The Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) has confirmed that two key fixtures on the final day of the regular season will kick off to ensure competitive integrity. Matches between Naija Ratels and Bayelsa Queens in Abuja, and FC Robo Queens versus Delta Queens in Lagos, will now both begin at 3:00 PM on Wednesday, April 30, 2025.
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The announcement was made via an official memo from NWFL Chief Operating Officer Modupe Shabi, who emphasised that the measure is crucial to "preserve the spirit of fairness" and avoid any team gaining an unfair advantage based on earlier match outcomes.
The decision comes with one Super Six Playoff spot still up for grabs in Group B. FC Robo Queens and Naija Ratels are the main contenders, both vying to join Edo Queens, Bayelsa Queens, Rivers Angels, Nasarawa Amazons, and Remo Stars Ladies in the end-of-season championship round.
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Robo Queens, currently in their 10th straight season in the top flight, are looking to return to the Super Six after missing out last year. Naija Ratels, who made a dream debut appearance in 2022, are aiming to reach their second playoff appearance in three seasons.
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This is exactly the kind of progressive decision-making we need in Nigerian football. The NWFL’s move to implement simultaneous kick-offs is a simple yet powerful step toward transparency, fairness, and professionalism in the women’s game. When the stakes are high, so too must be the standards.
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Too often in Nigerian leagues, we’ve seen late kick-offs or matchday scheduling that casts doubt on results. But this directive by the NWFL shows that the league is not just evolving on the pitch it’s maturing in governance. For FC Robo and Naija Ratels, this decision ensures a level playing field. For the fans, it promises drama, tension, and pure football theatre.
As we head into the Super Six, this moment should serve as a reminder: competitive integrity is not a luxury it’s the foundation. The NWFL is setting the tone. The rest of Nigerian football must follow.
Did You Know?
The Super Six format was introduced in 2021 to determine the [NWFL Premiership](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/news/national-team-news/flying-eagles-name-35-man-squad-for-2025-u20-afcon/) champion and Nigeria’s CAF Women’s Champions League representative.
[FC Robo](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/category/news/) Queens is the former club of Nigerian international and Barcelona star Asisat Oshoala.
Bayelsa Queens are two-time NWFL champions, winning their most recent title in 2022.
The 2025 Super Six will be the first to feature Remo Stars Ladies, marking their debut season at that level.
Simultaneous final-day kick-offs are standard practice in top leagues globally, including the English Premier League and Spain’s La Liga.