The FCT FA Cup champions, Naija Ratels, have intensified preparations in readiness for National Federation Cup and remaining part of Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) 2022/23 season.
A statement issued in Abuja on Wednesday by the team’s management, quoted the proprietor of the club, Paul Edeh, as saying that the outcome of the FA Cup final was a pointer to how prepared the club is ahead of the competitions.
“I’m very happy that we won, the girls gave their very best which is a clear testament of how ready they are when the season resumes.”
Naija Ratels thrashed lowly Paul E side 6-0 last weekend at Area 3 playground to lift the FCT FA Cup trophy.
In that encounter, Nwachukwu Adanna, who put up player of the match performance, scored four goals, while Folounsho Amina and Animashaun Aisha completed the rout.
Edeh said the high scoreline in the FCT FA Cup final showed his team was prepared than ever to play in the Federation Cup when it starts in May.
Edeh, who heaped praises on the girls, added “that match is an assessment before the rigorous NWPL games that lies ahead of us.
“We will shape up and ensure we get better by the day.”
“The absence of Nwachukwu Adanna, due to injury, was felt, but now that she is back, it is a good news and booster for our quest, playing in the NWFL Super-six and final of the 2023 Federation Cup.
“This time, unlike last season when we were booted out by Nasarawa Amazons, we are more focused on the FA Cup title.”
