Federation Cup Semi-Final Berths Secured By El-Kanemi, Wikki, Nasarawa and Ikorodu

Federation Cup Semi-Final Berths Secured By El-Kanemi, Wikki, Nasarawa and Ikorodu

By Niyi Busari 

The semi-final line-up for the 2026 President Federation Cup has been confirmed following an exciting round of quarter-final matches played across the country, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

Defending champions El-Kanemi Warriors secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Sokoto United to book their place in the last four, while Wikki Tourists overcame Flight FC in a dramatic penalty shootout after both sides settled for a 1-1 draw in regulation time. Wikki eventually triumphed 4-3 on penalties.

Nasarawa United also progressed to the semi-finals after edging Plateau United 2-1 in a closely contested encounter.

In another thrilling fixture, Ikorodu City battled to a 2-2 draw against Barau FC before emerging victorious 5-4 in a penalty shootout to secure their place among the final four teams.

The results mean El-Kanemi Warriors, Wikki Tourists, Nasarawa United and Ikorodu City will compete in the semi-finals as the race for this year's President Federation Cup title intensifies.

Quarter-Final Results:

Sokoto United 0-1 El-Kanemi Warriors

Wikki Tourists 1-1 Flight FC

(Wikki Tourists won 4-3 on penalties)

Nasarawa United 2-1 Plateau United 

Ikorodu City 2-2 Barau FC (Ikorodu City won 5-4 on penalties)

Semi-Finalists:

• El-Kanemi Warriors

 • Wikki Tourists

• Nasarawa United

 • Ikorodu City