As the 2024/25 NWFL Premiership Super Six enters its decisive phase, the title race has intensified into a thrilling four-team contest with just two matchdays left.
The standings after Matchday 3 offer a compelling snapshot of what’s at stake:
Current Standings (After Matchday 3):
- Bayelsa Queens – 7 pts
- Nasarawa Amazons – 7 pts
- Remo Stars Ladies – 6 pts
- Edo Queens – 4 pts
- Rivers Angels – 1 pt
- Naija Ratels – 0 pt
Remaining Fixtures
Matchday 4 – Thursday, May 16
Edo Queens vs Bayelsa Queens
Rivers Angels vs Naija Ratels
Remo Stars Ladies vs Nasarawa Amazons
Matchday 5 – Saturday, May 18
Nasarawa Amazons vs Edo Queens
Remo Stars Ladies vs Rivers Angels
Bayelsa Queens vs Naija Ratels
Permutations: Who Needs What?
Bayelsa Queens (7 pts | vs Edo, Naija Ratels)
The Restoration Girls are in pole position. With two matches remaining against Edo Queens and bottom-placed Naija Ratels, Bayelsa need:
2 wins to finish on 13 points and claim the title outright.
1 win and 1 draw to reach 11 points, which could still be enough depending on other results and goal difference.
Having already drawn 1-1 with Nasarawa Amazons, their fate remains in their hands.
Nasarawa Amazons (7 pts | vs Remo Stars, Edo Queens)
The Amazons are chasing their first NWFL title in over a decade. For Nasarawa to clinch the title:
They must win both remaining matches (vs Remo and Edo) to hit 13 points, and hope Bayelsa drop points.
A win and a draw (10 pts) would only suffice if Bayelsa falter significantly.
Goal difference could come into play if both teams end up on equal points.
Remo Stars Ladies (6 pts | vs Nasarawa, Rivers Angels)
The host team remains firmly in the race. Their chances hinge on:
Winning both matches to finish on 12 points.
Crucially, they must defeat Nasarawa on Matchday 4 to leapfrog them.
They also need Bayelsa to drop points in one or both of their games.
Edo Queens (4 pts | vs Bayelsa, Nasarawa)
The Benin-based side has a mathematical chance but needs a perfect run:
Two wins will take them to 10 points.
They must beat both Bayelsa and Nasarawa, while hoping other results go their way, especially a slip-up by Remo Stars.
Who’s Out of the Race?
Rivers Angels (1 pt) and Naija Ratels (0 pts) are out of title contention. However, both teams can still influence the title outcome, especially with games against Remo Stars and Bayelsa Queens, respectively.
What to Expect
With four teams still in contention and key fixtures like Remo Stars vs Nasarawa Amazons and Edo Queens vs Bayelsa Queens coming up, Matchday 4 is likely to be decisive.
If Bayelsa win on Thursday and Nasarawa fails to beat Remo, the Restoration Girls could be crowned champions with a game to spare.
However, should both Bayelsa and Nasarawa win, the final day could witness a dramatic photo finish, possibly decided by goal difference.
Prediction:
Bayelsa Queens remain favourites, but they cannot afford to slip. Nasarawa and Remo Stars pose credible threats, while Edo Queens could still spring a surprise if results fall their way. The title race is far from over.