Matchday 2 of the 2025 Nigeria Women’s Football League Premiership Super Six Recap: Draws and Tight Contests Shape the Title Race
The second day of the 2025 Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) Premiership Super Six unfolded at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, marked by closely fought matches, dramatic moments, and shifting fortunes in the title race. Two of the three matches ended in draws, while one team continued their impressive run with a narrow victory. The results have set the stage for a compelling battle for the coveted championship trophy.
The day’s opening match featured a clash of former champions as Nasarawa Amazons and Bayelsa Queens locked horns in a tense encounter. The Lafia Landladies struck first in the 56th minute, capitalizing on a handball inside the Bayelsa box. Jenat Akekeromowei calmly converted the resulting penalty, giving Nasarawa Amazons the lead. The handball also resulted in a red card for Bayelsa’s Jennifer Oliver, leaving the Prosperity Ladies a player down. However, Bayelsa Queens showed resilience and quickly leveled the score. Just six minutes later, substitute Dooshima Tarnum, facing her former club, found the back of the net, securing a valuable point for her team. The 1-1 draw reflected the evenly matched contest between the two sides.
Remo Stars Ladies continued their remarkable debut in the Super Six, building upon their opening day victory with another 1-0 win. Their opponents, Naija Ratels, found themselves on the wrong side of the scoreline once again. The Sky Blue Ladies wasted no time in asserting their dominance, and their early pressure paid off in the 14th minute. Top scorer Bolaji Olamide added to her impressive tally with her 15th goal of the season, securing the victory for Remo Stars. Despite spirited attempts by the One Day at a Time Girls, including several long-range shots, they were unable to breach Remo’s defense, with their efforts either missing the target or being blocked. The Ikenne-based team’s solid defensive performance ensured their second consecutive win, placing them at the top of the Super Six table.
The final match of the day witnessed another draw, as defending champions Rivers Angels and Edo Queens battled to a 1-1 stalemate. Rivers Angels took the lead in the 26th minute through a composed finish from Emem Essien. However, their advantage was short-lived. Just twelve minutes later, Edo Queens found an equalizer via an own goal from Valentina Uroko, who inadvertently turned the ball into her own net under pressure. The Jewels of Rivers struggled to contain Edo Queens’ attacking prowess for much of the game and relied heavily on their goalkeeper’s heroics to prevent further goals. Despite creating numerous chances, Edo Queens were unable to find a winner. The draw left both teams searching for their first win of the Super Six.
After two rounds of matches, the Super Six standings took shape with Remo Stars Ladies leading the pack with six points from two victories. Bayelsa Queens and Nasarawa Amazons occupied the second and third spots, respectively, with four points each, having recorded a win and a draw. Rivers Angels and Edo Queens found themselves in the bottom half of the table, each with a single point after their draw, while Naija Ratels remained at the bottom without a point after two consecutive losses.
Matchday three promised more excitement and crucial encounters with significant implications for the title race. Naija Ratels, desperate for their first points, faced Edo Queens, who were also searching for their maiden victory. A clash of former champions awaited as Nasarawa Amazons took on Rivers Angels, both seeking to improve their position in the standings. The day’s final fixture presented a compelling match-up between table-toppers Remo Stars Ladies and Bayelsa Queens, promising a captivating battle between two in-form teams. The results of matchday three would further shape the dynamics of the Super Six and bring the title race into sharper focus.
The 2025 NWFL Premiership Super Six has lived up to its billing, delivering thrilling matches and unpredictable outcomes. As the tournament progresses, the competition is expected to intensify with each team vying for the ultimate prize. The remaining matchdays will undoubtedly witness further twists and turns, making for a captivating conclusion to the NWFL season. The battle for the championship remains wide open, and only time will tell which team will emerge victorious and claim the coveted title.
