The 2024/25 NWFL Premiership Super Six ended in stunning fashion on Saturday as Bayelsa Queens were crowned NWFL Super Six champions after dismantling Naija Ratels 4-1 on the final day of the playoffs.
It was a historic climax to the season, with four teams—Bayelsa Queens, Nasarawa Amazons, Edo Queens, and Remo Stars Ladies—entering the final round with a realistic shot at winning the title, Footballrover reports.
Every goal and every decision carried immense weight in what became one of the tightest finishes in NWFL history.
Bayelsa Queens rise as Naija Ratels collapse
Defending champions Edo Queens faced off against a determined Nasarawa Amazons side, who needed just a win to clinch their first title since 2017.
Sitting on eight points from four matches, the Amazons had been the most consistent throughout the playoffs, boasting two wins and two draws.
Edo Queens, with two wins, a draw, and a loss, came into the game needing a win—but even that wouldn’t guarantee them the crown without favourable results elsewhere.
Their clash ended in disappointment for both sides. A red card to Nasarawa captain Josephine Mathias in the 74th minute didn’t tilt the game in Edo’s favour.
Despite having the numerical advantage, they failed to capitalise, and the game ended 0-0—handing a lifeline to the eventual champions.
NWFL Super Six winners crowned after goal-filled showdown
At another venue, Remo Stars Ladies took on Rivers Angels, hoping to mark their debut Super Six appearance with a fairytale finish.
However, the Jewels of Rivers had other plans. Titilayo Aweda struck twice—once in the ninth minute and again just after the break—before Aishat Animashaun pulled one back for the Sky Blue Stars ladies in the 70th minute.
The game ended 2-1 in favour of the Garden City Angels, pushing Remo Stars down to fifth place.
Then came the decisive performance from Bayelsa Queens. Knowing only a convincing win and favourable results could deliver the title, they stormed into action.
Vera Samuel broke the deadlock 27 minutes in, only for Naija Ratels to equalise on the stroke of halftime via Itunu Adeshina.
But Bayelsa came out swinging after the break. Cynthia Mega restored the lead a minute into the second half.
From there, the Prosperity Girls added two more goals as Vera scored a quick-fire brace in the space of six minutes to complete her hat-trick and nail the victory for the south-south queens.
That ultimately sealed a dramatic 4-1 win that catapulted them to the top of the table—and back to glory as NWFL Super Six winners, their first title since the 2021/22 season.
Final NWFL Super Six Table:
– Bayelsa Queens – 10 pts
– Nasarawa Amazons – 9 pts
– Edo Queens – 8 pts
– Rivers Angels – 7 pts
– Remo Stars Ladies – 7 pts
– Naija Ratels – 0 pts
Bayelsa Queens have reclaimed their place at the summit of Nigerian women’s football, rising above expectations and delivering when it mattered most.
Their emphatic final-day performance proved they are worthy NWFL Super Six champions. They are now six-time champions and will represent the country in continental football.
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