The second game of the opening matchday of the 2023/2024 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership Super Six will see Nasarawa Amazons face off against Heartland Queens on Saturday at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa.
Both teams were evenly matched during the regular season, each securing a narrow 1-0 victory in their home fixtures. Nasarawa Amazons claimed the first encounter with a goal from Bibiana Odoh, while Heartland Queens responded in the return leg with a decisive goal from Mary Lucky in Owerri.
Nasarawa Amazons are returning to the Super Six after missing out last season. Their previous best performance was a second-place finish in the 2021/2022 season behind Bayelsa Queens in Benin City, Edo State. Under the guidance of Christopher Danjuma, the team secured their Super Six spot with eight wins during the regular season.
Heartland Queens, on the other hand, are making their first-ever Super Six appearance. This marks a significant achievement for Obi Ogala’s team, who had a historic regular season with seven victories. The Owerri-based side is already exceeding expectations by reaching this stage of the competition.
Nasarawa Amazons will be looking to capitalize on their experience and previous success in the Super Six, while Heartland Queens will aim to continue their remarkable journey by making a strong statement in their debut appearance.
With their head-to-head record showing one win apiece and no draws, this encounter promises to be a closely contested battle, potentially setting the tone for the rest of the tournament.
Form Guide
- Nasarawa Amazons: LWWWD
- Heartland Queens: WWLWL
Head-to-Head Record
- 2023/2024:
- Nasarawa Amazons 1-0 Heartland Queens (Bibiana Odoh 45′)
- Heartland Queens 1-0 Nasarawa Amazons (Mary Lucky 84′)
- Games Played: 2
- Nasarawa Amazons Wins: 1
- Heartland Queens Wins: 1
- Draws: 0