Key Takeaways from GW2:

• Edo Queens were the only team to win away this week.
• Bayelsa Queens decry officiating in Uyo though they remain unbeaten.
• Benue Queens are still searching for their first point.
• FC Robo and RSL continue strong starts.

Gameweek 2 (GW2) of the 2024/25 Nigeria Women Football League Premiership delivered thrilling action across the country. Here’s a recap of all the matches played on January 22, 2025:

Heartland Queens 1-2 Edo Queens

Edo Queens emerged as the only traveling side to secure a win this week. Goodness Osigwe was the star, scoring twice in the 40th and 70th minutes. Monica Matthew’s 48th-minute goal for Heartland wasn’t enough to salvage a result.

Dannaz Ladies 2-0 Confluence Queens

Dannaz Ladies enjoyed their first win of the season with early goals from Zainab Raji in the 9th minute and Omotoke Ogunfuwa in the 32nd. Confluence Queens struggled to create meaningful chances in response.

Abia Angels 3-0 Nasarawa Amazons

Abia Angels dominated Nasarawa Amazons at home, bouncing back from their opening day disgrace. Merrit Offor opened the scoring in the 20th minute, followed by Dorothy Eshiet’s strike in the 38th. Chiamaka Ojilafor added a late goal in the 86th minute to seal the win.

Naija Ratels 1-1 Rivers Angels

This highly anticipated match ended in a stalemate. Rivers Angels took the lead in the 46th minute through Chisom Nwachukwu, but Naija Ratels responded quickly with an equalizer from Oladeji Oluwabunmi in the 50th minute. Rivers Angels struggled in the second half but would hope to bounce back quickly as they face off with an unrelenting FC Robo Queens next at home.

FC Robo Queens 2-1 Adamawa Queens

FC Robo continued their strong start to the season with a dogged performance and a narrow win. Adamawa Queens’ Tarfa Anastasia put the visitors ahead in the 24th minute, but Robo turned the game around with goals from Favour Nkwocha in the 56th minute and Opeyemi Ajakaye’s late winner in the 90th.

Delta Queens 2-0 Benue Queens

Delta Queens comfortably defeated Benue Queens. Princess Adam was the hero, scoring both goals in the 18th and 43rd minutes. Benue Queens are still adjusting to the league’s demands after their promotion this season.

Remo Stars Ladies 1-0 Ekiti Queens

Remo Stars Ladies continued their unbeaten run with a hard-earned home victory. Olamide Bolaji scored the game’s only goal in the 52nd minute. As predicted from their debut season, RSL are proving to be a team to watch as they gear up for their next big challenge against the defending champions in Benin.

Ibom Angels 0-0 Bayelsa Queens

Ibom Angels and Bayelsa Queens shared spoils in a goalless draw. Bayelsa thought they had won when Kindness Ifeanyi scored in the 88th minute, but the assistant referee flagged it offside. Ibom Angels coach Edwin Okon praised his inexperienced side, saying they are still building courage and confidence.

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