Edo Queens reignited their title defence with a stunning 1-0 victory over Bayelsa Queens on Matchday 4 of the NWFL Super 6, ending the Prosperity Girls’ 17-match unbeaten run and breathing new life into the race for the 2025 crown.
Goodness Osigwe struck on the stroke of half-time at the Remo Stars stadium, finishing clinically to hand Edo a narrow but vital win in a fiercely contested encounter. Bayelsa pushed hard for a leveller, but resolute defending and sharp goalkeeping kept them at bay.
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It was a performance full of grit from the reigning champions, who had looked off-colour earlier in the tournament. With the victory, they move to within a point of Nasarawa Amazons, setting up a tantalising final round.
Bayelsa Stumble, Others Fail to Capitalise
Bayelsa Queens defeat offered a golden chance for the chasing pack to surge ahead—but neither Remo Stars Ladies nor Nasarawa Amazons could make it count.
In Ikenne, a goalless draw between Remo Stars and Nasarawa saw both sides drop points. The Amazons remain top with eight points, but just a single point now separates the top four teams heading into Matchday 5.
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Meanwhile, Rivers Angels kept their slim title hopes alive with a controlled 2-0 win over bottom-placed Naija Ratels. Titilayo Aweda opened the scoring midway through the first half, and Mary Moses added a second late on to seal the points.
Super 6 Standings – After Matchday 4
- Nasarawa Amazons – 8 pts
- Bayelsa Queens – 7 pts
- Remo Stars Ladies – 7 pts
- Edo Queens – 7 pts
- Rivers Angels – 4 pts
- Naija Ratels – 0 pts
Final Day Fixtures – Sunday Showdowns
Nasarawa Amazons vs Edo Queens
Remo Stars Ladies vs Rivers Angels
Bayelsa Queens vs Naija Ratels
Matchday 5 promises high drama as four teams vie for the 2025 Nigeria Women’s Football League Premiership title.
