The 2025 President Federation Cup is heating up, and two formidable forces—Edo Queens FC and Heartland Queens FC—have stormed into the quarterfinals with commanding performances that left their opponents reeling and fans clamoring for more.
At the Johnson Mobolaji Stadium in Lagos, trophy-hungry Edo Queens proved why they are among the top contenders for this year’s crown, overpowering Osun Babes in a thrilling Round of 16 encounter.
The Benin-based side, still smarting from a quarterfinal exit last year, came out with renewed fire, dictating the pace and showing dominance from the first whistle.
Emem Essien fired the opening salvo in the 11th minute with a composed finish, before Mamudu Mary doubled the advantage just six minutes later with a moment of brilliance.
The star-studded Edo squad—featuring Chioma Moses, Esther Inyang, Morufa Ademola, Goodness Osigwe, and Uroko Valentina—was simply too much for the Osun ladies, sealing the match with an emphatic 3-0 victory.
With their eyes firmly set on a historic double this season, the defending NWFL champions have vowed to give everything for the prestigious Federation Cup trophy. Next up, the Benin Queens head to Ikenne on Sunday for the Super Six showdown, brimming with confidence and chasing continental dreams.
Meanwhile, at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, Heartland Queens of Owerri delivered a masterclass performance, dismantling Onimarg FC of Ondo in a one-sided affair that ended 5-0.
The Owerri Landladies showcased attacking flair and clinical finishing, with Emmanuella James scoring a brace, while captain Chimebere Opara added her name to the scoresheet.
A defensive error led to an own goal under pressure from Umejiaku Oluebube, who also provided a key assist. Chiwendu Orji capped the rout with a late strike, as Heartland marched into the last eight in style.
Coach Obi Ogbala praised his team’s performance and extended gratitude to Imo State Governor Senator Hope Uzodimma for his unwavering support, dedicating the victory to him.
With both Edo Queens and Heartland Queens in blistering form, the 2025 Federation Cup promises fireworks as the race to the final intensifies.
Who will lift the crown? One thing is certain—these Queens mean business.
