Edo Queens have been awarded N10 million after being crowned champions of the Nigerian Women Football League NWFL Super Six. This marks their first championship title in the clubโs history, achieved under the leadership of coach Moses Aduku. The team secured the title with 10 points from 10 games.
In addition to the prize money, Edo Queens will represent Nigeria in the CAF Womenโs Champions League next season. The runners up, Rivers Angels, who were the previous seasonโs champions, will receive N5 million, while third-place Bayelsa Queens will be awarded N3 million.
Editorial
The triumph of Edo Queens in the NWFL Super Six is a significant milestone for the club and womenโs football in Nigeria. This victory not only highlights the determination and skill of the players but also underscores the growing recognition and support for womenโs sports in the country.
As a community, we take immense pride in the achievements of Edo Queens. Their journey to the top, marked by hard work, strategic gameplay, and unwavering resolve, serves as an inspiration to aspiring athletes across Nigeria. Coach Moses Adukuโs leadership has been pivotal, fostering a team spirit that has driven the Queens to this historic win.
Winning the Super Six and the accompanying N10 million prize is more than just a financial reward. It is a testament to the progress and potential of womenโs football. The opportunity to represent Nigeria in the CAF Womenโs Champions League elevates this achievement further, placing Edo Queens on an international stage where they can showcase their talent and bring glory to the nation.
We must continue to support and invest in womenโs sports, ensuring that achievements like these are not anomalies but the standard. The success of Edo Queens should galvanize stakeholders to provide more resources, training facilities, and exposure to womenโs football, ensuring a brighter future for the sport.
Looking ahead, we are confident that Edo Queens will continue to build on this success, setting new benchmarks and inspiring future generations of female footballers. Their victory is a reminder of what can be achieved with dedication and support, and it calls for a collective effort to sustain and grow womenโs football in Nigeria.
Did You Know?
- The Nigerian Womenโs Football League NWFL Super Six is a tournament that determines the national champions in Nigerian womenโs football.
- The CAF Womenโs Champions League is the premier womenโs club football competition in Africa, similar to the menโs CAF Champions League.
- Edo Queensโ victory in the Super Six marks the first championship in their history, reflecting their remarkable progress in recent years.
- Coach Moses Aduku has been instrumental in transforming Edo Queens into championship contenders, emphasizing tactical discipline and teamwork.
- Rivers Angels, the runners up, has been one of the most successful clubs in Nigerian womenโs football, frequently competing at the top level.