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Gallant Queens Win 2nd Halimatu Ayinde Women’s Cup

by Isaiah Benjamin
7 months ago
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The second edition of the Halimatu Ayinde Women’s 5-a-side Football Cup ended in thrilling fashion as Gallant Queens edged YSFON Queens 4-3 on penalties after a goalless draw in regulation time to win the championship in Kaduna.

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Earlier on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at the Muritala Square Stadium, Kaduna, Kundenda Queens claimed the third place prize with a dominant 4-0 victory over Wisdom Queens.
Beluaa Adeboyega of Kundenda Queens was named young player of the tournament, while Queen

Akungolaju, also of Kundenda Queens, won both the highest scorer (8 goals) and player of the tournament awards.

In individual awards, Augustina Boniface of YSFON Queens emerged the Best Goalkeeper, while Mrs. Grace of Wisdom Queens was awarded best coach award. Favour Johnson was recognized as fan of the tournament.

As champions, Gallant Queens received ₦150,000 as cash prize for their victory, YSFON Queens were awarded ₦100,000 for second place, while Kundenda Queens earned ₦50,000 for finishing third.
Gallant Queens’ coach, Adebiyi Adekunle, lauded his team’s resilience, saying, “The players showed incredible determination and composure to win the title against tough opposition.”

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Rosengard forward and Nigeria international Halimatu Ayinde expressed her delight with the tournament’s success, stating, “This competition is about empowering women through football, and I’m thrilled to see such talent and passion on display.”

The well-attended finals had in attendance the President of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation, Musa Nimrod; SWAN President Isaiah Benjamin; and other government dignitaries who commended the initiative for its role in grassroots sports development.

Organizers, Grace John extended their heartfelt appreciation to the Kaduna State Government, stakeholders, and the media for their invaluable support in making the tournament a success. Their contributions were instrumental in promoting the vision of fostering grassroots development in women’s football.

The tournament showcased exceptional talent, reaffirming Ayinde’s commitment to promoting women’s football at the grassroots level.

In a novelty match, SWAN President Isaiah Benjamin inspired Kaduna SWAN to a 2-1 win over the Friends of Halimatu Ayinde.


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