Rivers Angels get cash reward after draw against Bayelsa Queens

Rivers Angels have been rewarded for their 1-1 draw against Bayelsa Queens in opening day fixture at the Nigeria Women Football League Super Six playoff tournament.

The Rivers State Commissioner for Sports and Youth Development, Barrister Chris Green doled out a cash gift of N2m to the girls.

The gesture is aimed at motivating the girls to achieve success in their subsequent games.

The Port Harcourt-based side came from a goal down to snatch a draw against the hosts at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa.

Rita Peter cancelled out Fehintola Mabokanje’s opener for Bayelsa Queens.

Rivers Angels will take on Edo Queens in their next game on Monday.