Ikenne, Ogun State – The stage is set for an electrifying 2025 NWFL Super Six championship as defending champions Edo Queens FC touched down in Ikenne, oozing confidence ahead of Saturday’s tournament opener.
The Benin-based warriors, fresh off a dominant 2023/24 NWFL Premiership season, are poised to launch their title defense at Remo International Sports Stadium with the same ferocity that saw them crowned last season’s champions after losing just one match (to Rivers Angels) in the entire Super Six campaign.
Having represented Nigeria at both the WAFU-B tournament (where they triumphed in Côte d’Ivoire) and the CAF Women’s Champions League (narrowly losing to Morocco’s experienced AS FAR), Edo Queens arrive as the tournament’s most battle-tested side. Their transformation into a continental contender has made them the team to beat – a fact not lost on their five rivals.
Boasting enhanced government support and riding high from their stellar regular season performance, the squad has vowed to “recreate the 2024 Bayelsa magic.” Team captain Adanna Nwachukwu told reporters: “We respect every opponent, but we’ve come to Ikenne for business. Each match is a final for us.”
With the official draw set for Friday, May 9, all eyes are on potential heavyweight clashes. The other five contenders – including familiar foes Rivers Angels and Bayelsa Queens – know defeating the Benin Arsenal requires near-perfect performances.
Local businesses in Ikenne are already buzzing with increased activity as fans begin arriving for what promises to be Nigeria’s most competitive women’s football showcase yet. The opening whistle blows Saturday, May 10 at 4 PM.
