The 2025/26 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership season kicked off on Wednesday, November 26, delivering excitement across all nine venues as teams opened their campaigns with goals, late drama, and impressive individual performances. From Lagos to Lafia, Makurdi, Owerri, and Yenagoa, Matchday One showcased the competitiveness that defines Nigeria’s elite women’s football league.
Across the nine games played, fans witnessed 28 goals, two goalless draws, and several comeback performances, signaling a fiercely contested season ahead.
One of the most dramatic fixtures unfolded in Lagos, where Dannaz Ladies edged Osun Babes 3–2 in a five-goal thriller. The match featured late strikes, including an 89th-minute winner from Ajoke Akinbo, sealing a memorable victory for the Lagos-based Club.
In Yenagoa, Bayelsa Queens showed grit and quality, defeating Edo Queens 3–2 in another entertaining match decided in the final minute. Goals from Janet Akekoromowei and Blessing Ilvieda helped the Prosperity Girls come from behind to secure all three points.
Owerri also witnessed a comeback as Heartland Queens overturned an early deficit to beat Ekiti Queens 2–1, powered by goals from Chizoba Johnson and Emmanuella James.
In Lafia, former champions Nasarawa Amazons impressed with a 2–1 win over Delta Queens, showing efficiency in front of goal and strong defensive structure.
Meanwhile, FC Robo Queens showed their familiarity with tight games, securing a narrow but decisive 1–0 away victory over Sunshine Queens courtesy of Marvellous Oladuni.
Adamawa Queens also recorded a comfortable 2–0 win against debutants Pacesetter Queens, marking a strong start to their title aspirations.
Two games ended goalless as Naija Ratels vs Ibom Angels and Ahudiyannem Queens vs Remo Stars Ladies played out scoreless draws. Despite the lack of goals, both matches displayed tactical discipline and impressive defensive organisation.
In Iyamho, Confluence Queens and Abia Angels battled to a 2–2 draw in one of the most competitive fixtures of the day, with both sides exchanging goals in an intense midfield war.
MATCHDAY ONE: KEY STATISTICS
Total Matches Played:
9 games
Total Goals Scored:
28 goals across all fixtures
Highest-Scoring Matches:
Dannaz Ladies 3–2 Osun Babes
Bayelsa Queens 3–2 Edo Queens
Number of Comeback Wins:
3 comeback victories
Dannaz Ladies
Heartland Queens
Bayelsa Queens
Clean Sheets Recorded:
6 teams kept clean sheets
Naija Ratels
Ibom Angels
Remo Stars Ladies
Ahudiyannem Queens
FC Robo Queens
Adamawa Queens
Away Wins:
1 away victory
FC Robo Queens (1–0 over Sunshine Queens)
Draws:
3 draws
Two 0–0 draws
One 2–2 draw
Late Goals (80th minute onwards):
5 late goals across the matchday
The opening round has already shown that the 2025/26 NWFL Premiership season will be fast-paced, unpredictable, and competitive across both groups. Newcomers like Ahudiyannem Queens proved they are ready for the big stage, while established sides such as Bayelsa Queens, Nasarawa Amazons, and Adamawa Queens delivered strong statements.
With Matchday Two around the corner, fans can expect even more intensity as teams settle into the season and battle for early dominance.
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