The Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) has officially announced that Cross Rivers State will host the 2023/2024 NWFL Championship. This event, marking the second division of the league, is set to take place from August 31 to September 8, 2024, in Calabar, the capital of Cross Rivers State.
This Championship is a continuation of the NWFL’s vibrant season calendar. The league's recent Premiership Super Six finals, held in Bayelsa State, saw the Edo Queens claim their first title, adding excitement and momentum to the upcoming Championship.
In a recent statement, NWFL Chief Operating Officer Modupe Shabi confirmed that the draws and pre-match meetings for the Championship will occur on August 29, the day after the clubs' arrival in Cross Rivers State. This strategic scheduling is designed to ensure that all participating teams are well-prepared and informed ahead of the competition.
The Championship will see 17 registered clubs vying for promotion. These teams will be divided into four groups—A, B, C, and D. The initial phase of the competition will feature a dense schedule of matches: on August 31, eight matches will be played across two venues, followed by another eight matches on September 1. The matches are organized to ensure comprehensive competition and strategic depth, with additional fixtures spread across the subsequent days.
September 2 will be a rest day, after which Matchday Three will commence on September 3, featuring another round of eight matches. Matchday Four will follow on September 4 with the same number of games. After another rest day on September 5, the competition will resume on September 6 with Matchday Five, which will be followed by a third rest day on September 7.
The Championship will culminate on September 8 with Matchday Six, where four crucial matches will be played simultaneously across two venues. This final day is pivotal as it will determine which teams secure promotion to the NWFL Premiership and which teams face relegation to the third division of the women’s league.
With a robust lineup of matches and a structured schedule, the 2024 NWFL Championship promises to be a thrilling and competitive event, highlighting the growing prominence and talent within Nigerian women's football. The outcomes will significantly impact the league structure and the future of participating teams, underscoring the Championship's importance in the broader context of women's football in Nigeria.
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