership on the field.
Albertina Ponja, the captain of Costa do Sol, had an extraordinary second phase, which did not go unnoticed by the attentive eyes of COSAFA observers. Her remarkable performance helped the team achieve third place in the tournament, a notable feat that was recognized with this distinction in the "Best 11".
This highlight of the Mozambican players not only fills Costa do Sol with pride, but also underscores the talent and quality of women's football in Mozambique. With the third edition of the African Champions League approaching, Rosa António and Albertina Ponja are ready to continue shining on the pitch and inspiring the next generation of women's football talent in their country.
