The 2025/26 Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) Premiership resumed in emphatic fashion on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, as Matchday Five delivered nine fixtures across the country, producing four away victories and reaffirming the league’s growing competitiveness.

In Lagos, FC Robo Queens maintained their flawless start to the season with a slim but crucial 1–0 win over debutants Ahudiyannem Queens. Opeyemi Ajakaye struck within seconds of kick-off, a goal that proved decisive as the Lagos-based side recorded a fifth straight victory—the longest active winning streak in the league. Ahudiyannem Queens, meanwhile, are still searching for their maiden NWFL Premiership win.

Away from home, Osun Babes secured a vital 1–0 triumph over Confluence Queens in Iyahmo, deepening the hosts’ early-season struggles. Naimot Kazeem’s 62nd-minute strike sealed maximum points for the visitors.

Former champions Rivers Angels underlined their resurgence with an emphatic 3–0 away victory against Adamawa Queens in Makwada. Forward Abasiofon Uwah stole the spotlight with a second-half hat-trick, becoming the first player this season to score three goals in a single match.

In Ikenne, Nasarawa Amazons handed Remo Stars Ladies their first defeat of the campaign, grinding out a 1–0 win at the Remo Stars Stadium. Ayatsea Hembafan’s 11th-minute effort—striking the post before crossing the line—was enough to settle the contest.

Abia Angels also enjoyed success on the road, claiming a 2–0 victory over Sunshine Queens, with goals from Ekezie Onyedikachi and Winner David ensuring a comfortable outcome.

Home advantage counted in Asaba, where Delta Queens defeated Dannaz Ladies 2–0, courtesy of goals from Amarachukwu Onuorah and Rita Tsebee.

Defending champions Bayelsa Queens edged a closely fought South-South derby, beating Ibom Angels 2–1. First-half goals from Kesiena Ojiyovwi and Janet Akekeromowei proved decisive, despite a spirited second-half response from Helen David.

Elsewhere, Ekiti Queens, playing at their adopted home ground in Abeokuta, recorded a 1–0 win over Naija Ratels FC, with Ismail Zainab netting the winner in the 73rd minute.

The only drawn game of the round came in Ibadan, where Pacesetter Queens and Heartland Queens battled to a goalless stalemate.

As Matchday Five concludes, the NWFL Premiership continues to gather momentum, with early frontrunners asserting their title ambitions while others look to regroup ahead of the next round of fixtures.

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Germany will host the 2029 Women’s European Championship, UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin said at the governing body’s executive committee on Wednesday.

Denmark and Sweden had submitted a joint bid while Poland was also a candidate.

Italy and Portugal had withdrawn their bids before the vote, focusing on their preparations to co-host the men’s Euro 2032 and 2030 men’s World Cup, respectively.

“All the presentations and all the bids were great but there is only one winner, in football as in life,” Ceferin said.

Germany hosted the tournament in 2001 and as West Germany in 1989, both times winning on home soil.

“It was a long journey. We have so many people working at DFB (German football association) to get this tournament. Thanks to all who supported us, we felt this support throughout the campaign,” DFB president Bernd Neuendorf said.

Before the executive committee meeting, a small group of activists unfurled a banner demanding UEFA ban Israel from European competition over the country’s military operations in Gaza, also setting off pink flares.

They were overseen by police and no incident was reported.

-Reuters

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The race for the 2025 HerGame Girls Football Championship title has intensified, with four teams—Generation Next, Fosla Academy, Horvel Angels, and SIK Paragon—securing their places in the semi-finals after a gripping round of knockout matches on Wednesday, December 3, in Abuja.

Generation Next were the first to punch their ticket to the last four, continuing their impressive tournament form with a composed 1–0 victory over Jeremiah Angels. A blend of attacking flair and disciplined defending once again proved decisive for the fast-rising contenders.

Defending champions Fosla Academy kept their title defence firmly on track after edging BIA Angels 1–0 in a tight, tension-filled contest. A single moment of brilliance proved the difference, as Fosla reinforced their reputation as favourites to lift the trophy for a second consecutive year.

One of the day’s standout stories came from Horvel Angels, who clinched a historic first-ever semi-final spot with a hard-fought 1–0 win over Nazareth Queens. The result marks a significant milestone for the ambitious side, whose steady rise has been a highlight of this year’s championship.

Rounding out the quartet, SIK Paragon of Jos produced a commanding performance to defeat Talent Developer 2–0. Their superior physicality and clinical finishing ensured a comfortable passage into the semi-finals.

With the competition entering its decisive stage, two thrilling matchups now await fans. Generation Next will face the in-form Horvel Angels in what promises to be a fast-paced contest, while holders Fosla Academy prepare for a tough battle against a well-drilled SIK Paragon side.

The finalists will emerge on Thursday, ahead of the eagerly anticipated grand finale scheduled for Saturday, December 6, in Abuja, as the competition continues to spotlight some of the brightest young talents in Nigerian girls’ football.

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