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In preparation for the CAF Women’s Champions League qualifier (WAFU ZONE-B), Bayelsa Queens Football Club has bolstered their team with five new signings- 3 attackers, 1 midfielder and 1 defender.
The newly signed players are Janet Akekoromowei a striker from Nasarawa Amazons, striker Mary Lucky from Abia Angels, Bankole Sofiat another striker and Oladeji Oluwabunmi a defender both from Naija Ratels while Kafiat Mafisere a midfielder from Edo Queens was also signed.
According to Whyte Ogbonda, Technical Adviser of the Prosperity Girls, 3 more players are also on the verge of arriving at the club as talks are at an advanced stage.
“We are really happy to have these players joining us,” said Whyte. “They will bring their wealth of experience, which their teammates will benefit from and they have real hunger to win.
“Since their arrival, they have been working hard and this will definitely elevate our levels. I know they will fit in perfectly, and one area we’re really happy about is the attacking line where we now have depth”, Whyte said.
“These players have terrific technical ability which I am sure Bayelsa Queens fans will appreciate and enjoy when they get to see them in action.
“These signings reflect our commitment to strengthening the squad with the best talent as we continue to raise the standard of women’s football in Nigeria and Africa,” Whyte Ogbonda added.
“We’re excited to join Bayelsa Queens and can’t wait to give our best for this great club as they have a rich history of intelligent and technically sound players making their mark,” the coach said.
