Heroic Handy Saves Secure Ekiti Queens’ 2-0 Victory Over Dannaz Ladies

Ekiti Queens’ goalkeeper, Lucky Handy, delivered a standout performance, making crucial saves that secured her team’s 2-0 win over Dannaz Ladies in their NWFL match at the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium. Captain Seun Fakunle gave Ekiti Queens an early lead with a well placed header in the 35th minute, followed by Tobi Sarafa’s second half strike in the 55th minute to seal the victory.



Dannaz Ladies started strong, applying early pressure and creating several dangerous chances, but Handy remained calm and focused, producing a critical one on one save in the 50th minute that kept her clean sheet intact. After the match, Handy expressed her pride in the team’s effort, highlighting their recent improvements in consistency and attacking play.



The victory pushes Ekiti Queens to third place in NWFL Group A, with six points from three games. With a tough fixture against Nasarawa Amazons ahead, Handy emphasized the need for continued hard work and praised the fans and local support, including Governor Biodun Oyebanji, for their encouragement.



Editorial



Ekiti Queens’ recent victory over Dannaz Ladies is a testament to the power of teamwork and individual brilliance. Lucky Handy’s performance in goal demonstrated the critical role a reliable goalkeeper plays, but it’s the collective determination of the entire team that turned this game into a success story.



For years, NWFL teams have struggled with consistency, but Ekiti Queens are showing signs of breaking that cycle. With an organised backline, clinical finishing, and a midfield that understands its role, this team is becoming more than just a group of players they are a cohesive unit. Seun Fakunle and Tobi Sarafa’s goals came at crucial moments, but it was the relentless defensive effort led by Handy that ensured those goals were enough.



What stands out is Handy’s attitude.