The 2025 NWFL Super Six Premiership kicked off in thrilling fashion on Saturday as Nasarawa Amazons, Bayelsa Queens and Remo Stars Ladies all secured opening-day victories in Ikenne, Footynaija.com reports.
Supporters at the Remo Stars Stadium were treated to late goals, comebacks and penalty drama in a high-stakes Matchday 1 as the race for the number one prize in women football in the country kicked off in style.
Nasarawa Amazons edge North Central derby with spirited comeback
The action began with a feisty North Central derby as Nasarawa Amazons took on Naija Ratels, both sides having finished third in their respective regular-season groups. The Lafia-based Amazons secured a comeback 2-1 win over Naija Ratels.
Nasarawa Amazons defeated Naija Ratels in their opening game of the 2025 NWFL Super Six, 2 goals to 1. Here’s how the game went down:
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⚽️ Rita Tsebee 13′ (NAI)⁰⚽️ Jenat Akekeromowei 40′ (NAS)⁰⚽️ Josephine Mathias 55′ (NAS) pic.twitter.com/jC2V11GdJ8
Naija Ratels struck early through Rita Tsebee to take a deserved lead, but the Amazons refused to wilt. Jenat Akekeromowei levelled just before half-time, shifting the momentum. The second half saw Nasarawa ramp up the pressure, and their persistence paid off in the 55th minute when Josephine Mathias calmly slotted home the winner to complete the comeback and clinch a vital three points for the Solid Babes.
Bayelsa Queens outlast Rivers Angels in heavyweight showdown
Bayelsa Queens edged Rivers Angels 1–0 in Ikenne in their opening game of the 2025 NWFL Super Six. Here’s how the game went down.
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⚽️ Alaba Olabiyi 34′ (BAY) – Celebrates her birthday with a goal! pic.twitter.com/vSVcx4H11M
Bayelsa Queens, unbeaten in the regular season and Group B leaders, continued their strong form with a narrow but deserved 1-0 victory over arch-rivals Rivers Angels — seven-time league champions.
If you need a reason to smile today, let the Bayelsa Queens show you how it’s done
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“Jackie Jackie” pic.twitter.com/5X18qOxzpc
Alaba Olabiyi gave Bayelsa the edge in the 34th minute with a well-taken finish.
Rivers Angels had a golden chance to respond early in the second half after being awarded a penalty, but Ifeoma Ikenokwalu’s effort was denied by goalkeeper Omini Mobile, who pulled off a crucial save to preserve the lead and help the Queens hold on for three valuable points.
Remo Stars stun defending champions Edo Queens with late winner
The final game of the day saw hosts Remo Stars Ladies face reigning champions Edo Queens in a tightly contested affair that lived up to its billing.
RELIVE THE MOMENT!
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88th-minute drama!
Olasubomi Ogundele’s clinical strike sealed a stunning 1-0 win for debutants Remo Stars Ladies over defending champs Edo Queens in #NWFLPremiershipSuper6 MD1!
What a way to announce your arrival!#NWFL25 #WomenFootballRising pic.twitter.com/dmutLbdOqp
Edo controlled possession but struggled to break down a disciplined Remo backline.
The deadlock remained until late in the second half when teenage sensation Olasubomi Ogundele rose to the occasion, scoring directly from a corner to hand the Sky Blue Stars a dramatic victory and a dream start to their Super Six campaign.
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