Matchday 9 of the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership delivered high-intensity action, with Robo Queens producing a dominant performance while Rivers Angels secured a hard-fought victory in the South-South derby against Ibom Angels
The round also saw Bayelsa Queens, Nasarawa Amazons, and Edo Queens claim crucial wins as the race for the Super Six intensifies.
In Lagos, Robo Queens put on a spectacular attacking display, dismantling Benue Queens in a resounding 8-1 victory.
Opeyemi Ajakaye and Mariam Yahaya stole the show, both netting hat-tricks, while Oluwakemi Adegbuyi added a brace to cap off an unforgettable performance.
Benue Queens could only manage a late consolation goal through Comfort Saawua, but the damage had already been done as Robo Queens reinforced their title credentials.
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Meanwhile, in Uyo, Rivers Angels endured a tense battle against Ibom Angels but emerged victorious with a narrow 1-0 win.
Mary Moses delivered the decisive moment in the 62nd minute, continuing her fine form for the Port Harcourt-based side.
The match was not without controversy, as Chisom Nwachukwu had a goal ruled out in the 75th minute, sparking frustration among the Rivers Angels camp.
The intensity of the derby escalated when objects were thrown onto the pitch, forcing a brief stoppage.
However, after a six-minute delay, play resumed, and despite a late push from Ibom Angels, Rivers Angels held on to extend their unbeaten run to nine matches.
Rivers Angels hope to break the dominance of Edo queens and Bayelsa queens ( Photo Credit X)
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Rivers Angels are level on points with Group B leaders Bayelsa Queens on 23 points after week 9.
Elsewhere, Heartland Queens secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Ekiti Queens, thanks to an early strike from Blessing Saleh.
Nasarawa Amazons dominated Dannaz Ladies with a commanding 3-0 away win, while Remo Stars Ladies claimed a comfortable 2-0 triumph over Confluence Queens, with Kafayat Bashiru netting twice.
Remo stars ladies players celebrating a goal in the NWFL. ( Photo Credit X)
Bayelsa Queens stunned Delta Queens in Asaba with a dramatic 90th-minute winner from Chinwe Akabike, while Edo Queens overcame a tough challenge to defeat Abia Angels 2-1.
Naija Ratels continued their strong form with a 2-0 victory over Adamawa Queens, as Grace Saliu bagged a brace to secure all three points.
