2024/2025 NWFL Match Day 14: It's two-horse race between Robo Queens and Naija Ratels

Posted : 29 April 2025

As the 2024/25 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership regular season reaches its decisive climax, five clubs have already secured their places in the Super Six Playoffs.

Edo Queens, Nasarawa Amazons, Remo Stars Ladies, Bayelsa Queens, and Rivers Angels have all confirmed their qualification ahead of the final round of fixtures on Wednesday.

Now, with just one Super Six spot left up for grabs, attention turns to a dramatic two-horse race between Naija Ratels and FC Robo Queens. The final matchday promises tension, calculations, and high-stakes football as both sides prepare for pivotal fixtures that will decide their postseason fate.

The Race for Sixth: Who Will Join the Elite?

Naija Ratels, currently sitting third in Group A with 22 points, are in pole position heading into Matchday 14.

The Abuja-based side needs just a draw or a win to secure their second-ever Super Six appearance — the first came in their debut season back in 2022.

However, standing in their way is arguably the toughest test of the season: a showdown against the unbeaten league leaders, Bayelsa Queens, who are chasing a perfect end to their campaign.

Not only will this clash in Abuja decide the final playoff ticket, but it also presents a golden opportunity for the Ratels to end Bayelsa’s unbeaten run — and announce themselves as serious title contenders.

Robo’s Long Shot: Win First, Then Hope

Over in Lagos, FC Robo Queens face Delta Queens at the Legacy Pitch in a must-win encounter — but even victory might not be enough.

The Lagos Landladies, coached by Emmanuel Osahon, must defeat Delta Queens by a significant margin and then rely on Bayelsa Queens to beat Naija Ratels.

Any result for Ratels in Abuja — whether a draw or a win — would eliminate Robo from contention, rendering their own efforts irrelevant.

It’s a scenario that adds both pressure and uncertainty, turning the final day into a nerve-wracking waiting game for the Lagos faithful.

To make matters more daunting, FC Robo have a poor recent record against Delta Queens, having failed to beat them in their last seven league meetings — a streak that includes four draws and three losses.

What’s at Stake

Naija Ratels: A draw or win vs. Bayelsa Queens = Playoff qualification

FC Robo Queens: Must beat Delta Queens and hope Naija Ratels lose

Bayelsa Queens: Aim to complete an unbeaten regular season

Delta Queens: Already out of playoff contention, playing for pride

Final Day Drama Guaranteed

While five teams have already secured their ticket to the Super Six, Matchday 14 still promises plenty of drama and narrative tension. From Abuja to Lagos, all eyes will be on the two key fixtures that will determine the full lineup for the postseason — and potentially crown a team capable of halting Bayelsa’s dominance.

Will Naija Ratels hold their nerve against the unbeaten champions-elect? Or can FC Robo Queens pull off a late twist and sneak into the final spot?

The answers will come on Wednesday — when the final whistle blows and the top six is officially set.

2024/2025 NWFL Match Day 14: It's two-horse race between Robo Queens and Naija Ratels

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