The Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) Premiership has completed another thrilling round of fixtures in Matchday 9, showcasing fantastic individual performances and remarkable team efforts.
After a highly competitive round of fixtures, here’s the NWFL Premiership Team of the Week, showcasing the standout players across all the matches:
Formation: 4-4-2
Goalkeeper:
- Oluwakemi Adegbuyi (Robo Queens) – Her performance was nothing short of exceptional, keeping her team in top form with multiple key saves and a dominant presence at the back.
Defenders:
- Blessing Saleh (Heartland Queens) – The star defender played a crucial role in Heartland’s narrow victory over Ekiti Queens, making key clearances and stopping several attacking runs.
- Chisom Chima (Nasarawa Amazons) – Chima was solid in defense and also contributed a goal to her team’s 3-0 triumph over Dannaz Ladies, showcasing both defensive stability and attacking prowess.
- Kafayat Bashiru (Remo Stars Ladies) – Scored twice and was a rock in defense, contributing both offensively and defensively in the win against Confluence Queens.
- Oluwakemi Adegbuyi (Robo Queens) – Adegbuyi’s defensive work rate, combined with her attacking contributions, played a pivotal role in Robo Queens’ remarkable 8-1 victory.
Midfielders:
- Grace Saliu (Naija Ratels) – Saliu was instrumental in Naija Ratels’ victory over Adamawa Queens, scoring twice and controlling the midfield with composure and skill.
- Esther Moses (Edo Queens) – Moses was a key player in Edo Queens’ 2-1 victory over Abia Angels, contributing a decisive goal and being a constant threat in the final third.
- Ayowumi Omosuyi (Nasarawa Amazons) – A dominant midfield performance in the 3-0 win, Omosuyi’s technical ability and vision were evident as she scored and set up her teammates.
- Mariam Yahaya (Robo Queens) – Yahaya was a standout in Robo Queens’ massive win, scoring three goals, and was pivotal in her team’s attacking success.
Forwards:
- Opeyemi Ajakaye (Robo Queens) – Ajakaye’s performance was electric, scoring a hat-trick and assisting in her side’s resounding 8-1 win over Benue Queens.
- Chinwe Akabike (Bayelsa Queens) – Scored the match-winning goal in the dying seconds of the game, securing a 1-0 victory for Bayelsa Queens against Delta Queens.
Notable Mentions:
- Goodness Osigwe (Edo Queens) – Scored in the victory against Abia Angels, contributing to her team’s crucial win on the road.
- Mary Moses (Rivers Angels) – Her 62nd-minute goal secured a vital 1-0 win for Rivers Angels against Ibom Angels, making her the match’s standout player.
The NWFL continues to provide exciting football action week after week, and this round further proves the league’s competitiveness and high-level talent. Teams will now look to build on their results as the season progresses.
Stay tuned for more updates from the NWFL Premiership!
