2026 President Federation Cup: Giant killers target major upsets as Round of 64 battles begin nationwide

Posted : 19 May 2026

Nigeria’s oldest domestic football competition returns with fresh intrigue and possible giant-killing encounters as the Round of 64 of the 2026 President Federation Cup takes centre stage across different venues nationwide.

With traditional powerhouses, lower division underdogs, and ambitious academy sides all in action, attention will be focused on several mouthwatering ties expected to shape the early narrative of this year’s competition.

One of the standout fixtures will see Wikki Tourists confront Jigawa Golden Stars in Kaduna in what promises to be a fierce northern derby between two experienced campaigners.

Defending champions Kwara United begin their title defence against youthful side Sporting Supreme U19 in Anyigba, while Shooting Stars face a difficult hurdle against dangerous Kebbi United at the Abuja Goal Project.

Former African champions Enyimba will battle El-Sharma FC in Abuja Bwari, as Rivers United take on Lagos-based G12 FC in Benin City.

There is also growing interest around surprise package Ahudiannem FC, who will test their strength against Plateau United in Makurdi, while last year’s runners-up Abakaliki FC square up against ABU DLC in another potentially tricky encounter.

Elsewhere, Bendel Insurance confront Katsina United Jnr in Abuja Area 3, Bayelsa United meet OISA FC in Port Harcourt, and Ikorodu City will attempt to avoid an upset against Gaa Akanbi in Ibadan.

Niger Tornadoes also face a stern examination against Sunshine Stars U19 in Ilorin, while Enugu Rangers tackle Godswill Akpabio FC in Aba.

With several Nigeria Premier Football League sides drawn against ambitious lower league opponents, fans are anticipating dramatic contests, shock results, and intense rivalries as hostilities resume in the prestigious national cup competition.

Round of 64 Fixtures

Kwara United Vs Sporting Supreme U19 – Anyigba

Sokoto United Vs Majoda FC – Lafia

Katsina United Vs Sapele Lions – Abuja Area 3

Adamawa United Vs Agbana Wonderful Academy – Jos

Bendel Insurance Vs Katsina United Jnr – Abuja Area 3

Crown FC Vs Cynosure FC – Anyigba

El-Kanemi Warriors Vs Krusaders FC – Makurdi

Akwa United Vs Wilbros FC – Aba

Kebbi United Vs Shooting Stars – Abuja Goal Project

Kada Warriors Vs Campus FC – Anyigba

Wikki Tourists Vs Jigawa Golden Stars – Kaduna

Bayelsa United Vs OISA FC – Port Harcourt

Beyond Limits Vs Bida Lions – Ilorin

Stormers FC Vs Warri Wolves – Benin City

Adamawa Academy Vs Flight FC – Bauchi

Mighty Jets Vs Adanimogo FC – Minna

G12 FC Vs Rivers United – Benin City

Godswill Akpabio FC Vs Enugu Rangers – Aba

Sporting Supreme Vs Ejigbo City – Anyigba

Nasarawa United Vs Westgate FC – Anyigba

Kogi United Vs Lobi Stars – Abuja Area 3

Ahudiannem FC Vs Plateau United – Makurdi

Ingas FC Vs Edel FC – Owerri

Kanta Warriors Vs FC Basira – Minna

Ikorodu City Vs Gaa Akanbi – Ibadan

Jigawa GS Vs E-World FC – Makurdi

El-Sharma FC Vs Enyimba – Abuja Bwari

YSFON Stars Vs Gombe United – Abuja Bwari

Sunshine Stars U19 Vs Niger Tornadoes – Ilorin

Warinje FC Vs Bichi First – Jos

Zamfara United Vs Barau FC – Katsina

ABU DLC Vs Abakaliki FC – Makurdi

The wide-ranging fixtures across multiple zones set the stage for a spectacular celebration of domestic football diversity. Football enthusiasts nationwide are eagerly anticipating how these local rivalries unfold over the coming days. The tournament continues to provide an essential platform for discovering hidden grassroots talents.

2026 President Federation Cup: Giant killers target major upsets as Round of 64 battles begin nationwide

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