2026 President Federation Cup: Bayelsa Queens, Edo Queens face tricky Round of 32 tests

Posted : 20 May 2026

Nigeria Women Football League sides will face stern tests as the women’s Round of 32 of the 2026 President Federation Cup takes centre stage across different centres on Monday, May 25.

Former champions Bayelsa Queens headline the fixtures with a tough encounter against Pacesetter Queens in Awka, while Edo Queens will confront Lagos-based Ghetto Tigers in Akure in another highly anticipated clash.

At the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu, Ibom Angels and Fortress Ladies are expected to produce one of the standout fixtures of the round as both sides battle for a place in the last 16.

In Makurdi, Rivers Angels will square up against NAF Queens, while FC Robo Queens take on Rangers Women in Benin City.

Naija Ratels will also seek passage into the next round when they face Mighty Jets Mata in Lafia, as Remo Stars Ladies battle Onimarg FC in Ibadan.

Elsewhere, Delta Queens will trade tackles with Royal Queens in Akure, Sunshine Queens confront Solo Wonders in Awka, and Nasarawa Amazons face Osklean FC in Enugu.

With several Nigeria Women Football League clubs involved, fans are expected to witness intense contests as teams continue their quest for silverware in the country’s oldest domestic cup competition.

Women’s President Federation Cup Round of 32 Fixtures

Rivers Angels Vs NAF Queens – Makurdi (4pm)

Abia Angels Vs Ikukuoma Queens – Enugu (4pm)

FC Robo Queens Vs Rangers Women – Benin City (4pm)

Remo Stars Ladies Vs Onimarg FC – Ibadan (4pm)

Ahudiannem Queens Vs Moje Queens – Asaba (4pm)

Heartland Queens Vs Dragon Fury Ladies – Benin City (1pm)

Ibom Angels Vs Fortress Ladies – Enugu (1pm)

Pacesetter Queens Vs Bayelsa Queens – Awka (1pm)

Osun Babes Vs Plateau United Queens – Anyigba (4pm)

Sunshine Queens Vs Solo Wonders – Awka (4pm)

Confluence Queens Vs Gallant Queens – Minna (4pm)

Fuoye Queens Vs Esthington FC – Asaba (1pm)

Delta Queens Vs Royal Queens – Akure (4pm)

Edo Queens Vs Ghetto Tigers – Akure (1pm)

Naija Ratels Vs Mighty Jets Mata – Lafia (4pm)

Osklean FC Vs Nasarawa Amazons – Enugu (10am)

These highly anticipated matchups promise to deliver exceptional football action as top-tier clubs fight to secure their path forward. Fans across the designated centers can look forward to high stakes and intense rivalries as the tournament progresses. The results from this round will ultimately shape the landscape for the rest of the women's competition.

Betting Predictions

Pacesetter Queens vs Bayelsa Queens

Bayelsa Queens to Win: As former champions and top-tier NWFL heavyweight powerhouses, Bayelsa Queens carry too much pedigree and tournament experience for Pacesetter Queens to handle.
Over 1.5 Bayelsa Queens Goals: Expect the former champions to assert their dominance early in Awka and find the back of the net at least twice.

Edo Queens vs Ghetto Tigers

Edo Queens to Win (Handicap -1): Edo Queens enter this matchup as heavy favorites against the Lagos-based Ghetto Tigers. A comfortable, multi-goal victory for the NWFL side is highly likely in Akure.
Clean Sheet for Edo Queens: The defensive structure of top-flight Edo Queens should prove too difficult to break down for the lower-tier underdogs.

Ibom Angels vs Fortress Ladies

Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Slated as one of the standout, most balanced fixtures of the round in Enugu, both sides possess enough attacking threat to get themselves on the scoresheet.
Over 2.5 Goals: With both teams pushing hard for a definitive place in the Round of 16, this could easily open up into a high-scoring, end-to-end affair.

Rivers Angels vs NAF Queens

Rivers Angels to Win at Halftime: Rivers Angels are notorious for their aggressive tournament starts. Expect them to take full control of the possession and lead before the break in Makurdi.

With several elite NWFL clubs looking to avoid a giant-killing, these knockout cup ties promise high stakes, tactical battles, and plenty of goal-scoring opportunities. Check here for betting odds.