This week in the 2024/25 NWFL Premiership season, another round of intense battles, stunning goals, and a fair share of drama unfolded. Bolaji Olamide continued her incredible scoring run, matching last season’s Golden Boot winner’s tally with eight goals in just six games. For Confluence Queens and Benue Queens, their phobia for points continue while Ekiti Queens’ struggles on the road lingers following yet another defeat.
Ibom Angels' clash with Adamawa Queens saw four first-half goals, while Delta Queens and FC Robo Queens produced a goal-fest in the second half. Meanwhile, the Bayelsa Queens vs. Naija Ratels encounter was settled with three goals in the space of eight minutes—though not without controversy.
Here’s a complete breakdown of all the action:
• Nasarawa Amazons 2-0 Heartland Queens
Scorers: Jenat Akekeromowei (53'), Olushola Shobowale (64')
Nasarawa Amazons capitalized on home advantage to brush aside Heartland Queens in Lafia. After a goalless first half, Jenat Akekeromowei broke the deadlock in the 53rd minute before Olushola Shobowale added a second just 11 minutes later. Heartland Queens, still searching for their first win, found themselves outplayed in the second half as the Lafia side climbed further up the table.
• Confluence Queens 0-2 Edo Queens
Scorers: Sadiat Adebiyi (4’), Emem Essien (15’)
Edo Queens made light work of Confluence Queens in Anyigba, extending their dominance in this fixture. Two early goals from Sadiat Adebiyi and Emem Essien sealed the victory as Confluence Queens struggled yet again. This result means Edo Queens have now scored 14 times against Confluence in their last eight meetings, cementing their position as the bogey team for their hosts.
• Ibom Angels 3-1 Adamawa Queens
Scorers: Ijeoma Oneawgba (7’), Abasiofon Uwah (31’), Hellen Daniel (44’) | Loveth Boiygyande (21’)
Ibom Angels controlled the tempo in Uyo, finding the net three times in the first half to secure a crucial win. Adamawa Queens briefly threatened a comeback when Loveth Boiygyande equalized in the 21st minute, but the home side responded with two more goals before halftime. The result keeps Ibom Angels competitive, while Adamawa Queens missed the chance to build momentum after their win in GW5.
• Delta Queens 4-1 FC Robo Queens
Scorers: Destiny Itobor (48’, 90’), Goodness Ihioma (50’), Priscilla Omeje (59’) | Favour Nkwocha (87’ PK)
Asaba witnessed a second-half goal fest, with five goals after the break. Destiny Itobor opened the scoring in the 48th minute, setting off a wave of attacks from Delta Queens. Goodness Ihioma and Priscilla Omeje added to the tally before Itobor struck again in stoppage time to complete a dominant performance. FC Robo Queens found a late consolation through Favour Nkwocha’s penalty, but the damage had already been done.
• Abia Angels 1-0 Ekiti Queens
Scorer: Chiamaka Ojialfor (21’)
Abia Angels edged out Ekiti Queens in a tense battle in Umuahia. Chiamaka Ojialfor’s 21st-minute strike proved to be the difference, condemning Ekiti Queens to yet another road defeat. The visitors struggled in front of goal, and their woes away from home continue as they search for their first away points.
• Bayelsa Queens 2-1 Naija Ratels
Scorers: Dooshima Tarnum (73’), Delight Isaac (77’) | Adanna Nwachukwu (71’)
The clash in Yenagoa had it all—controversy, penalties, and quickfire goals. Naija Ratels took the lead in the 71st minute through Adanna Nwachukwu, but the advantage lasted just two minutes before Bayelsa Queens equalized via Dooshima Tarnum. Four minutes later, Delight Isaac struck the winner. However, the biggest talking point came when Bayelsa Queens were initially awarded a penalty for an untidy tackle. Nasarawa Amazons players were visibly upset with the decision, leading to a lengthy delay. The chaos ended with their coach receiving a yellow card, and in a dramatic twist, the taker crashed her spot kick against the inside of the post.
• Benue Queens 0-2 Rivers Angels
Scorers: Ifeoma Polinus (46’), Mary Moses (80’)
Benue Queens remain without a point after another disappointing outing, this time against Rivers Angels. Ifeoma Polinus wasted no time after the restart, scoring just a minute into the second half. Mary Moses added a late goal to secure the win. Benue Queens’ struggles continue, and their search for a breakthrough result goes on.
• Dannaz Ladies 0-2 Remo Stars Ladies
Scorers: Kafayat Bashiru (25’), Bolaji Olamide (73’)
Bolaji Olamide made it eight goals in six games, maintaining her streak of scoring in every match this season. Kafayat Bashiru had earlier given Remo Stars Ladies the lead in the 25th minute, and Olamide sealed the win in the second half. With this goal, Olamide has now equaled last season’s top scorer in just six gameweeks, underlining her lethal form in front of goal.
The Midseason Rush
With GW6 wrapped up, attention now shifts to GW7, where Edo Queens welcome Ekiti Queens, while Rivers Angels face Adamawa Queens in Port Harcourt. Benue Queens desperately need a positive result against Naija Ratels, while FC Robo Queens host Bayelsa Queens in a crucial Group B clash.
There's still plenty of room for shakeups on the league standings before midseason, fans can expect another round of gripping encounters. Who will rise, and who will falter? GW7 has all the answers!
Full GW7 Fixtures
Group A
- Edo Queens vs. Ekiti Queens
- Heartland Queens vs. Confluence Queens
- Remo Stars Ladies vs. Nasarawa Amazons
- Dannaz Ladies vs. Abia Angels
Group B
- Rivers Angels vs. Adamawa Queens
- Naija Ratels vs. Benue Queens
- FC Robo Queens vs. Bayelsa Queens
- Delta Queens vs. Ibom Angels