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2025 NWFL Match Day 1: Heartland Queens suffer heartbreak against new comers, Ekiti Queens

Posted : 16 January 2025

Heartland Queens kicked off their 2024/2025 Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) campaign with a narrow 0-1 loss to the hosts, Ekiti Queens, at the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium in Ado Ekiti, Ekiti State.


The Owerri-based side showcased resilience and grit in the opening 45 minutes, keeping the home side at bay with a disciplined defensive display.


The first half ended goalless, with Heartland Queens standing tall against the Baoress Babes' wave of attacks.


However, the second half brought a shift in fortune and momentum, and the much-needed breakthrough came for the home side in the 74th minute when Olaleye Odunayo capitalized on a momentary lapse in the Owerri defense.


Her precise finish ultimately proved to be the difference in a match that had otherwise been evenly balanced.


Despite the Owerri side's coach trying to get his team back on track by introducing new attacking additions, the home side held on to finish with aplomb.


The duo of Tosin Ogundeko and Yetunde Ayantosho were brought in for Chizoba Johnson and Onyinyechi Kalu to bolster the attack, and later, Happiness Agboye replaced Emmanuella James in an effort to cancel the deficit. However, the hosts thwarted all efforts to at least earn a point.


Despite the setback, Heartland Queens showed brilliance and demonstrated the characteristic never-say-die attitude that will undoubtedly boost their morale in future matches as they head back to Owerri on Thursday.


Up next, the Owerri landladies will return to the Dan Anyiam Stadium where they will lock horns with the reigning champions, Edo Queens, in what promises to be a thrilling Match Day 2 encounter.


Edo Queens will be coming into the clash with a blistering 5-0 win against Abia Angels in the season's star match in Benin City, Edo State.


Coach Obi Ogbala’s side will look to regroup and bounce back, aiming to turn their home ground into a fortress of victories.


The team's faithful are expected to rally around the squad as they fight to secure crucial points this season.

 

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