Key Victories Shape Standings in NWFL Matchday 15

Key Victories Shape Standings in NWFL Matchday 15

By Niyi Busari 

Matchday 15 of the NWFL Premiership delivered a blend of decisive victories, late-match drama, and closely contested fixtures across multiple venues on Wednesday, as teams continued their push for crucial points in the closing stages of the season, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

In Lagos, Robo Queens secured a vital 2–0 win over Abia Angels, with both goals arriving late in the game. Rodiat Yusuf broke the deadlock in the 86th minute before Opeyemi Ajakaye sealed the result deep into stoppage time, ensuring maximum points for the hosts.

Ekiti Queens also recorded a comfortable 2–0 victory against Pacesetter Queens in Ado Ekiti. Joke Adeyemi opened the scoring shortly after the restart, while Winifred Eyebhoria converted a late penalty to confirm the win.

At Ikenne, Remo Stars Ladies were held to a 1–1 draw by Sunshine Queens in a balanced encounter. Victory Lucky gave the visitors the lead in the 30th minute, but Kadijat Anifowoshe restored parity early in the second half.

A highly anticipated clash in Port Harcourt between Rivers Angels and Bayelsa Queens ended goalless, with both sides unable to find a breakthrough despite creating chances.

Edo Queens maintained their strong form with a 2–0 win over Naija Ratels in Benin City. Esther Inyang opened the scoring in the first half, while Atume Doosuur added a late second to secure the victory.

Dannaz Ladies edged Confluence Queens 1–0 in Iyahmo, courtesy of a second-half strike from Fatimoh Solaty, while Osun Babes claimed a narrow 1–0 win over Nasarawa Amazons in Ile-Ogbo, with Sharon Shomuyiwa scoring the decisive goal in the 32nd minute.

In Asaba, Delta Queens defeated Ahudiyannem Queens 2–1 in a tightly contested fixture. Olaitan Oladiti gave the hosts the lead before Mary Lucky equalized for the visitors. However, Chika Idika struck late to hand Delta Queens all three points.

Meanwhile, the match between Ibom Angels and Heartland Queens was suspended in the 55th minute due to heavy rainfall, with the score at 0–0. The fixture is scheduled to resume on Thursday morning.

As the season progresses, the results from Matchday 15 continue to shape the league standings, with teams battling intensely for positioning at both ends of the table.