By Aderonke Ojo
It was a day of exciting football and goals as the Kwara First Lady Pre-Season Women’s Championship kicked off in grand style at the KFA Pitch inside the George Innih Stadium, Ilorin.
Hosts, Kwara United Queens, recorded a resounding 4-1 victory over Champions Rise to mark a perfect start to their campaign.
The Courageous Queens dominated proceedings early, scoring three first-half goals to put the contest beyond their opponents.
Mistura Soliu was the star of the show, netting a brace in the 18th and 35th minutes, while Mariam Yunusa added a third before halftime.
Tolu Omoniyi extended the lead early in the second half to complete the rout, while Ayo Pelumi grabbed a late consolation for Champions Rise.
In the opening fixture of the day, Moje Queens and Model Queens played out an entertaining 2-2 draw.
Yusuf Fathia gave Model Queens the lead in the 34th minute, but Hassan Suliyat restored parity for Moje Queens before the break.
Oladipo Eyinju put Model Queens ahead again, only for Joseph Taiwo to equalize around the hour mark.
Apex Angels and Wazbak FA also shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw in a closely contested encounter, with Adebayo Ayanfe and Saturday Goodnews finding the back of the net for their respective sides.
FUOYE Dazzlers secured a convincing 2-0 victory over Ebira Queens. Ekwe Grace and Nnanni Blessing were on target for the Ekiti-based team to seal maximum points.
The tournament, organized by Ultimate Sports Consult and the Kwara State Sports Commission in conjunction with Enact Innovation Hubs, is aimed at promoting and developing women’s football in Kwara State and across Nigeria.
Action continues with more exciting fixtures as teams battle for supremacy in the competition.
Day 1 Results:
Model Queens 2-2 Moje Queens
Apex Angels 1-1 Wazbak FA
Ebira Queens 0-2 FUOYE Dazzlers
Kwara United Queens 4-1 Champions Rise
