A highly anticipated South-South derby awaits as Edo Queens face Bayelsa Queens on Matchday Four of the 2024/25 NWFL Premiership Super Six, with both teams aiming to strengthen their title hopes.
Edo Queens, the reigning league champions, returned to winning ways after a challenging start to the playoffs, securing a crucial 2–0 victory over Naija Ratels FC.
That result kept their hopes of retaining the league title alive, though a strong performance in this derby clash with Bayelsa Queens is vital to their aspirations.
Bayelsa Queens, meanwhile, have also been in strong form, most recently defeating Remo Stars Ladies 2–0, following earlier victories over Rivers Angels and a 1–1 draw with Nasarawa Amazons.
The Yenagoa-based side has been dominant in recent encounters, holding a superior head-to-head record over their Benin City rivals.
Head-to-Head (Last Six Meetings):
2020/21: Bayelsa Queens 3–2 Edo Queens (Joy Jerry 19′, Charity Reuben 48′, 92′ | Elizabeth Zirike 24′, 69′ PK)
2020/21 Super 6: Edo Queens 0–3 Bayelsa Queens (Zainab Olapade 20′, Juliet Sunday [brace])
2021/22 Super 6: Bayelsa Queens 2–1 Edo Queens (Gift Monday 47′, 57′ | Esther Onyenezide 72′)
2023/24: Bayelsa Queens 3–0 Edo Queens (Chinyere Igboamalu 47′, 57′, 70′)
2023/24: Edo Queens 0–0 Bayelsa Queens
2023/24 Super 6: Bayelsa Queens 1–1 Edo Queens (Zainab Olapade 49′ | Emem Essien 29′)
Total Meetings: 6
Bayelsa Queens Wins: 4
Edo Queens Wins: 0
Draws: 2
With Bayelsa Queens having dominated the head-to-head battle, Edo Queens will need a win here to remain in the title race. A victory would set up a dramatic photo finish to their playoff campaign and keep their hopes of securing back-to-back titles alive.
For Bayelsa Queens, a win would extend their unbeaten run to 17 league matches and reinforce their determination to claim a first title since 2022.
The Prosperity Girls will be keen to maintain their impressive form and make a strong statement in this derby clash.
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