Abia Angels Target NWFL Glory After Federation Cup Defeat

Abia Angels FC has shifted focus to the Nigeria Women’s Football League Super Six which begins this weekend in Port-Harcourt, Rivers State.

The Umuahia Ladies last weekend lost 1-3 at the Eket Township stadium, Akwa Ibom State to Rivers Angels who booked their place in the next round of the President’s Federation Cup.

Zainab Oduga struck in the 13th minute for the Port Harcourt side, before Abasiafon Uwah doubled the lead in the 32nd minute. Ramota Karim then added a third right on the stroke of half-time to put Rivers Angels firmly in control at the break.

Abia Angels found life late as Winner David pulled one back in the 87th minute to give her side a consolation.

Speaking after the game at Eket, Abia Angels head coach coach Mario Eshalomi said his team lost to a better side, pointing out that they will now go home to intensify preparation for their NWFL super six debut.

Qualified teams for the competition include defending champions Bayelsa Queens, Edo Queens, Rivers Angels, Robo Queens, Nasarawa Amazons, and debutants Abia Angels.

The NWFL Premiership has produced four different winners in the last five editions, with Rivers Angels winning in 2021, Bayelsa Queens claiming the title in 2022 and 2025, Delta Queens triumphing in 2023, and Edo Queens emerging champions in 2024.

The league also urged participating clubs to comply with all competition regulations and directives ahead of the championship. The Super Six will determine Nigeria’s representative for the WAFU-B qualifiers for a place at the 2026 CAF Women’s Champions League and ultimately the 2027 FIFA Women’s Champions Cup.

Teams are expected to arrive on Friday, June 5, when the draw ceremony and pre-match meeting will also take place. Match days are scheduled for June 6, 8, 10, 12, and 14, with rest days in between before the tournament concludes with the trophy presentation ceremony.