Remo Stars Ladies and Bayelsa Queens continued to assert their dominance in the Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) Premiership as they maintained their lead in their respective groups following an intense round of Matchday Five fixtures. The competition has been highly competitive, with teams battling for crucial points to strengthen their positions on the league table. The latest results have further set the stage for an unpredictable season, with both title contenders and struggling teams fighting for survival.
In Group A, Remo Stars Ladies continued their impressive form with a commanding 2-0 victory over Abia Angels at their home ground in Ikenne. The Sky Blue Ladies have been on an outstanding run, remaining unbeaten after five games. Bolaji Olamide was the hero of the match, scoring twice—once in each half—to secure maximum points for her team. With this win, Remo Stars now sit comfortably at the top of Group A with 13 points, two points ahead of reigning league champions, Edo Queens. On the other hand, Abia Angels have found themselves struggling, slipping to the fifth position with seven points as they look to bounce back in their next fixtures.
Edo Queens, determined to keep pace with the leaders, secured a vital 2-0 home victory against Nasarawa Amazons in a match played under floodlights at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City. Goals from Mary Mamudu and Goodness Osigwe in the first half ensured that Edo Queens stayed in contention for the top spot. They now have 11 points and remain in second place, while Nasarawa Amazons, who put up a fight but failed to find the back of the net, have dropped to fourth place with nine points.
Ekiti Queens climbed to third place after a convincing 2-0 victory over Confluence Queens. The Ado Ekiti-based side has demonstrated remarkable resilience at home, winning all three of their home matches so far. However, their away form has been less impressive, and they will be looking to improve on that in their upcoming fixtures. Meanwhile, Confluence Queens will need to regroup after another disappointing result.
In Owerri, Dannaz Ladies secured their first away point of the season after holding Heartland Queens to a goalless draw. Heartland Queens have been struggling to find form, failing to secure a win in five matches despite playing three home games. The result puts more pressure on the team to turn things around as they continue their campaign.
Group B remains a fiercely contested battleground, with Bayelsa Queens and Rivers Angels locked in a tight race for the top position. Both teams are level on 11 points each, with Bayelsa Queens holding onto first place due to superior goal difference. Their latest clash in a thrilling South-South derby ended in a 1-1 draw in Port Harcourt. Rivers Angels had the upper hand early in the game when Peace Effiong found the net in the 10th minute. However, Bayelsa Queens responded swiftly, with Zainab Olapade scoring a stunning equalizer 17 minutes later to ensure that both teams shared the spoils.
FC Robo Queens kept up their momentum with a 2-1 victory over Ibom Angels, maintaining their place in third with 10 points. The team has been solid throughout the campaign and remains a strong contender for the top positions. Meanwhile, Ibom Angels will need to reassess their strategy as they continue to struggle for consistency.
In another crucial fixture, Adamawa Queens delivered a dominant performance against Benue Queens, securing a comfortable 2-0 victory. The result added to the misery of Benue Queens, who have now lost all five of their games. The top-flight debutants have been unable to adapt to the intensity of the league and will need a significant turnaround to avoid finishing at the bottom of the table. Adamawa Queens, on the other hand, have moved up to fourth place with seven points, keeping their hopes alive in the competition.
Naija Ratels have remained unbeaten this season, but they were held to yet another frustrating draw at home against Delta Queens. Despite their strong performances, Naija Ratels have struggled to convert draws into wins, leaving them in fifth place with seven points. Delta Queens, the 2023 league champions, finally secured their first away point of the season with this result. They now sit in seventh place with four points, but their title defense remains in jeopardy unless they can find a way to turn their season around.
The NWFL Premiership continues to deliver thrilling football action, with teams battling for supremacy in a league that has seen no shortage of surprises. As the competition intensifies, clubs will be looking to strengthen their squads and refine their strategies to stay ahead. Fans can expect more exciting matches in the coming weeks as the race for the top spots remains wide open.
NWFL Premiership Matchday Five Results
Remo Stars Ladies 2-0 Abia Angels
Edo Queens 2-0 Nasarawa Amazons
Ekiti Queens 2-0 Confluence Queens
Heartland Queens 0-0 Dannaz Ladies
Rivers Angels 1-1 Bayelsa Queens
FC Robo Queens 2-1 Ibom Angels
Naija Ratels 1-1 Delta Queens
Adamawa Queens 2-0 Benue Queens
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