The 2024/2025 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) season kicked off on January 15, 2025, with electrifying matchday one fixtures that set the tone for a competitive season.

Defending champions Edo Queens delivered a resounding statement of intent, thrashing Abia Angels 5-0 in Benin, while other matches across the country showcased drama, late goals, and stunning results.

Edo Queens Dominate Abia Angels

Edo Queens, the reigning NWFL champions, made a spectacular start to their title defense with a commanding performance.

Goals from Miracle Usani, Emem Essien, Goodness Osigwe, Loveth Edet, and Kafayat Mafisere left Abia Angels reeling in a one-sided contest.

The Queens’ ruthless display reaffirmed their status as the team to beat this season.

Matchday One Highlights

Bayelsa Queens snatched a dramatic 1-0 win over Delta Queens with Sefiat Idris scoring a 94th-minute winner in a fiercely contested derby.

Rivers Angels overcame Ibom Angels 2-1 in a match defined by two own goals. Ifeoma Ikenokwalu’s decisive strike secured victory after Joy Michael’s mistake had leveled the game.

Ekiti Queens began their campaign with a narrow 1-0 victory over Heartland Queens, thanks to Odunayo Olaleye’s 74th-minute effort.

Remo Stars Ladies made a statement with a 3-1 away win against Confluence Queens. Goals from Idayat Olanrewaju, Olasubomi Ogundele, and Oluwaseyi Arubo sealed an impressive debut outing.

Nasarawa Amazons left it late to secure a 1-0 victory over Dannaz Ladies, with Shola Shobowale delivering the decisive strike in the dying moments.

Adamawa Queens and Naija Ratels shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw. Tunmininu Adeshina’s opener for Adamawa was quickly canceled out by Injimaco Mnunenge’s equalizer for the visitors.

Robo Queens dismantled Benue Queens 5-1 in an emphatic away win. Tosin Rafiu’s brace and strikes from Favour Nkwocha, Annastasia Emefo, Kemi Adegbuyi, and Mariam Yahaya highlighted their dominance.

Matchday 1 Results at a Glance

Bayelsa Queens 1-0 Delta Queens
Rivers Angels 2-1 Ibom Angels
Ekiti Queens 1-0 Heartland Queens
Confluence Queens 1-3 Remo Stars Ladies
Nasarawa Amazons 1-0 Dannaz Ladies
Adamawa Queens 1-1 Naija Ratels
Edo Queens 5-0 Abia Angels
Benue Queens 1-5 Robo Queens
With matchday one concluded, the 2024/2025 NWFL season promises intense battles, surprise outcomes, and thrilling performances.