NWFL regular season ends in style as Super Six lineup and relegation battles confirmed

The curtain has officially fallen on the regular season of the NWFL Premier Leaguewith matchday 18 yielding dramatic results, late goals and decisive results in several centres.

In Lagos, FC Robo Queens completed an impressive campaign with a 2-1 victory over Nasarawa Amazons. Goals from Opeyemi Ajakaye and Oluwakemi Adegbuyi secured victory before Ayatsea Hembafan pulled one back for the visitors.

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In Ikenne, Dannaz Ladies edged out Remo Stars Ladies 3-2 in an entertaining encounter, while Edo Queens defeated Rivers Angels 2-1 in Benin City to strengthen their playoff push.

Delta Queens recorded a dominant 3-0 win over Osun Babes in Asaba, while Ahudiyannem Queens stunned Abia Angels with a narrow 1-0 away win in Aba.

Elsewhere, Ekiti Queens recorded a remarkable 1-0 victory over league leaders Bayelsa Queens thanks to an early goal from Joke Adeyemo. Sunshine Queens also ended their season on a positive note with a 2-0 win over Confluence Queens.

With the regular season concluded, the Super Six lineup is now officially confirmed. From Group A, Bayelsa Queens, Edo Queens and Rivers Angels secured qualification, while FC Robo Queens, Nasarawa Amazons and Abia Angels advanced from Group B.

The relegation scenario is also resolved. Pacesetter Queens and Naija Ratels were dropped from Group A, while Sunshine Queens, Osun Babes and Confluence Queens were dropped from Group B.

Attention now turns to the Super Six, where Nigeria’s best teams will battle for the league title and continental qualification spots.