The stage is set for an exciting round of matches in the 2026 President Federation Cup Women’s National Playoffs, with teams from across Nigeria scheduled to battle for supremacy on Wednesday, May 6.
Four high-stakes fixtures will take place across different venues, showcasing some of the finest talents in women’s football.
Each match promises intense competition as clubs aim to advance further in the prestigious national tournament.
Match Fixtures
NAF Queens (FCT) vs Model Queen FC (Kwara) — Minna venue
Kada Queens FC (Kaduna) vs Mighty Jets Mata FC (Plateau) — Abuja venue
Bayelsa Princesses FC (Bayelsa) vs Ikukuoma Queens (Imo) — Asaba venue
Zorha Queens FC (Enugu) vs Eshinghton FC (Ebonyi) — Aba venue
All fixtures are slated for Wednesday, May 6, with venues spread across Minna, Abuja, Asaba, and Aba to ensure regional balance and fan accessibility.
Football enthusiasts can expect a thrilling display of skill, determination, and tactical excellence as these teams compete for a place in the next stage of the competition.
The playoffs not only highlight the growth of women’s football in Nigeria but also provide a platform for emerging talents to shine on a national stage.
As anticipation builds, fans and stakeholders alike will be watching closely to see which teams rise to the occasion and move one step closer to Federation Cup glory.
Samuel Ahmadu is a distinguished multimedia journalist and women's football expert with over 15 years of experience in the industry. On the back of domestic engagement since 2008, he began his international career journey at Goal.com in February 2014, where he served as an African women's football correspondent for nearly eight years. During his tenure at Goal.com, Samuel covered major events such as three Women's Africa Cup of Nations (2016, 2018, 2022) and the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup in Canada plus 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. His work at Goal.com earned him widespread acclaim, particularly for his in-depth profiles of African football stars, notably Asisat Oshoala, whose rise he documented from her early years to her breakthrough at the FIFA U20 Women's World Cup in 2014. Prior to his role at Goal.com, Samuel freelanced for various print and broadcast media outlets in Nigeria, including Graphics Newspaper, Radio Nigeria, Grace FM, and Savid Newspaper. His extensive experience and expertise led to his appointment to the Nigeria Football Federation's Standing Committee on Women's Football Development from 2016 to 2018. Since February 2018, Samuel has been the Social Media Manager for Nigeria's women's national teams.In 2019, Samuel joined the Confederation of African Football (CAF) as a women's football content contributor and was promoted to Women's Football Editor in 2021. His contributions to women's football continued as he worked as a Media Consultant for Content Creation and Editorials at the 2022 CAF Women's Champions League. Currently, Samuel also serves as the spokesman for the Nigeria Women Football League, further solidifying his influence and dedication to the growth of women's football in Africa.
