The keenly contested encounter saw both sides battle intensely, but it was Edo Queens who emerged victorious thanks to goals from Precious Oscar and Chioma Moses.
Edo Queens opened the scoring in the 39th minute when Precious Oscar found the back of the net to hand her side a deserved 1-0 lead heading into the halftime break.
Rivers Angels responded strongly in the second half and eventually found an equalizer through Abasiofon Uwah in the 72nd minute. The goal injected fresh energy into the contest as the visitors looked to complete a comeback.
However, Edo Queens refused to settle for a draw. With the match heading toward a tense conclusion, Chioma Moses struck in the 77th minute, restoring her team's advantage and sending the home supporters into celebration.
Despite late pressure from Rivers Angels, Edo Queens held firm defensively to secure all three points and seal a memorable derby victory.
The result ensures Edo Queens claim South-South Derby honours, showcasing their resilience and ability to respond under pressure in one of the most anticipated fixtures involving two of Nigeria's top women's football clubs.
Match Summary
Edo Queens 2-1 Rivers Angels
Goalscorers:
• Precious Oscar (39') – Edo Queens
• Abasiofon Uwah (72') – Rivers Angels
• Chioma Moses (77') – Edo Queens
Full-Time: Edo Queens 2-1 Rivers Angels
The victory will provide a significant boost for Edo Queens as they continue their campaign, while Rivers Angels will be left reflecting on missed opportunities after briefly drawing level in the second half.