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President Federation Cup 2026: Wikki Tourists stun Bayelsa United to reach Round of 16

Posted : 02 June 2026

Relegated Nigeria Premier Football League side Wikki Tourists produced one of the biggest upsets of the 2026 President Federation Cup after defeating Bayelsa United 3-1 in their Round of 32 encounter.

The Bauchi-based club, determined to end a difficult season on a positive note, delivered a spirited and clinical performance to secure a deserved place in the Round of 16, while condemning Bayelsa United to another painful setback.

Wikki Tourists showed greater hunger and organization throughout the contest, taking their chances effectively against a Bayelsa United side that struggled to find rhythm despite entering the fixture as favorites.

The victory offers a major boost for the Bauchi Elephants, who suffered relegation from the NPFL but now have an opportunity to continue their Federation Cup adventure and potentially salvage pride from an otherwise disappointing campaign.

For Bayelsa United, however, the defeat marks the end of a disastrous season. Having already lost their top-flight status, the Prosperity Boys have now been eliminated from the country's oldest football competition, leaving supporters frustrated and concerned about the club's direction.

The latest setback is expected to intensify scrutiny of the club's management and technical crew. Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, had previously warned that those in charge of the team could face dissolution if relegation occurred.

With both relegation and Federation Cup elimination now confirmed, attention has shifted to the state government's next line of action as stakeholders await decisions that could shape the club's future.

While Wikki Tourists celebrate a memorable cup victory and look ahead to the next round, Bayelsa United are left to reflect on a season they will be eager to forget. The Bauchi Elephants proved that knockout football cares little for league standings, maximizing their clinical edge when it mattered most. The road ahead presents a clean slate for both teams, albeit under vastly different circumstances of celebration and reinvention.

 

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