Royaltoms Queens Crowned Maiden GRAFOQ Champions After Unbeaten Campaign
By Saheed Afolabi
Royaltoms Queens have been crowned champions of the inaugural Grassroots Football Queens League (GRAFOQ) after completing an impressive unbeaten campaign to finish top of the standings.
The team demonstrated remarkable consistency, discipline and determination throughout the competition, going through the entire season without a defeat to secure their place in the history books as the first winners of the grassroots women’s football league.
Captain Friday Winner played a significant leadership role in the team’s successful campaign, providing inspiration and direction as Royaltoms Queens maintained their unbeaten record en route to the title.
Abiona Monsurat also made a decisive contribution to the championship triumph, scoring the crucial goal that sealed the title for Royaltoms Queens and capped their outstanding season.
The team’s success was further rewarded with individual recognition as Olaleke Oluwapelumi was named Player of the Tournament following her impressive performances and contributions throughout the competition.
Speaking after the historic achievement, head coach Abdullahi Isiaka expressed satisfaction with his players, praising their commitment to understanding and executing his tactical instructions throughout the campaign.
Meanwhile, Olajide Royal, President and Chief Executive Officer of Royaltoms Queens, operating under Royaltoms International Football Academy, expressed delight over the team’s accomplishment, congratulating the players and technical crew for their dedication and collective effort.
Royal described the championship as a reward for hard work, discipline and commitment, while urging the players not to become complacent following their success.
He encouraged the team to treat the historic triumph as a foundation for greater achievements, stressing the importance of continued improvement, discipline and belief as they pursue bigger opportunities in women’s football.
