Matchday Three fixtures delivered decisive outcomes as the race for promotion tense heightened, with Dreamstar Ladies, Pelican Stars, Rangers Women, and Imo Striker Queens emerging as table-toppers in their respective groups to secure qualification for the promotion playoff.
Rosaria Victrix produced a commanding display against First Mahi Babes, asserting control from the early stages. Egodi Okonkwo opened the scoring in the 24th minute with a well-executed free kick before Kalifat Agboola capitalized on defensive lapses to double the lead just four minutes later. Okonkwo further demonstrated her set-piece prowess with another superb free kick, completing a first-half brace and extending her side’s dominance. Esther Michael pulled one back for First Mahi Babes in the 74th minute, but it proved insufficient as Rosaria Victrix secured a 3-1 victory.
In a tightly contested encounter, Delta Babes and Dreamstar Ladies battled to a goalless draw. Despite increased tempo and attacking intent in the second half, both sides failed to break the deadlock.
Ikukuoma Queens recorded their first win of the campaign with a 3-1 triumph over Gallant Ladies. Gallant Ladies took an early lead through Christiana Edache in the 4th minute, but Janet Kaneng restored parity for Ikukuoma Queens in the 23rd minute. The momentum shifted in the second half as Precious Odogu put Ikukuoma ahead in the 48th minute, before Favour Nicholas sealed the victory ten minutes later.
Pelican Stars continued their unbeaten run, edging Moje Queens by a lone goal. Peace Ewa’s early strike proved decisive, as Pelican Stars maintained defensive discipline to secure all three points despite sustained pressure from their opponents.
Unification FC made a statement on their debut with a dominant 5-0 victory over Wazbak International SA. Esther Stephen opened the scoring in the 5th minute from a free kick, while Ruth Joseph doubled the lead shortly after and added her second in the 25th minute. Esther Christian and Shukurat Tirimisiyu also found the net before halftime, sealing an emphatic win.
Rangers Women and Fortress Ladies delivered a fiercely contested encounter that remained goalless for much of the game. However, a late strike from Chisom Chukwuemeka proved decisive, confirming Rangers Women’s qualification for the promotion playoff.
Imo Striker Queens maintained their unbeaten streak with a dominant victory over Ghetto Tigers. Chinaza Ogazi opened the scoring in the 16th minute, followed by quick goals from Mmesoma Amaechi and Chiamaka Onyeizu within the first half. Precious Nkwocha added a fourth in the 83rd minute to complete a comprehensive performance. Meanwhile Chosen Generation Angels and Kwara Ladies settled for a goalless draw after a hard-fought contest.
With the group stage concluded, attention now shifts to the promotion playoff, where the top four teams—Dreamstar Ladies, Pelican Stars, Rangers Women, and Imo Striker Queens will battle for elevation, setting the stage for an exciting climax to the competition.
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