As the 2024/25 NWFL Premiership Super Six reaches its dramatic conclusion, Bayelsa Queens must do more than just win against Naija Ratels—they must also hope that other results swing their way if they are to lift the title for the first time since 2021/22.
Currently in the mix with Remo Stars Ladies, Edo Queens, and table leaders Nasarawa Amazons, the Prosperity Girls know that a win alone may not be enough. For them to emerge as champions, they must:
- Win against Naija Ratels
- Hope for draws or favorable goal margins in the other two fixtures involving Nasarawa, Edo Queens, and Remo Stars Ladies
A big-margin win could also crown them champions regardless of the outcomes elsewhere, depending on goal difference. It’s a tall order—but not impossible.
After seeing their impressive 17-match unbeaten run snapped by Edo Queens earlier in the Super Six, Ogonda Whyte’s side must regroup quickly and put in a dominant performance against a plucky Naija Ratels team that has proven hard to break down.
Recent Form
- Bayelsa Queens: W-D-W-L (7 points)
- Naija Ratels: Still winless in the Super Six
Head-to-Head History – One-Sided Rivalry
Bayelsa Queens have enjoyed a clear upper hand in this fixture, winning four of the last six meetings.
Naija Ratels have never defeated them, though they’ve held their own with two draws, including a goalless encounter in the penultimate regular season game that secured their Super Six qualification.
Key Meetings:
- 2025 Fed Cup R32: Bayelsa Queens 2-1 Naija Ratels
- 2024/25 NWFL: Naija Ratels 0-0 Bayelsa Queens
- 2024/25 NWFL: Bayelsa Queens 2-1 Naija Ratels
- 2022/23: Bayelsa Queens 3-1 Naija Ratels
- 2022/23: Naija Ratels 1-1 Bayelsa Queens
- 2021/22 Super 6: Naija Ratels 0-4 Bayelsa Queens
Head-to-Head Summary
- Games Played: 6
- Bayelsa Queens Wins: 4
- Naija Ratels Wins: 0
- Draws: 2
What’s at Stake?
- Bayelsa Queens:
- Win + Draws in other matches = Champions
- Big win + minor wins elsewhere = Possible Champions
- Naija Ratels:
- No title aspirations, but a win would be their first-ever over Bayelsa and a major statement
With history on their side but pressure on their shoulders, Bayelsa Queens will need to deliver a performance worthy of champions — and then watch the scoreboard. Can the Prosperity Girls turn hope into history?