2024 NWFL Premiership Super Six: Edo Queens target resounding victory over Nasarawa Amazons

Posted : 24 May 2024

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In a tightly contested battle, Edo Queens and Nasarawa Amazons are set to face off in the final game of Matchday 4 of the 2023/2024 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership Super Six at the Samson Siasia Stadium, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.

The Benin City-based side is currently one point behind league leaders Bayelsa Queens. With two games left, they are in strong contention for the title.

Moses Aduku’s team has secured two wins out of three matches, defeating Confluence Queens and Heartland Queens. However, they suffered a setback with a 2-1 loss to Rivers Angels.

Edo Queens aim to regain momentum and keep their title hopes alive with a crucial victory against Nasarawa Amazons.

Nasarawa Amazons are yet to win a game in the Super Six, having drawn two matches against Heartland Queens and Rivers Angels, and narrowly lost to Bayelsa Queens.

The two-time league champions have struggled to find their form, with their most recent match ending in a last-minute 1-0 loss to Bayelsa Queens. They will be looking to secure their first win in the Super Six and climb up the standings.

Head to Head

The encounters between these two sides have historically been competitive, with both teams sharing four wins each from their last eight meetings. No draws have been recorded, indicating a clear winner in each match.

2014 NWPL:

Edo Queens 1-0 Nasarawa Amazons

Nasarawa Amazons 1-0 Edo Queens

2020/2021 NWFL Premiership:

Edo Queens 1-0 Nasarawa Amazons
(Goal: Elizabeth Zirike)

2021/2022 NWFL Premiership:

Edo Queens 2-1 Nasarawa Amazons
(Goals: Yemisi Samuel, Akudo Ogbonna; Mercy Idoko)

Nasarawa Amazons 2-0 Edo Queens
(Goals: Chimeberem Opara, Tarnum Dooshima)

2022 NWFL Premiership Super Six:

Edo Queens 0-1 Nasarawa Amazons
(Goal: Dooshima Tarnum, penalty)

2022/2023 NWFL Premiership:

Nasarawa Amazons 1-0 Edo Queens
(Goal: Ayatsea Hembafan)

Edo Queens 3-2 Nasarawa Amazons
(Goals: Yemisi Samuel, Suliat Abideen, Fajobi Yetunde; Dominance Odubanjo, Aweda Titilayo)

Overall Record:

Games Played: 8

Edo Queens Wins: 4

Nasarawa Amazons Wins: 4

Draws: 0

Edo Queens: A win will keep them in the race for the title and potentially place them at the top of the table depending on other match results, particularly the clash between Bayelsa Queens and Heartland Queens.

Nasarawa Amazons: Securing their first win in the Super Six could significantly boost their standing and morale, potentially upsetting the balance at the top of the table.

This match promises to be a gripping encounter as both Edo Queens and Nasarawa Amazons have a lot at stake. Edo Queens will be pushing to stay in the title race, while Nasarawa Amazons will be desperate to break their winless streak in the Super Six.

Given their history of competitive matches, fans can expect a fiercely contested game with no clear favorite.

2024 NWFL Premiership Super Six: Edo Queens target resounding victory over Nasarawa Amazons

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