A highly anticipated clash awaits football fans on Wednesday as Heartland Queens gear up to face former champions Nasarawa Amazons in a top-of-the-table showdown on matchday 10 of the NWFL Premiership at the Dan Anyiam Stadium in Owerri.
Heading into this crucial encounter, Heartland Queens come off a draw against Royal Queens in Sapele, while Nasarawa Amazons secured a commanding 5-0 victory over Naija Ratels in Lafia.
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Heartland Queens still harbor feelings of disappointment from their narrow defeat to Nasarawa Amazons earlier in the season, a result they felt was unjustly influenced by home advantage.
In the previous encounter on November 22, 2023, Heartland Queens were league leaders, but the tables have turned, with Nasarawa Amazons now occupying the top spot heading into matchday 10.
However, with just a slim margin separating the two teams, the balance could shift in favor of Heartland Queens with a victory on Wednesday. Expect a fiercely contested match as both sides vie for supremacy.
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Coach Obi Ogbala boasts a formidable squad, with Lucky Mary leading the attack alongside Chimebere Opara, Onyinyechi Kalu, Chinwendu Orji, and Chinedu Chinaka providing ample support.
In defense, Uchenna Chukwu will guard the goalposts behind a sturdy backline consisting of Ekezie Onyedikachi, Chinyere Iheoma, Kelechi Orgii, and Oluomachi Onwere.
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The midfield will be anchored by the dynamic quartet of Oluchi Ofoegbu, Oluchi Okwara, Marvellous Duru, and Chidinma Anaele, ensuring a solid presence in the center of the pitch.
A victory for Heartland Queens would propel them to the top of the group standings, displacing Nasarawa Amazons and asserting their title credentials in the NWFL Premiership.
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