Matchday 13 of the Nigeria Women Football League Premiership produced a thrilling round of fixtures, with 23 goals recorded across centres, as the race for Super Six qualification and the fight against relegation both intensified.
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With only five matches left in the regular season, the stakes are rising sharply, and teams are beginning to feel the pressure at both ends of the table.
The latest round of matches delivered a mix of dominant home displays, crucial away victories, and significant momentum shifts that could shape the final standings.
The standout performance of the matchday came from Remo Stars Ladies, who secured a commanding 5–1 victory over Osun Babes.
The emphatic win not only marked the biggest result of the round but also reinforced their growing credentials as serious contenders for a Super Six spot.
Elsewhere, Bayelsa Queens and Ahudiamhen Queens demonstrated resilience on the road, each recording narrow 1–0 victories against Pacesetter Queens and Sunshine Queens respectively. These away wins could prove vital as the competition enters its decisive phase.
In other fixtures, Abia Angels boosted their position with a convincing 2–0 win over Nasarawa Amazons, while FC Robo Queens continued their strong run with a 2–0 victory against Dannaz Ladies. Confluence Queens also claimed an important 2–1 win over Delta Queens to stay in contention.
A tightly contested encounter between Adamawa Queens and Edo Queens ended in a 1–1 draw, while Ibom Angels edged Rivers Angels 1–0 in a significant result that further reshaped the standings. Heartland Queens also secured a solid 2–0 win over Naija Ratels.
As the league heads into its final stretch, the battle for Super Six qualification is becoming increasingly competitive, with little separating teams in both groups.
At the same time, the relegation fight is intensifying, with five teams set to drop at the end of the regular season—two from Group A and three from Group B.
With momentum shifting rapidly and every point now crucial, the NWFL Premiership is set for a dramatic conclusion.
The coming weeks promise high tension, defining moments, and a fierce contest as teams push for glory or fight to secure their top-flight status.
