Nigeria Women Football League Table After Matchday 1

Goals Galore as NWFL 2024/2025 Kicks Off in Style

The 2024/2025 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership season began with a bang on Wednesday as goals rained across various venues. Defending champions Edo Queens and Robo Queens lead Groups A and B, respectively, after delivering emphatic victories in their opening fixtures.

NWFL Match Day 1 Highlights and Post-Match Reports

Edo Queens’ Ruthless Start
Defending champions Edo Queens began their title defense in dominant fashion, overwhelming Abia Angels with a stunning 5-0 victory. The champions showed no signs of rust, putting on a clinical display to top Group A.

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Robo Queens Humiliate Benue Queens
Robo Queens of Lagos delivered the most comprehensive victory of the day, defeating newcomers Benue Queens 5-1 in Group B. The Lagos-based team showcased their attacking prowess, leaving the debutants with a harsh introduction to top-flight football.

Ekiti Queens Edge Heartland in Tight Contest

At the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium, Ekiti Queens secured a narrow 1-0 win over Heartland Queens. Substitute Olaleye Odunayo scored the decisive goal in the 74th minute, while standout performances from Rejoice Ikoyo and Tobi Sarafa highlighted the game.

Nigeria Women Football League Table After Matchday 1

Nasarawa Amazons’ Last-Minute Drama
A 90th-minute strike from Shobowale Olushola earned Nasarawa Amazons a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Dannaz Ladies. The midfielder’s long-range effort capped a tense match, with goalkeeper Unachukwu Udoka also playing a crucial role with crucial saves.

Rivers Angels Hold Off Ibom Angels
Rivers Angels kicked off their campaign with a 2-1 win over Ibom Angels. Despite Ibom’s efforts to stage a comeback, Rivers held firm to claim three points in Group B.

Also, Remo Stars Ladies defeated Confluence Queens 3-1 showcasing their intent to challenge for glory this season. Adamawa Queens and Naija Ratels shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw while Bayelsa Queens narrowly edged Delta Queens 1-0 in a tightly contested encounter.

Other NWFL Matchday 1 Results

Group A

  • Edo Queens 5-0 Abia Angels
  • Ekiti Queens 1-0 Heartland Queens
  • Confluence Queens 1-3 Remo Stars Ladies
  • Nasarawa Amazons 1-0 Dannaz Ladies

Group B

  • Rivers Angels 2-1 Ibom Angels
  • Adamawa Queens 1-1 Naija Ratels
  • Benue Queens 1-5 Robo Queens
  • Bayelsa Queens 1-0 Delta Queens

Key Statistics

Total Goals Scored: 23

Highest Scorers: Edo Queens, Robo Queens (5 goals each)

Clean Sheets: 4

Home Wins: 5

Away Wins: 2

Draws: 1

Nigeria Women Football League Table After Matchday 1

Group A

Nigeria Women Football League Table After Matchday 1
  1. Edo Queens – 3 pts (+5 GD)
  2. Remo Stars Ladies – 3 pts (+2 GD)
  3. Ekiti Queens – 3 pts (+1 GD)
  4. Nasarawa Amazons – 3 pts (+1 GD)
  5. Dannaz Ladies – 0 pts (-1 GD)
  6. Heartland Queens – 0 pts (-1 GD)
  7. Confluence Queens – 0 pts (-2 GD)
  8. Abia Angels – 0 pts (-5 GD)

Group B

Nigeria Women Football League Table After Matchday 1
  1. Robo Queens – 3 pts (+4 GD)
  2. Rivers Angels – 3 pts (+1 GD)
  3. Bayelsa Queens – 3 pts (+1 GD)
  4. Adamawa Queens – 1 pt (0 GD)
  5. Naija Ratels – 1 pt (0 GD)
  6. Ibom Angels – 0 pts (-1 GD)
  7. Delta Queens – 0 pts (-1 GD)
  8. Benue Queens – 0 pts (-4 GD)

With thrilling games and stellar performances, the NWFL season promises to be a memorable one. Matchday 2 awaits as teams look to build on their opening results.