The Round of 32 fixtures for the 2026 President Federation Cup have been released, setting up a series of mouth‑watering clashes as clubs from across Nigeria battle for a place in the last 16 of the prestigious domestic cup competition.
The fixtures, released on Thursday, confirm that Kwara United will square up against Sokoto United in one of the headline ties of the Round of 32, with both sides looking to make a statement early in the knockout phase. The President Federation Cup, Nigeria’s oldest national cup competition, continues to serve as a platform for clubs from different tiers to test themselves in a straight‑knockout format that often produces surprise results.
Sapele Lions have been paired with Adamawa United, while Bendel Insurance will face Crown FC in another intriguing contest as the Benin side seeks to extend its strong cup pedigree. Elkanemi Warriors will tackle Akwa United in a clash between two sides with rich histories in domestic competitions, adding further spice to the Round of 32 schedule.
Shooting Stars SC will confront Kada Warriors FC, and Wikki Tourists will play Bayelsa United in fixtures that promise attacking football and intense regional rivalries. Bida Lions face Warri Wolves, while Flight FC will lock horns with Mighty Jets FC as both sides chase a rare deep run in the competition.
Rivers United have been drawn against Rangers International in one of the standout fixtures of the round, bringing together two of the country’s most recognisable club sides in a tie that could have the feel of a final. Ejigbo City will face Nasarawa United, and Kogi United are set to meet Plateau United, with each of these fixtures offering lower‑profile clubs the opportunity to upset more established opponents.
The draw also pits Ingas FC against FC Basira, while Ikorodu City will clash with Jigawa Golden Stars in another contest that underscores the nationwide spread of the competition. Enyimba, one of Nigeria’s most successful clubs, will face Gombe United as they seek to add another domestic trophy to their cabinet.
In the youth‑flavoured tie of the round, Sunshine Stars U19 have been drawn against Warinje FC, providing a showcase for emerging talents hoping to announce themselves on the national stage. Barau FC complete the roster of fixtures with a tie against Abakaliki FC, as both sides aim to ride the momentum of their progress so far into a possible Cinderella run.
