Heartland Queens head coach Obi Ogbala has described his side’s 3–1 victory over Bayelsa Queens in their Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership clash as a major boost to their Super Six qualification aims.
The Group A encounter at the Dan Anyiam Stadium saw Heartland overturn an early deficit to claim all three points in a match that keeps their hopes alive in the title‑race format.
Bayelsa opened the scoring early through Olabiyi, but Heartland responded when Oluebube Umejiaku equalised before the break. Victory Odanlumen put the hosts ahead after the interval, and Umejiaku completed her brace to seal the 3–1 win.
Ogbala praised his players for their resilience and said the victory dedicated to Imo State’s 50th anniversary celebrations will give the squad confidence as they target progression to the Super Six playoffs.
Editorial
This result marked a significant moment for Heartland Queens in the 2025/26 NWFL season, ending Bayelsa Queens’ strong run and proving the competitive nature of Group A. Overcoming an early setback underlines the team’s character and demonstrates how opportunities can shift quickly in women’s league football.
For Bayelsa Queens traditionally among the league’s strongest sides and defending champions the defeat could be an early reminder that maintaining consistency is crucial in the race to reach the Super Six. Meanwhile, Heartland’s commitment and tactical reaction after going behind will be applauded by their fans and offers encouragement for upcoming fixtures.
As the NWFL Premiership heads deeper into the season, every result will carry weight toward Super Six qualification and potential title ambitions. Heartland’s performance here should resonate with supporters who see this win as a turning point.
Did You Know?
- Heartland Queens beat Bayelsa Queens 3–1 in a key NWFL Group A fixture.
- Bayelsa took an early lead, but Heartland scored three unanswered goals to win.
- Oluebube Umejiaku scored twice, including the equaliser and the goal to seal the victory.
- The win keeps Heartland Queens’ Super Six hopes alive in the 2025/26 NWFL Premiership.
- Heartland dedicated the victory to celebrations of Imo State’s 50th anniversary.
