NWFL Super Six: Bayelsa and Edo Queens take control after matchday 3

The battle for NWFL Super Six supremacy intensified on Wednesday at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa, with Bayelsa Queens and Edo Queens emerging victorious to solidify their title ambitions.

The opening match of the day witnessed a tight affair as Nasarawa Amazons and Rivers Angels played out a goalless draw. Both sides created chances, with Olamide Adugbe (Rivers Angels) and Bibiana Odoh (Nasarawa Amazons) coming close to breaking the deadlock. The result leaves Rivers Angels in second place with five points, while Nasarawa Amazons remain in search of their first win, sitting at two points after three games.

The host team, Bayelsa Queens, capitalized on home advantage with a commanding 2-0 victory over Confluence Queens. Zainab Olapade opened the scoring with a stunning free-kick in the 23rd minute, followed by a late strike from Chinyere Igboamalu in the 88th minute. This win propels Bayelsa Queens to the top of the table with a perfect record of seven points from three games. They’ll face debutants Heartland Queens next.

Edo Queens bounced back from their opening day defeat to Rivers Angels by dismantling newcomers Heartland Queens 3-1. Chioma Moses and Kafayat Mafisere put Edo Queens in a comfortable lead before half-time, and Emem Essien extended their advantage further in the second half. Emmanuella James pulled one back for Heartland Queens, but it proved to be a mere consolation. This victory puts Edo Queens firmly in contention, with a crucial clash against Nasarawa Amazons looming on Matchday Four

NWFL Super Six Matchday 3 Results

Nasarawa Amazons 0-0 Rivers Angels

Confluence Queens 0-2 Bayelsa Queens

Heartland Queens 1-3 Edo Queens

With the top positions still up for grabs, the NWFL Super Six promises more drama and excitement. Matchday Four kicks off on Friday, May 24th at the Samson Siasia Stadium, with intriguing encounters like Edo Queens vs. Nasarawa Amazons and Bayelsa Queens vs. Heartland Queens in view.

Upcoming Matches on Friday, May 24, 2024

Edo Queens vs. Nasarawa Amazons

Heartland Queens vs. Bayelsa Queens

Confluence Queens vs. Rivers Angels