The 2024/2025 Nigeria Women Football League Premiership kicked off today with exciting matches across the country. Here’s a quick roundup of the results:
Bayelsa Queens 1-0 Delta Queens
In Yenagoa, Bayelsa Queens grabbed a late win over Delta Queens thanks to Sefiat Idris, who scored in the 94th minute.
Rivers Angels 2-1 Ibom Angels
Rivers Angels secured a home victory in Port Harcourt. Helen Daniel’s early own goal gave them the lead, but Joy Michael’s own goal leveled the game. Ifeoma Ikenokwalu's 78th-minute goal sealed the win.
Ekiti Queens 1-0 Heartland Queens
Odunayo Olaleye's 74th-minute strike gave Ekiti Queens a narrow win in Ado Ekiti.
Confluence Queens 1-3 Remo Stars Ladies
In Anyigba, Remo Stars Ladies dominated Confluence Queens. Idayat Olanrewaju scored first for the hosts, but Olasubomi Ogundele, Oluwaseyi Arubo, and Olamide Bolaji turned things around for the visitors.
Nasarawa Amazons 1-0 Dannaz Ladies
Shola Shobowale scored a late goal in Lafia to give Nasarawa Amazons a slim win over Dannaz Ladies.
Adamawa Queens 1-1 Naija Ratels
In Gombe, Adamawa Queens and Naija Ratels shared the points. Tunmininu Adeshina put the visitors ahead in the 47th minute before Injimaco Mnunenge restored parity in the 48th minute.
Edo Queens 5-0 Abia Angels
Edo Queens trashed Abia Angels in Benin. Miracle Usani, Emem Essien, Goodness Osigwe, Loveth Edet, and Kafayat Mafisere all found the back of the net in a dominant display.
Benue Queens 1-5 Robo Queens
Robo Queens ran riot in Lafia against Benue Queens. Favour Nkwocha, Tosin Rafiu (brace), Kemi Adegbuyi, and Mariam Yahaya ensured an emphatic win for the visitors. Annastasia Emefo (penalty) scored Benue Queens first ever Premiership goal, and their only goal in the match but it was not enough as they were eventually torn apart.
The season has started with thrilling performances, and fans can expect more action as the league progresses.
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