NWFL Premiership Matchday Preview: The Super Six Battle Is On

It’s a squeaky bum time in the NWFL Premiership this midweek, as we have some important fixture that would determine the team’s to qualify for the prestigious Super 6 competition.

The penultimate round of the 2022 NWFL Premiership gets underway on Wednesday with six matches on ground.

Whether at the top or bottom, all sides will be going into this midweek matches knowing that victory could help their cause. For some sides, it is a necessity.

In Group A, Adamawa Queens welcomes Nasarawa Amazons to the Abubakar Pantanmi Stadium, Naija Ratels at the Area 10 Sports Complex will prepare for the most important and biggest game of the season, when they meet table rival, Confluence Queens in Abuja.

Sunshine Queens who are in a very difficult situation, will face the Canadian Geese’ in Akure, FC Robo Queens travels to Asaba to face Delta Queens in a must win game for the two sides. Bayelsa Queens welcomes Abia Angels to the Samson Siasia Stadium, Yenagoa, while Edo Queens and Pelican Stars will battle at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin.

Adamawa Queens Vs Nasarawa Amazons – Abubakar Pantanmi Stadium, Gombe:

A win for Adamawa Queens, will see them secure their Premiership Status for this term, but it’s not going to be an easy one against Nasarawa Amazons, who have been one of the most consistent team’s this season. In the first round of this game, the Solid Babes’ defeated Adamawa Queens 3-0 in Lafia and Wednesday’s game could just be another worry for the ‘Fintiri Ladies’ who have already lost two game at home this season.

Nasarawa Amazons have to grab all three points and have Edo Queens slip against Pelican Stars in Benin, to see them top the log, going into the last round of games next week.

Naija Ratels Vs Confluence Queens – Area 10 Sports Complex, Abuja:

Both Naija Ratels and Confluence Queens are solely focused on securing automatic Super 6 Qualification and Wednesday’s game could well determine that.

The One-day At a time’ Ladies trails Confluence Queens by a point and will host them at Area 10 Sports Complex, Abuja.

Naija Ratels have been strengthened by their players in the various national teams and will be booming with great confidence going into this game, same as Confluence Queens, who will be having some key players back into the squad too. It promises to be a great cracker as we look forward to this interesting encounter

Edo Queens Vs Pelican Stars – Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin:

Battle between the top and bottom team. Edo Queens welcomes Pelican Stars to the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin on Wednesday evening. Pelican Stars have once again put themselves in a very mire situation, as they need a win in Benin to keep their hopes alive against relegation.

A win in Benin and a win against Adamawa Queens on the last day, with the hope that Nasarawa Amazons picks maximum point in Wednesday, might see them surviving this term.

Edo Queens is a ruthless side, especially when playing at home. They would love to keep their status as the apex team in group A, despite losing their first game of the season, last week to Nasarawa Amazons in Lafia.

Sunshine Queens Vs Royal Queens – Ondo State Sports Complex, Akure:

It has been, overall a disappointing season for Sunshine Queens, who have won only one game so far this season. They go into this game at home against Royal Queens with little confidence, but would love to win atleast for their supporters.

Royal Queens a did the unthinkable on Matchday 11 when they traveled to Porthacourt to beat Defending Champions Rivers Angels by three goals to one and have it at the back of their mind to finish the season on a high.

A massive six points separates both sides, Royal Queens are in 5th position with 10 points, while Sunshine Queens have just 4 points and are rooted bottom.

Delta Queens Vs FC Robo Queens – Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba:

A must win game for both teams, infact, this is the biggest game of the week, alongside that of Naija Ratels and Confluence Queens.

FC Robo Queens have fought valiantly all through the season, and have just a game more to wrap up their impressive campaign, while their opponent on Wednesday, still has one more after Wednesday encounter.

Both teams go into this game with a lot of determination, a slip might end their Super 6 dreams. Two points separates these two sides, FC Robo Queens are presently on 19 points (3rd), while Delta Queens are on 17 points (4th).

Bayelsa Queens Vs Abia Angels – Samson Siasia Stadium, Yenagoa:

Bayelsa Queens are on top of Group A and plays at home against second bottom placed team Abia Angels. The ‘Prosperity Ladies’ needs a win at home to solidify their place ontop of the log, before they face perennial rivals Rivers Angels on the last day in Porthacourt.

Abia Angels seem to be benefiting from Sunshine Queens woes, who have gone on a 6 match losing streak. A very poor performance from a Sunshine Queens team in a very long while. The ‘Angels from the East’ drew yet again at home last week to Rivers Angels. This simply means that they have only earned 8 points so far and are in 6th position, just 4 points ahead of Sunshine Queens, who are rooted bottom and trail Royal Queens by two points in the log.

“We Want A Free And Fair Playing Ground” – FC Robo Queens Calls On Delta State Government Ahead Of Delta Queens Clash

We congratulate our fans and football lovers for standing by us as the NWFL Premiership 2021/2022 season gets to its tail end.

We have approached all games so far in this league with a brave heart as we remain focused and determined to qualify for the NWFL Premiership Super 6 challenge where the league eventual winner will emerge.

We regret our banishment from our traditional home ground, the legacy pitch, national stadium, Surulere to Dipo Dina stadium, Ijebu Ode, Ogun state due to our fans encroachment to the pitch.

As we approach our last game of the season against Delta Queens, which will be played at the Asaba Township stadium, Asaba, Delta state. We urge that a level playing ground without the influence of match officials should be accorded in the match.

The NWFL board led by the indefatigable Madam Aishat Falode in a recent interview with a radio station also stated that the league body would monitor all league matches as the League approach its tail end to ensure the game is not brought to disrepute.

So, we urge the Delta state government led by the people’s governor, His Excellency Ifeanyi Okowa to provide a level free playing ground for both teams to ensure development of women football in Nigeria.

✍🏼 Media & Publicity FC Robo Queens

WATCH: Nigeria U20 Girls Beat Senegal 4-1 To Qualify For FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup

Nigeria’s U-20 Women’s team recorded a 4-1 victory against their counterparts from Senegal on Saturday, March 26, 2022 to qualify for the 2022 FIFA U20 World Cup on a 7-2 aggregate against the Senegalese.

The Falconets came into the second leg after a 3-1 victory away at the Stade Lat-Dior, Thiès. Flourish Sabastine scored all three goals.

The hat trick hero put Nigeria in front in the second leg just seven minutes into the game before she converted Esther Onyenezide’s cross to score her second of the game in the 20th minute.

Three minutes later, Esther missed a penalty but the referee asked to retake as the Senegalese goalkeeper moved off her line. She made no mistake to extend the lead.

At the other end, the referee awarded a penalty to the visitors which the Senegalese goalkeeper Adji Ndiaye made no mistake to reduce the deficit as the game ended 3-1 at the halftime break.

Joy Jerry came off the bench to put the final nail on the coffin as she scored the fourth for the Falconets in the 89th minute as they held on to record a 4-1 win at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City.

The two-time finalist Falconets of Nigeria will once again represent the African continent at the 2022 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup scheduled for August 10 to 28 in Costa Rica.

ICYMI: Rivers Angels’ Vivian Ikechukwu Joins WFC Gintra

Rivers Angels and Super Falcons Forward Vivian Ikechukwu has completed a 1-year deal move from the NWFL Premiership side to WFC Gintra, a champions league club and placed in the highest league division in A LYGEA in Lithuania.

The NWFL Premiership player of the month for February had first training session with her new club on Wednesday.

The forward who came in as a game-changer to score two goals for Nigeria against high-flying South Africa during the Aisha Buhari International Invitational Tournament in September 2021 will hope to continue great form in her new home.

In an interview with Tobexmedia, the Nigerian international says she always goes for the best and is ready for the new challenge.

“I am excited to have joined one of the best clubs in the world, a team with rich history and loyal supporters, the same feeling I had when I joined Rivers Angels in 2018 because I always go for the best. It’s the beginning of something bigger and great “.

“My experience with the Super Falcons team has been an adventure and has helped me to prepare my mindset to face any challenge and set goals for myself.
The level of talents in the team is something to behold and learn from and these has actually helped me both on and off the pitch”.

The ambitious Vivian Ikechukwu’s immediate goal is to win the African Women’s Cup Of Nations (AWCON) with the Super Falcons in Morocco for a record 10th time and make history.

NWFL Premiership Roundup: Nasarawa Amazons Halts Edo Queens Unbeaten Run

Nasarawa Amazons on Wednesday ended Edo Queens amazing 9 match unbeaten record in the league, with a crucial 2-0 victory at the Lafia City Stadium.

Before the start of Week 12 Games, a minute of silence was observed with all players wearing black armbands in honour of the late Sunshine Queens Goalkeeper, Elizabeth Johnson, who’s tragic event happened on Saturday.

Diminutive winger Chinemerem Opara scored in the 6th minute to put the Solid Babes’ ahead in the game, before in form attacking midfielder Dooshima Tarnum doubled the lead six minutes into the second half.

It was Edo Queens first defeat this season under their manager Wemimo Mathew and despite the loss in Lafia, they still remain top of Group A with 23 points, while Nasarawa Amazons trail them by two points.

Osun Babes continued with their great form in the month of march, as they earned a 2-0 victory over Pelican Stars in Calabar. The Omoluabi Queens’ took the lead in the 63rd minute, when diminutive forward Marcus Grace headed home a cross from right back, Blessing Barnabas. The away team continued to press on, until they got the opportunity to score the second late in the game through a good finish from Flamingoes captain Alvine Dahz.

The win catapults Osun Babes to 14 points, just one point behind Naija Ratels and two behind third placed team, Confluence Queens.

In Warri, Royal Queens failed to make it three victories in three games, as they fell to a lone goal from Etim Edidiong in the 83rd minute. Edidiong received a great pass from former Osun Babes striker Kafayat Bashir to give her side an important win in the game. The victory on Wednesday ensured the Gloryland’ girls moved to the top of the Group B, with Rivers Angels trailing them by a point.

It was a goalless affair in Umuahia, as Abia Angels and Rivers Angels played out a goalless draw Infront of the expectant fans in the capital of Abia State. Abia Angels lost a couple of chances in the first half with Rivers Angels defence holding on tight, not to concede.

The draw takes Rivers Angels to second position in their group, while Abia Angels who have the highest number of draws this season (5) remain in 6th position with just 8 points.

Adamawa Queens tried so hard not to concede, but finally did in the 62nd minute, as Favour Nkwocha’ effort beat the Fintiri Ladies’ goalie to give the New Direction’ Ladies a very important win Infront of their home fans. The win took Confluence Queens to third position, just a point above Naija Ratels on the log.

The final game of Week 12 will hold on Friday at the Dipo Dina Stadium, Ijebu Ode. The game between FC Robo Queens and Sunshine Queens was postponed to honour the demise of Elizabeth Johnson.

NWFL Premiership Awards: Osahon, Ikechukwu voted manager and player of the month

FC Robo Queens Head Coach, Osahon Emmanuel Orobosa and Rivers Angels forward Vivian Ikechukwu have both been voted for the NWFL Premiership Manager and Player of the month for February.

The Lagos Landladies’ won two out of the two matches played in February, winning Royal Queens in Warri and Ijebu-Ode respectively.

A 1-0 victory against the ‘Canadian Geese’ in Warri was followed by another impressive 3-1 win at the Dipo Dina Stadium, Ijebu-Ode against the same side.

Osahon Emmanuel wins his first ever NWFL Premiership monthly accolades and joins Naija Ratels FC Manager Bankole Olowookeere and Edo Queens Manager Wemimo Mathew, who have earlier won the awards this season.

In the player’s category, Rivers Angels forward Vivian Ikechukwu beat Naija Ratels’ forward Motunrayo Ezekiel and Nasarawa Amazons midfielder Aweda Titilayo to win the coveted prize.

The former Abia Angels Forward scored in Rivers Angels 2-1 home win against Sunshine Queens and 2-0 away win in Akure against the same side.

Black Saturday in the NWFL Premiership as Sunshine Queens FC lose goalkeeper

According to the club statement, veteran goalkeeper Elizabeth Johnson (Janded) is no more, the player died on Saturday.

Before her heartbreaking demise, the player trained with the team on Friday at the Akure township Stadium where she complained of fever and dizziness.
The Goalkeeper was then taken to the hospital but unfortunately gave up the ghost before getting to the desired destination for treatment.

The late Elizabeth Johnson was an experienced Goalkeeper that had played for Sunshine Queens for a good number of seasons.

She was also part of the team that played the much talked about NWFL Premiership Super 6 final last season against Rivers Angels, in IJebu Ode.

The Nigerian Women’s Football community was shocked as the news of her death filtered in late Saturday. She will be missed by her teammates, friends, and loved ones.

Arrangements for Elizabeth Johnson burial will be made public soonest.

U17WWCQ: Nigeria’s Flamingos condemn DR Congo in qualifying race

A ruthless Nigeria U17 women’s national team recorded a 5-0 victory against their counterparts from Congo on Saturday, and progress to the third round qualifiers for the 2022 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup scheduled to take place in India later in October.

Before the reserve fixtures, the Nigerians gained a fine 3-0 triumph in Kinshasa,  and continued from where they left off in the first leg as they thrashed the Congolese to seal their passage to the next round at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium.

Opeyemi Ajakaye scored in the fifth and 14th minute to give the Flamingoes a two goal lead.

Oluwatunmininu Adeshina made it three in the 23rd minute to dash visitors’ comeback hopes at half time.

After the restart, Doosur Atume added a fourth in the 62nd minute while Taiwo Afolabi scored the fifth in the 88th minute.

After cruising past DR Congo, the Flamingoes will face off with Egypt next month, who advanced following the second round withdrawal of Guinea Bissau.

NWFL Premiership Matchday Round-up: Royal Queens stuns defending champions, Edo Queens continues unbeaten run

There are a couple of shocking results as the NWFL Premiership gets into Matchday 11, as defending champions, Rivers Angels were beaten at home by relegation threatened Royal Queens, Naija Ratels traveled to the Abubakar Pantanmi Stadium, Gombe to record their first away victory of the season, while Osun Babes won Nasarawa Amazons 1-0 at the Lanreleke Stadium, Ile-Ogbo.

Adamawa Queens vs Naija Ratels:

Premier League newbies, Naija Ratels put in a magnificent display at the Abubakar Pantanmi Stadium, Gombe to condemn Adamawa Queens to their third home defeat this season in a five goal thriller.

Coming off from a heavy defeat at home last week in the hands of Edo Queens, the Bankole Olowookeere’s side conceded an early goal in the 6th minute through a goal scored by experienced forward Ijeoma Obi. Ratels Defender Anani Oluwaseun scored her first goal of the season in the 43rd minute, to level up for the visitor.

New entrant Agama Ziperekefhege gave Ratels the lead in the 58th minute and Aminat Folorunsho who was just coming back to the squad after some time off scored the visitor’s third in the 85th minute. With time ticking off, Eunice Ezeani put one up for the Fintiri Ladies’ in injury time to end the game at 2-3 in favour of Naija Ratels.

Rivers Angels vs Royal Queens:

In Porthacourt, Defending Champions, Rivers Angels suffered a shocking 3-1 defeat in the hands of the Canadian Geese. In form Royal Queens midfielder, Tosin Ogundeko scored another brace in the 9th and 67th minute. While Maryann Ezeanagu of Rivers Angels and Rosemary Adesina scored in the 25th and 52nd minute respectively.

Despite losing at home, Rivers Angels still remains on top of the log with 19 points.

Osun Babes vs Nasarawa Amazons:

Osun Babes recorded an important win at home, when they faced Nasarawa Amazons. The Omoluabi Queens’ gave the visitors plenty to think about, and eventually made it count in the 33rd minute, through a goal scored by Maryann Ohadiwe.

Bayelsa Queens vs FC Robo Queens:

Bayelsa Queens Cruised to a 2-0 victory over visiting FC Robo Queens at the Samson Siasia Stadium, Yenagoa. It was a game filled with lot of chances from both ends, but the home side were more clinical and made it count in the 15th and 88th minutes, through goals scored by Mercy Itimi and Etim Edidiong.

Edo Queens vs Confluence Queens:

Former Sunshine Queens midfielder Abideen Suliat was on hand to score twice for Edo Queens as they went past Confluence Queens at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin on Wednesday evening. Abideen scored in the 24th and 42nd minute to ensure Edo Queens continue with their near-perfect form this season.

Sunshine Queens vs Delta Queens:

Sunshine Queens suffered yet another defeat in front of their home fans. The Betty Babes have now lost three games at home this season and are rooted bottom in Group B.

Chinansa Agoh scored twice for the visitors and Effiong Ekpeyong with a goal but Aluba Ogba slotted the consolation goal for the home side.

NWFL Preview: Bayelsa Queens Take On Lagos Landladies’ As Super 6 Race Continues

As the NWFL Premiership Super Six draws closer, the Matchday eleven of the 2022 will see some fire crackers fixtures including the Bayelsa Queens home game at the Samson Siasia Stadium, Yenagoa against FC Robo Queens and the Confluence Queens away fixture at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin against Edo Queens.

Wednesday’s action starts with Sunshine Queens game against Delta Queens at the Ondo Sports Complex, Akure, while Naija Ratels will be at the Abubakar Pantanmi Stadium, Gombe to face Adamawa Queens. Defending Champions, Rivers Angels will welcome Royal Queens at the UNIPORT Sports Complex, Porthacourt.

The last game of Matchday 11 will see Osun Babes welcome Nasarawa Amazons at the Lanreleke Stadium, Ile-Ogbo.

Sunshine Queens Vs Delta Queens: Ondo Sports Complex, Akure.

Sunshine Queens are still searching for their second victory this season as they bid to move off the foot of the table when they face Delta Queens who are also desperate to get more points on the road as they continue to battle for a place in the Super 6 Championship.

The ‘Betty Babes’ are bottom on the Group B log with just four points, while Delta Queens are fourth with 14 points, just one point behind FC Robo Queens who will be facing Bayelsa Queens at the same time on Wednesday.

The home team will still be without the services of key players like Blessing Nkor and Nelly Ekeh, who are still both with the National U-20 teams, as they prepare to face Senegal in the second round of the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers. While Delta Queens are expected to face the battle with a very formidable squad.

Adamawa Queens Vs Naija Ratels: Abubakar Pantanmi Stadium, Gombe.

Naija Ratels lost at home last week against Edo Queens by 3-0 and will face another stern encounter when they face Adamawa Queens –who have won their last three home games– at their adopted home ground, the Abubakar Pantanmi Stadium, Gombe.

The ‘Fintiri’Ladies’ can be very unpredictable at home and Ratels would have a lot of work to do, if they are to get a valuable point in Gombe.

Rivers Angels Vs Royal Queens: UNIPORT Sports Complex, Porthacourt

Rivers Angels will want to get back into winning ways, when they face Royal Queens at the University of Porthacourt Sports Complex on Wednesday. The ‘Jewels Of Rivers’ have won six games so far in the league and are sitting on top of the log in Group B.

Royal Queens big win against Nasarawa Amazons last week gave them a lifeline, as they moved out of the relegation zone. They now have a huge task ahead of them when they face the defending Champions on Wednesday.

Bayelsa Queens Vs FC Robo Queens: Samson Siasia Stadium, Yenagoa.

It was a hard-fought 1-0 victory for FC Robo Queens when they both met earlier in the season and another close contest should be expected at the Samson Siasia Stadium, Yenagoa when these two teams meet on Wednesday. Both teams are in great form, and will be eager to get favourable results.

The Lagos Landladies’ are just one point above their counterpart on the log. The ‘Prosperous’ Ladies are third on the table with 15 points, while FC Robo Queens are second with 16 points.

A win for Bayelsa Queens means that they will move up above FC Robo Queens, while a win or draw for the Osahon Emmanuel’s tutored side will see them keeping up with the momentum on the log. It’s going to be a very interesting encounter.

Osun Babes Vs Nasarawa Amazons: Lanreleke Academy Stadium, Ile-Ogbo.

Nasarawa Amazons are one of the most consistent sides in the group A and will face Osun Babes at the Lanreleke Academy Stadium on Wednesday. The Solid Babes are in great form and will be looking at targeting a good result in Ile-Ogbo.

Osun Babes are more determined now, after playing out a 1-1 draw in Lokoja against Confluence Queens. They are off the relegation zone, but will have something big to prove infront of their home fans.

11 points separates both sides on the log, while Nasarawa Amazons are second in group A with 18 points, Osun Babes are 6th with 7 points.

Edo Queens Vs Confluence Queens: Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin.

After a disappointing result against Osun Babes at the Confluence Stadium, the Lokoja based team will face Edo Queens at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, in an important encounter.

Edo Queens are in a great run of form, and are the only team that haven’t lost a game so far this season. The ‘Obaseki Ladies’ thrashed Naija Ratels 3-0 last week in Abuja and will see if they can continue with the same form on Wednesday in Benin.