Defending champions Edo Queens and Bayelsa Queens have reaffirmed their dominance in the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership, maintaining their top spots in Groups A and B respectively, after Week 8 action concluded on Wednesday. The league resumed following a mid-season break, delivering a series of compelling matches across the nation.
Edo Queens, fresh from bolstering their squad with five new signings during the break, showcased their renewed vigor with a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Ekiti Queens FC at the Ilorin Township Stadium. “We came here knowing we had to fight for every point,” commented Edo Queens coach.
“The team showed great resilience and determination to secure this vital win.” This result solidifies their position atop Group A with 20 points from eight games, while Ekiti Queens remain in fifth place with nine points.
In Group A’s other fixtures, Confluence Queens finally secured their first victory of the season, edging out Heartland Queens with a 1-0 scoreline in Lokoja. Despite the win, the Lokoja-based side remains at the bottom of the group with three points. Heartland Queens are marginally better, sitting two places above with five points.
Nasarawa Amazons delivered a stunning blow to Remo Stars Ladies, inflicting their first defeat of the season with a narrow 1-0 victory at the Lafia City Stadium. This result, however, doesn’t dislodge Remo Stars from their second-place position in Group A, where they hold 19 points. Nasarawa Amazons climb to fourth with 15 points. Abia Angels also secured a comfortable 2-0 win over Dannaz Ladies FC at the Umuahia Stadium. This win propels Abia Angels to third place with 16 points, while Dannaz Ladies languish in seventh with five points.
Over in Group B, Bayelsa Queens continued their imperious form with a decisive 3-0 victory against FC Robo Queens of Ikeja, cementing their lead with 20 points. Their Lagos visitors remain in sixth place with 10 points. “We are focused on maintaining our consistency and continuing to improve with each game,” stated Bayelsa Queens captain after the match.
Debutants Benue Queens are still searching for their first point of the season after a heavy 0-4 defeat at the hands of Naija Ratels. The Ratels, meanwhile, climb to third place in the group with 13 points.
Rivers Angels FC secured a crucial away victory, defeating Adamawa Queens, to join Bayelsa Queens at the top of Group B with 20 points. Goal difference is the only separating factor.
Ibom Angels also recorded a vital 1-0 victory against Delta Queens FC in Uyo. Both teams now share the same number of points in the group, with Delta Queens occupying fourth place, just above their Uyo counterparts due to goal difference.
The NWFL Premiership features 16 teams divided into two groups. The top three teams from each group will advance to the Super Six playoffs, where the ultimate league champion will be determined. The competition promises to be fierce as teams jostle for a place in the coveted Super Six stage.
