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Rivers Angels Women

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Nigeria League Women 30 CAF Champions League Women 3
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Wikipedia - Rivers Angels F.C.

Rivers Angels F.C. (formerly Larry Angels F.C.) is a Nigerian professional football club based in Port Harcourt, Rivers State in Nigeria. They play in the Nigeria Women Premier League, the top flight in the national female soccer league pyramid.

History

The club was established as Larry Angels F.C. in 1986 by Prince Lawrence Ezeh, a native of Mbaise in Imo State. In 1991, the government of Rivers State took control of the club through the first lady of the state, Mrs Abbe. They came tops at the introduction of female football at the National Sports Festival, held in the then capital, Lagos State in 1989. They also won the maiden edition of Olu of Warri cup held in Warri, Delta State. Nigerian Olympic gold medalist, Chioma Ajunwa was the captain of the team between 1988 and 1990.

Rivers Angels Women's soccer team is a powerhouse in Nigerian women's football. Based in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, the team has a rich history of success in both domestic and international competitions. Known for their skillful and dynamic style of play, the Rivers Angels have consistently been one of the top teams in the Nigerian Women's Football League.

The team is made up of talented and dedicated players who have represented Nigeria at various levels, including the senior national team, the Super Falcons. With a strong emphasis on developing young talent, the Rivers Angels Women's team is known for nurturing and producing some of the country's top female footballers.

Off the field, the team is also actively involved in community outreach programs and initiatives to promote women's empowerment through sports. With a loyal fan base and a winning tradition, the Rivers Angels Women's soccer team continues to be a dominant force in Nigerian women's football.