Edo Queens safe hands, Ademola Morufa was nothing short of sensational last season. Her commanding presence between the sticks played a pivotal role in Rivers Angels FC finishing top of NWFL Group B, conceding just 13 goals in 14 matches. Her heroics didn’t stop there—she stood tall in last season’s NWFL Super Six, delivering clutch…
Edo Queens FC’s first-choice goalkeeper, Ademola Morufa, popularly known as ‘Amala’, continues to make waves in the Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) after delivering yet another clean sheet in their 2-0 victory over Confluence Queens Fc. The result secured Edo Queens’ top finish in Group A, guaranteeing their place in the upcoming NWFL Super 6…
In a match that tested grit, endurance, and sheer determination, Edo Queens goalkeeper Morufa Ademola, famously known as “Amala”, stood tall between the sticks, delivering a string of breathtaking saves that kept her team in contention until the dying minutes. Despite her heroics, the Queens fell 1-0 to Nasarawa Amazons FC on Matchday 13 of…
Football fans have showered praise on Edo Queens goalkeeper Ademola Morufa after another remarkable performance in her team’s 2-1 victory over Abia Angels in their NWFL Matchday 9 clash at the Umuahia Township Stadium on Wednesday afternoon. The defending champions maintained their dominance in Group A, extending their lead at the top of the standings…
Rivers Angels FC head coach, Tosan Blankson, who was recently named Best Coach of the NWFL Premiership Campaign for the First Round, has commended female coaches in the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) for their impressive contributions to the game. In an exclusive interview with Futball Naija, Blankson acknowledged the growing influence of female coaches…
Rivers Angels FC head coach, Tosan Blankson, has been named the Best Coach of the NWFL Premiership Campaign for the First Round by the Naija Women’s Football Awards. The recognition came after a dominant first stanza performance, where Rivers Angels secured five wins and two draws in seven matches. Blankson received an impressive 1,632 votes…
Matchday Two of the 2024/25 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership season delivered thrilling football actions across the nation, with standout performances from Remo Stars Ladies, Robo Queens, and Abia Angels. A total of 16 goals were scored, with five home wins, one away victory, and two draws. Remo Stars Ladies and Robo Queens Maintain…
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…
The Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) finds itself embroiled in controversy following its Annual General Assembly (AGA) held on December 17, 2024, in Abuja. The AGA, which should have marked another milestone for women’s football, has instead become a focal point of tension due to allegations of democratic violations by the NWFL Board, led by…
The Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL), under the leadership of Chairperson Nkechi Obi, has found itself at a critical juncture. I remember vividly little over a year ago, the NWFL Board, during its Annual General Assembly (AGA) themed “Women Football Rising,” pledged to drive the growth of professional women’s football in Nigeria. Ms. Obi herself…
Rivers Angels’ shot-stopper Morufat Ademola popularly called AMALA by her admirers has been named the 2023/2024 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Goalkeeper of the Season. This award comes after a stellar season for Ademola, who played a key role in helping the “Jewels of Rivers” secure a second-place finish despite a strong push for a…
Name Joy Igbokwe Position Defensive Midfield Age 18 Years Old Preferred Foot Right Previous Club Mees Palace Football Academy Current Club Naija Ratels Football Club Nationality Nigerian State of Origin Abia National Team Falconets of Nigeria (Nigeria’s U20 Women’s Team) Player Overview Joy Igbokwe is a rising star in the realm of Nigerian women’s football….