Nine-time champions Delta Queens will be under pressure to respond heading into the final round of the regular season, after rivals Nasarawa Amazons and Abia Angels secured early qualification for the NWFL Premiership Super Six.
Delta Queens, one of the most decorated sides in Nigerian women’s football, now face a tense finish as the race for the remaining Super Six slots intensifies.
With expectations always high around the Asaba-based club, their fans will be hoping the team can rise to the occasion and avoid missing out on the title-deciding stage.
Nasarawa Amazons confirmed their place in style with a 2–1 comeback victory over Sunshine Queens in Lafia.
The visitors took an early lead, but the Amazons responded with determination as Bibiana Odoh netted twice in quick succession to turn the game around.
The win not only secured qualification but also highlighted their experience and resilience as last season’s runners-up prepare for another title push.
For Abia Angels, the achievement marks a historic breakthrough.
The club has qualified for the Super Six for the first time, improving on last season’s near miss.
Their consistency throughout the campaign has been rewarded, underlining their steady rise among Nigeria’s top women’s teams.
With two teams already through, attention now shifts to clubs like Delta Queens, who must deliver in their final fixtures to keep their championship hopes alive.
The Super Six will ultimately determine the NWFL Premiership winner, making qualification crucial for any side with title ambitions.
As the regular season draws to a close, all eyes will be on Delta Queens to see whether they can uphold their legacy or face the disappointment of missing out on the decisive stage.
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