Stephen Dunmoye


As the 2023/2024 Nigeria Women Football League, NWFL kick starts today, the Ekiti Queens’ Coach, Taiwo Moses has expressed confidence ahead of the showdown, stating, “We are prepared and determined to secure victory against the league champions.”


Ekiti Queens will battle the reigning champions, Delta Queens in an opening game today at the Oluyemi Kayode stadium, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State.

Delta Queens, the reigning Nigerian champions with an unprecedented winning streak since 2022, are eyeing their seventh domestic title and enter the season opener with unwavering determination under the guidance of Tosan Blankson.

Meanwhile, Ekiti Queens, fresh from the NWFL Championship, bring ambition and vigor as they aim to challenge Delta Queens’ supremacy in their debut and make an impactful entry into the elite division.

Emerging from a competitive NWFL Championship and an impressive Besty Obaseki Cup showing, Ekiti Queens are poised to disrupt the status quo in Nigerian women’s football.

Coach Taiwo Moses of Ekiti Queens exuded confidence of winning against the reigning champions today.

According to him, “We are prepared and determined to secure victory against the league champions.”

On the other hand, Delta Queens manager, Tosan Blankson acknowledged the challenge posed by the newcomers, yet remains resolute in the pursuit of defending their title.

“Victory is assured; they will be respected,” he confidently assures.

The showdown marks the commencement of a gripping NWFL Premiership season.

The game’s excitement will transcend the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium, reaching global audiences via live coverage on AfroSport.

As the curtain raises, Ekiti Queens prepare to carve their mark in NWFL history as the clash promises an intense battle, reflecting the essence of Nigerian women’s football passion, determination, and the quest for glory.