NWFL Super 6: Title race wide open as three teams can still become champion on final day

NWFL Super 6: Title race wide open as three teams can still become champion on final day

Hassan Abdulsalam 06:45 - 25.05.2024

The NWFL Premiership Super Six is now wide open as Edo Queens lead with nine points, followed closely by Rivers Angels and Bayelsa Queens with eight points.

The NWFL Premiership Super Six is reaching a fever pitch as Matchday Four delivered contrasting results, setting the stage for a dramatic final day that will decide the champion.

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Bayelsa Queens held, Title Hopes Dented

Bayelsa Queens stumbled in their title chase, drawing 0-0 with Heartland Queens.

Bayelsa Queens couldn't find the breakthrough, leaving their title aspirations hanging in the balance; the final match against Edo Queens will be a winner-take-all clash, with the outcome of the Rivers Angels vs. Heartland Queens also impacting their fate.

Rivers Angels Soar with Okuchukwu Double

After Bayelsa Queens played out a draw, Rivers Angels were back to winning ways, securing a crucial 2-0 victory over Confluence Queens.

Chiamaka Okuchukwu emerged as the heroine, netting a second-half brace for the Jewel of Rivers, who dominated the first half but were frustrated by some good goalkeeping by Confluence Queens' shot-stopper.

However, Okuchukwu's opportunism after a rebound in the 68th minute broke the deadlock. She added another goal in the 89th minute to seal the win.

The 2-0 win puts Rivers Angels in a strong position heading into their final match against Heartland Queens.

Edo Queens Climb to Top After Narrow Win

Edo Queens have their captain, Suliat Abideen, to thank after her strike in the 81st minute proved to be the difference maker in their title challenge, grinding out a hard-fought 1-0 win over Nasarawa Amazons.

Title Race Wide Open: All to Play For on Final day

The NWFL Premiership Super Six is now wide open as Edo Queens lead with nine points, followed closely by Rivers Angels and Bayelsa Queens on eight points.

Confluence Queens with three points, Heartland Queens with two points, and Nasarawa Amazons with two points to complete the standings on the log.

The final day could serve plenty of drama, as all three top contenders are still in the running to lift the title.

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