Matchday 11 of the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership delivered a different rhythm compared with the drama of the previous round, yet the day still produced several significant developments that could influence the race for the Super Six and the fight for survival.
While the goals were fewer across the fixtures, the results carried major implications for the standings. One of the biggest movements came in Group A, where Bayelsa Queens slipped from the summit to third position after sitting out the round due to a bye. Rivers Angels took advantage to climb to the top of the table.
Elsewhere, Ahudiyannem Queens recorded a convincing victory that lifted them out of the relegation zone for the first time this season, underlining their growing resurgence in the second round.
In total, only fourteen goals were scored across the league centres, a clear reflection of the tactical discipline and cautious approach adopted by teams as the race for the Super Six intensified.
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Adamawa Queens Edge Ekiti Queens in Makwada
Adamawa Queens secured a valuable home victory with a 2-1 win over Ekiti Queens in Makwada.
The match remained goalless for much of the contest until the final stages when the home side finally broke the deadlock in the 73rd minute through Ifeoma Damien. The goal sparked a late flurry of action.
Favour Godwin doubled Adamawa Queens’ advantage in the 80th minute, putting the hosts firmly in control. Ekiti Queens responded five minutes later when Winifred Eyebhoria pulled one back in the 85th minute, but it was not enough to deny Adamawa Queens the maximum points.
The victory strengthens Adamawa Queens in fourth position on the table, while the defeat drops Ekiti Queens down to seventh.
Pacesetters Queens Rescue Late Draw Against Ibom Angels
Ibadan Pacesetters Queens needed a dramatic stoppage time goal to earn a 1-1 draw against Ibom Angels.
The visitors had taken the lead in the 13th minute through an unfortunate own goal by Olufunke Taiwo, putting Ibom Angels ahead early in the match.
For much of the encounter, Ibom Angels looked set to secure all three points. However, deep into stoppage time, Olaronke Ola struck in the sixth minute of added time to salvage a crucial point for the hosts.
The result moves Pacesetters Queens to the eighth position with five points, marking the first time this season they have escaped the bottom of the table. Ibom Angels move into fifth place with eleven points.
Edo Queens Silence Heartland Queens in Owerri
In Owerri, Edo Queens secured a narrow but important 1-0 victory over Heartland Queens.
Kafayat Mafisere’s goal in the 73rd minute marked the decisive moment, giving the visitors all three points.
The win lifts Edo Queens to second place on the table, strengthening their position in the race for the Super Six, while Heartland Queens drop to sixth.
Rivers Angels Take Advantage of Bayelsa Queens Bye
Rivers Angels delivered a professional performance in Abuja with a 2-0 victory over Naija Ratels at the Bwari Stadium.
Abasiofon Uwah opened the scoring in the 14th minute, giving the visitors an early advantage. Just four minutes later, Grace Saliu doubled the lead, putting Rivers Angels firmly in control.
The result was largely in line with expectations and proved crucial for the Port Harcourt side. With Bayelsa Queens not in action this week, Rivers Angels moved to the top of Group A with twenty-four points.
Naija Ratels dropped to the bottom, continuing to battle in the relegation zone.
Robo Queens Held by Determined Confluence Queens
League leaders Robo Queens were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw against Confluence Queens at the Edo State University pitch in Iyamho.
Robo Queens took the lead in the 28th minute through Oluwakemi Adegbuyi, but the hosts responded before halftime.
Vicental Ezeani converted from the penalty spot in the 42nd minute to level the contest and ensure the points were shared.
Despite the draw, Robo Queens remain firmly at the top of Group B with twenty-five points, while Confluence Queens move to eighth position with ten points.
Goalless Stalemate Between Abia Angels and Remo Stars Ladies
In Aba, Abia Angels and Remo Stars Ladies could not find a breakthrough as the encounter ended goalless.
The result keeps Remo Stars Ladies in third place as they continue their push for a Super Six spot. Abia Angels remain in fourth and still within reach of the qualification race.
Nasarawa Amazons Leave It Late Against Dannaz Ladies
One of the most dramatic moments of the matchday came in Lafia, where Nasarawa Amazons secured a last-gasp 1-0 victory against Dannaz Ladies.
The visitors had defended resolutely throughout the match and looked set to claim a valuable point. However, substitute Deborah Onyekachi struck deep into stoppage time in the 97th minute to break Dannaz Ladies’ resistance.
The victory keeps Nasarawa Amazons comfortably in second position with twenty-two points. Dannaz Ladies drop to eighth place following the defeat.
Sunshine Queens and Delta Queens Share the Spoils
In Akure, Sunshine Queens and Delta Queens played out another goalless draw.
Both sides remain positioned in the middle of the table. However, with teams below them fighting hard to escape relegation, improvements in results may soon become necessary to avoid slipping into danger.
Ahudiyannem Queens Continue Remarkable Revival
Ahudiyannem Queens produced one of the standout performances of the round with a convincing 3-0 victory over Osun Babes in Aba.
Grace Aaron opened the scoring as early as the fourth minute and later added her second goal in the 80th minute. Nwabueze Charles had earlier doubled the lead in the 23rd minute.
The emphatic result highlights Ahudiyannem Queens’ impressive turnaround during the second round of the season. For the first time in this campaign, the team has moved out of the relegation zone and now sits seventh with eleven points.
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Tactical Battles Define Matchday 11
Only fourteen goals were recorded across the fixtures, a relatively modest return by league standards. The trend reflects the increasing tactical caution among teams as the season approaches its decisive phase.
In the Nigeria Women Football League Premiership, every point now holds significant importance as the race for Super Six qualification intensifies and relegation battles become more intense.
Matchday 11 may not have produced a flood of goals, but the shift in the standings suggests that the final stretch of the season promises even more drama.
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