Bayelsa Queens Target First Win
Holders Bayelsa Queens and Nasarawa Amazons will renew their rivalry on matchday two of the Nigeria Women Football League, NWFL, Super Six playoff, Completesports.com reports.
Bayelsa Queens were held to a 1-1 draw by Abia Angels in their opening fixture on Saturday.
Recent history between both sides suggests a closely contested battle, with Bayelsa Queens holding a slight edge in recent meetings, including two wins in the last four encounters. Their most recent Super Six clash ended in a 1-1 draw.
With both sides eyeing early control of the standings, this fixture could shape the direction of their title ambitions.
Bayelsa Queens remain one of the most consistent sides in the competition, with two wins, two draws and one defeat in their last five matches.
Rivers Angels Seek To Maintain Winning Run
Former champions Rivers Angels will look to build on their impressive opening day 3-2 win over Robo Queens when they on Abia Angels.
Super Six debutants Abia Angels debutants held defending champions Bayelsa Queens to a 1-1 draw in their first game.
The Abia side have shown fighting spirit but remain inconsistent, with just one win in their last five league matches, alongside two draws and two defeats.
Historically, Rivers Angels hold the upper hand in this fixture, with two wins in previous meetings, although their most recent league encounter ended goalless in the 2021/22 season.
A victory for the Port Harcourt club would strengthen their early title charge, while Abia Angels will be desperate to announce themselves on the Super Six stage.
Robo Queens, Edo Queens Battle For Redemption
In another fixture, FC Robo Queens and Edo Queens will be desparate to record first win of the competition.
Robo Queens fell 3-2 to Rivers Angels in their first game, while Edo Queens lost 1-0 to Nasarawa Amazons.
Edo Queens have recorded two wins, two draws and one defeat in their last five games and remain strong contenders for the title.
Robo Queens have been in solid form overall, winning three of their last five matches, with only two defeats, and will be eager to convert performances into points.
