Holders Bayelsa Queens returned to winning ways as the Prosperity Girls recorded their first win in the Nigeria Women Football League, (NWFL) Premiership Super Six playoff with a 2-1 win over Rivers Angels.
The Prosperity Girls showed resilience and character to reclaim the lead after being pegged back in the second half.
Coach Whyte Ogbonda’s side dominated the opening exchanges but had to wait until the 29th minute to score the when Chiamaka Ezekwugo opened the scoring for Bayelsa Queens with a powerful header to end the first half in their favour.
Abasiofon Uwah restored parity for Rivers Angels from the penalty spot in the 58th minute after Chiamaka Ezekwugo was adjudged to have handled the ball in the 18-yard box.
However, Dooshima Tarnum’s 63rd minute decisive strike proved to be the difference as Bayelsa Queens sealed all three points.
Bayelsa Queens moved to third position on the standings with four points from three games following the win.
Technical Adviser, Whyte Ogbonda expressed satisfaction with his players’ performance and determination throughout the encounter.
“We started the game well and we are happy with the victory, but we’re not carried away with it,” Whyte said.
Coach Whyte admitted that his side matchday 3 triumphs did not come easy as Rivers Angels came fighting.
‘I am very happy. I think we deserve to win it, we played good football and I must give kudos to my girls for their efforts throughout the game,’ Coach Whyte Ogbonda added.
Next for Bayelsa Queens is FC Robo on Friday by 9 O’clock in the morning.
