Super 8 Showdown: WAFA League Brings Women’s Football Action to Dipo Dina Stadium
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By Sportsgister
The excitement is building for the Women Accredited Football Academy (WAFA) League 2025, as the much-anticipated Super 8 showdown gets set to kick off from September 28 to October 5, 2025, at the iconic Dipo Dina Stadium in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State.
This year’s league has seen 22 women’s football academies compete in four competitive groups, with only the top two from each group advancing to the Super 8. The upcoming clash promises a week of thrilling football, intense rivalries, and a showcase of Nigeria’s rising female football talents.
After weeks of intense group-stage action, the following eight academies have earned their place in the Super 8:
– STM Doves FA of Ojota
– Victory Queens FA of Ikorodu
– CATS Ladies FA of Surulere
– Wazbak Queens International of Lagos Island
– SGH Amazon FA of Agege
– MJV FA of Mushin
– Royaltoms Queens FA of Sango Ota
– Ijamido Queens of Sango Ota
These teams have proven their skills, determination, and tactical ability, making them the cream of the crop in Nigerian women’s academy football.
The Super 8 isn’t just a tournament; it’s a platform to showcase emerging female talent. The eventual winner will not only lift the prestigious WAFA League trophy but also earn recognition as the top women’s football academy in Nigeria this season.
This competition also serves as a critical scouting ground for clubs and organizations looking to identify the next generation of stars in women’s football. Fans can expect thrilling matches, spectacular goals, and memorable performances from these young athletes.
Located in Ijebu Ode, Dipo Dina Stadium is renowned for hosting high-profile youth and grassroots competitions. The stadium’s vibrant atmosphere and excellent facilities make it the perfect setting for the WAFA League Super 8, providing players with the experience of performing on a professional stage.
The Super 8 promises to be a festival of talent and competition. Each team will fight for glory, showcasing speed, skill, and teamwork. This tournament highlights the growing prominence of women’s football in Nigeria and the important role academies play in developing the sport at grassroots levels.
Football enthusiasts, scouts, and fans are encouraged to attend and witness the next generation of female stars in action. With eight teams, one trophy, and a week full of football action, Ijebu Ode is set to become the hub of women’s football excitement
Event Details at a Glance
Competition: WAFA League Super 8
Date: September 28 – October 5, 2025
Venue: Dipo Dina Stadium, Ijebu Ode
Teams: 8 top qualifiers from the group stages
The countdown has begun, the WAFA League Super 8 is ready to deliver unforgettable moments, and one team will rise as Nigeria’s women’s academy champion for 2025.

Sedara Philip is a Sports writer, an administrator,Journalist,and editor

