Nasarawa Amazons Edge Sunshine Queens to Reach Consecutive Cup Final

Nasarawa Amazons secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Sunshine Queens in the semi-final of the President Federation Cup to book their place in a second consecutive FA Cup final.

Ayatsea Hembafan gave Nasarawa Amazons the lead in the 18th minute, and the Lafia-based side looked set to progress with a narrow advantage deep into stoppage time.

Sunshine Queens staged a late comeback and found an equaliser in the 93rd minute, sparking hopes of extra time.

However, Nasarawa Amazons responded immediately, restoring their lead just a minute later through Jumoke Alani to seal a thrilling 2-1 win and secure their place in the final.

The victory sends Nasarawa Amazons into their second straight President Federation Cup final, where they will face Heartland Queens in the grand finale.

They succumbed to Rivers Angels in the final of 2025 edition in Lagos.