Nasarawa Amazons added another chapter to their successful history after overcoming Heartland Queens on penalties to win the 2026 President Federation Cup in a dramatic final, Trybal News reports.
The Lafia outfit were forced to dig deep after falling behind in the second half of a tightly contested encounter that produced moments of quality and tension in equal measure.
Heartland Queens struck first and appeared to have one hand on the trophy when Chizoba Johnson found the breakthrough shortly after the restart, rewarding her side’s positive approach and putting the pressure firmly on their opponents.
Rather than retreat, Nasarawa Amazons responded with urgency and purpose. Their persistence paid off when substitute Adaobi Judith delivered the decisive contribution from the bench, restoring parity and reigniting her side’s hopes of silverware.
Neither team could find the winning goal before the final whistle, sending the contest to a penalty shootout in front of an anxious crowd.
It was Nasarawa Amazons who ultimately held their composure in the defining moments, emerging 6-5 winners from the spot to secure one of the biggest prizes in domestic women’s football.
The club’s success was further reflected in the post-tournament awards, with midfielder Ayatsea Hembafan earning recognition as the competition’s Most Valuable Player, while goalkeeper Udoka Unachukwu was honoured for her performances throughout the campaign.
Rivers Angels forward Peace Effiong finished as the tournament’s leading scorer with four goals to claim the Golden Boot award.
For Nasarawa Amazons, the triumph represents more than another trophy. It reinforces their place among the elite clubs in the country and highlights the consistency that has kept them at the forefront of Nigerian women’s football for years.
