NWFL Matchday 2 Results: FC Robo Thrash Confluence, Rivers Angels Stay Perfect in 2025/26 Season

NWFL Matchday 2 Results: FC Robo Thrash Confluence, Rivers Angels Stay Perfect in 2025/26 Season

The 2025/2026 Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) Premiership returned for Matchday Two with another round of intense fixtures, standout individual performances, and crucial early-season points collected across Groups A and B. Following an opening day filled with late goals, comebacks, and derby drama, Matchday Two offered more intrigue as teams fought to build momentum or recover from stuttering starts.

Group A: Rivers Angels Stay Perfect, Edo Queens Bounce Back, Ekiti Rescue a Late Point

Rivers Angels 1–0 Naija Ratels (Port Harcourt)

Rivers Angels ended matchday 2 with a narrow but well-earned victory over Naija Ratels. The match was decided by Sharon Onwere’s 55th-minute strike, securing a vital win.

Edo Queens 1–0 Heartland Queens (Benin City)

After suffering a dramatic late defeat in the Matchday One thriller against Bayelsa Queens, Edo Queens responded with composure. Atume Doosuur’s 15th-minute goal proved enough to hand the Benin-based side their first victory of the campaign, easing early pressure and putting their season back on track.

Ibom Angels 1–0 Pacesetters Queens (Uyo)

Ibom Angels, who opened their season with a stalemate in Abuja, earned their first win thanks to a late burst of determination. Helen Daniel struck in the 87th minute, punishing Pacesetters Queens, who have now lost both matches by narrow margins.

Ekiti Queens 1–1 Adamawa Queens (Ado-Ekiti)

Adamawa Queens looked set to continue their strong start after Mary Sunday put them ahead in the 55th minute. But Ekiti Queens, stung from their opening-day loss to Heartland Queens, fought until the final seconds. Their persistence paid off when a 90+2’ own goal by Favour Godwin salvaged a dramatic point for the hosts.

Group B: FC Robo Announce Title Intentions, Remo Stars Impress Again, More Goalless Draws

FC Robo Queens 4–0 Confluence Queens (Lagos)

The standout result of Matchday Two came at the Legacy Pitch, where FC Robo Queens delivered a commanding performance to dismantle Confluence Queens.
Goals from Favour Nkwocha (27’) and Tosin Rafiu (40’) set the tone before Kemi Adegbuyi added a quickfire brace (54’, 56’) to complete a 4–0 rout.
After their narrow away win on Matchday One, the Lagos side now sit firmly among the early favourites in Group B.

Remo Stars Ladies 1–0 Abia Angels (Ikenne)

Remo Stars Ladies continued their efficient, defensively disciplined start to the season. Aisha Animashaun’s 25th-minute finish was enough to secure victory against Abia Angels, who remain winless after two games.

Osun Babes 1–0 Ahudiyannem Queens (Ile-Ogbo)

Late drama returned for Osun Babes—this time in their favour. After conceding a Matchday One stoppage-time goal in Lagos, they earned redemption through Nofisat Tijani’s 87th-minute penalty, giving them their first win of the season and lifting them up the Group B standings.

Dannaz Ladies 0–0 Nasarawa Amazons (Lagos)

Dannaz Ladies, who delivered a memorable 3–2 opening-day win, were held by a rejuvenated Nasarawa Amazons. Both teams created half-chances, but goalkeepers dominated in a disciplined defensive battle.

Delta Queens 0–0 Sunshine Queens (Asaba)

Delta Queens and Sunshine Queens played out a tight, tactical contest with neither side able to find the breakthrough. Sunshine Queens, who lost narrowly to FC Robo in Matchday One, showed improved structure, as both teams struggled to create chances.

Teams Under Pressure

Pacesetters Queens and Abia Angels remain winless, struggling to find cohesion.
Delta Queens and Sunshine Queens have not yet registered a win, raising questions about attacking efficiency.

Looking Ahead to Matchday Three

With the season beginning to take shape, the stakes will be higher in Matchday Three as teams aim to build consistency before the league enters its middle phase.

Will FC Robo Queens continue their scoring spree?
Can Edo Queens build on their renewed form?
Will Delta Queens, Abia Angels, or Pacesetters Queens finally spark their season to life?
And can Rivers Angels maintain their perfect start in Group A?

The 2025/2026 NWFL Premiership continues to impress, serving fans with relentless intensity, late drama, and standout individual talent.