Edo Queens FC snatched a 2-1 victory over Remo Stars Ladies at the ongoing Match Day 4 Betsy Obaseki Women Football Tournament on Monday at the UNIBEN Sports Complex, Benin City.
Remo Stars Ladies started off strong with an early goal by Arubo Oluwaseyi, giving them a 1-0 lead against Edo Queens in the 15th minute. Abideen Suliat from Edo Queens leveled the scoreline at first half stop time.
Following the second half resumption time, Edo Queens increased their attacking intensity against the Ogun state team, leading to a penalty goal by Suliat Abideen in the 90th minute.
Esther Moses of Edo Queens was absolutely outstanding in the Match Day 4 game, and was awarded the well-deserved title of Most Valuable Player. Her performance was truly remarkable.
Edo state First Lady, Mrs Betsy Obaseki was present at the match, she expressed her immense pride and fulfillment to Edo Queens.
Mrs Betsy Obaseki encouraged the exceptional Edo Queens to keep fighting, stating that she believes in their abilities, and urged the Royal Queens to give their best while on the field of play.
Abideen Suliat, who scored the two goals for Edo Queens, was absolutely phenomenal and proved to be the most valuable player on their last match.
Abideen confidently declared in a post-match interview that it is Edo Queens’ set time to shine, as well as win the third edition of the Betsy Obaseki Women Football Tournament trophy by the grace of God.
