Naija Ratels Explained

Naija Ratels Football Club is a Nigerian women's football club based in Abuja and a member of the NWFL Premiership since 2021 after gaining promotion from the NWFL Championship.

Clubname:Naija Ratels Football Club
Founded:2019
Owner:Paul Edeh[1]
Ground:Aguiyi Ironsi Pitch

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Chairman:Eneh Alison[2]
Manager:Bankole Olowookore
League:NWFL Premiership
Season:2023–24
Position:5th, Group A

History

The club was founded in 2019 by Paul Edeh, a barrister who equally owns Ratels Foundations and a second team, Honey Badgers. They participated in the 2020–21 NWFL Championship after acquiring the Invincible Angels slot and originally played from Gboko, Benue State.[3] In 2021, they won promotion to the NWFL Premiership and quickly made new signings, including the legendary Onome Ebi after a season in the top-flight.[4] [5]

Naija Ratels reached their first major final in the 2024 Nigeria Women's Cup, losing 1–0 to Rivers Angels.[6]

Former players

References

  1. Web site: Paul Edeh: "I've floated Naija Ratels FC to give back to the girl child. dailytrust.com. 6 February 2021.
  2. Web site: Alison now chairman as Naija Ratels unveil new management board. blueprint.ng. 19 August 2023.
  3. Web site: Naija Ratels FC take over Invincible Angels slot. sports247.ng. 21 December 2021.
  4. Web site: NWFL newcomers Naija Ratels beef up squad with 7 new players. dailytrust.com. 20 September 2021.
  5. Web site: NWFL:Super Falcons captain Ebi joins Naija Ratels, becomes highest paid. Premium Times Nigeria. 15 October 2023.
  6. Web site: President Federation Cup final: questionable penalty ends Naija Ratels' dream. bsnsports.com. 1 July 2024.

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