WAFU Cup :NWFL Congratulates Edo Queens

WAFU Cup :NWFL Congratulates Edo Queens
WAFU Cup :NWFL Congratulates Edo Queens

The Chairperson of the Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL), Ms. Nkechi Obi, has commended Edo Queens FC for their outstanding performance in the CAF Women’s Champions League – WAFU Zone B qualifiers.

Edo Queens secured their spot in the semifinals after finishing at the top of their group with a flawless record on Saturday and the NWFL boss has expressed her excitement over their remarkable run.

“On behalf of the NWFL board, I want to congratulate Edo Queens on reaching the semifinals. I am proud of their performance so far,” Obi stated.

“They have shown true character and determination in this tournament. Their excellent run also justifies their domestic season title triumph. I am confident they will continue to make Nigeria and the NWFL proud as they progress further.”


The Benin Arsenals’ unbeaten streak was highlighted by a 1-0 victory over Omnisports Etincelle, with Joy Jerry’s first-half goal sealing the win. The reigning Nigeria Premier League Champions kicked off their campaign in Abidjan, Cote D’Ivoire, with a commanding 5-0 win over AS Garde National of Niger Republic, followed by a 3-0 triumph against Ghana’s Hasaacas Ladies.

Edo Queens finished the group stage with nine points, scoring nine goals without conceding any. They will face D’Abidjan in the semifinals at Stade De La Paix in Bouake on Tuesday .

The winner of the WAFU-B zonal qualifiers will represent the zone in the finals of the CAF Women’s Champions League later this year.

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