Matchday 13 of the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) delivered high drama, late winners, and emphatic victories across the country.
Several players produced standout performances that changed the course of their matches, and the league has now revealed the nominees for Top Performer of the Matchday.
Hannah Ibrahim (Remo Stars Ladies)
She makes the list after a dominant showing in her team’s 5-1 thrashing of Osun Babes. Ibrahim opened the scoring early and returned shortly after to reinforce Remo Stars’ control of the game.
Her movement, positioning, and clinical finishing were central to one of the most commanding wins of the round, underlining her ability to influence big matches.
Uduakobong Monday Peter (Ahudiyannem Queens)
She also earns a nomination after scoring the only goal in a crucial 1-0 away victory over Sunshine Queens.
The decisive strike came in a high-pressure relegation six-pointer, highlighting her composure and impeccable timing to deliver the vital three points for her side.
Glory Edet (Bayelsa Queens) claimed the winner in a tense contest against Pacesetter Queens. Her 80th-minute freekick proved decisive, showcasing her match-winning mentality in the closing stages of a tightly fought encounter. Edet’s late heroics secured all three points and reinforced Bayelsa Queens’ rising momentum.
Mirian Okocha (Ibom Angels)
She set the tone early in the South-South derby against Rivers Angels, scoring just seven minutes into the match.
Her strike proved the match-winner in a narrow 1-0 victory, demonstrating discipline and composure in a high-intensity fixture.
Marvelous Ebube (Confluence Queens)
Rounded out the nominees after scoring in a 2-1 victory over Delta Queens. Ebube played a key role in maintaining attacking pressure, converting crucial chances, and helping her team secure an important three points in a competitive encounter.
These nominees stood out not just for their goals, but for match-defining contributions and consistent impact when it mattered most.
As the NWFL season enters its final stretch, performances like these could be decisive in both the title race and the battle to avoid relegation.
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