NFF Unveils Fixtures for 2026 President Federation Cup Round of 64

NFF Unveils Fixtures for 2026 President Federation Cup Round of 64

By Niyi Busari 

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has concluded the draw for the Round of 64 of the 2026 President Federation Cup, setting the stage for exciting encounters in Nigeria’s oldest domestic football competition.

The tournament, widely regarded as one of the most prestigious football competitions in the country, will also serve as a pathway to continental football, with the eventual champions earning Nigeria’s ticket to the 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup.

Several top-flight clubs were handed challenging fixtures following the draw. Former champions Bendel Insurance will face Agbana Wonderful FC, while Rangers International are set to battle Mojoda FC. Rivers United will take on Sporting Supreme U-19, and Enyimba International have been drawn against Jigawa Golden Stars Junior.

Other notable fixtures include Shooting Stars versus GAA Akanbi FC, Plateau United against Cynosure FC, and Niger Tornadoes taking on Bida Lions FC. El-Kanemi Warriors will square up against Ingas FC, while Akwa United face Kanta Warriors.

The competition also features several grassroots and academy sides hoping to cause major upsets against established clubs, underlining the tournament’s reputation for surprises and fierce competition.

Some of the standout Round of 64 fixtures include:

Bendel Insurance FC vs Kogi United FC

Rangers International FC vs Mojoda FC

Rivers United FC vs Sporting Supreme U-19

Enyimba International FC vs Jigawa Golden Stars Junior

Plateau United FC vs Cynosure FC

Shooting Stars FC vs GAA Akanbi FC

Niger Tornadoes FC vs Bida Lions FC

Ikorodu City FC vs Kebbi United FC

Warri Wolves FC vs Bichi First FC

Bayelsa United FC vs YSFON Stars

The NFF is expected to announce the official dates and venues for the fixtures in the coming days.