President Federation Cup: Heartland Queens Beat Robo Queens to Set Up Final Against Nasarawa Amazons
The President Federation Cup action delivered another dramatic chapter on Wednesday as Heartland Queens defeated Robo Queens 2-1 to reach the final.
The Owerri-based club produced a disciplined display and secured a deserved victory that earned them a chance to compete for one of Nigeria’s biggest women’s football prizes.
Heartland Queens seized control during the opening half and rewarded their attacking intent through Umejiaku Oluebube, who calmly broke the deadlock.
The forward finished confidently after sustained pressure, giving her side momentum and a deserved advantage before the halftime whistle sounded.
Robo Queens returned with renewed determination after the interval and increased pressure across the pitch while chasing an important equaliser.
Heartland Queens resisted those attacks with composed defending before extending their lead through another well-worked move that strengthened their grip on the contest.
The Lagos-based side refused to surrender and eventually reduced the deficit late in the encounter through determined attacking play.
However, Heartland Queens maintained their concentration until the final whistle and preserved a hard-earned 2-1 victory that secured their place in the championship match.
Their triumph sets up a mouthwatering showdown against Nasarawa Amazons, who also claimed a thrilling 2-1 semi-final victory over Sunshine Queens.
The Lafia club struck first in the 18th minute through Ayatsea and looked destined for success after controlling significant stretches of play.
Sunshine Queens stunned their opponents with a dramatic equaliser in the 93rd minute and appeared to force extra time with remarkable resilience.
Nasarawa Amazons responded instantly, as Alani produced a decisive winner in the 94th minute to send the former champions into another final.
The result means Nasarawa Amazons will compete in their second consecutive President Federation Cup final while chasing another prestigious domestic trophy.
Heartland Queens, meanwhile, enter the title match with growing confidence after overcoming difficult opposition and displaying impressive organisation throughout the competition.
Organisers will stage the Women’s President Federation Cup final as part of a grand double-header featuring the men’s championship between Ikorodu City FC and El-Kanemi Warriors
In Asaba. Football supporters across Nigeria will expect another entertaining spectacle as Heartland Queens and Nasarawa Amazons battle passionately for coveted silverware and national recognition.
