By Wale Mustapha
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed the venues and dates for the Round of 16 fixtures of the 2025 President Federation Cup, with matches set to take place on Wednesday, April 16, at various locations across the country.
The standout fixture of the round will see a repeat of the 2023 final, as Enugu Rangers face off against Insurance FC. This thrilling encounter is scheduled to take place at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan, Lagos, at 4 p.m.
Meanwhile, Nasarawa United and Plateau United will return to the Prince Abubakar Audu University Stadium in Anyigba for their respective fixtures.
The first match will see Nasarawa United take on Bayelsa United at 10 a.m., followed by Plateau United’s clash with Osun United at 1 p.m.
Elsewhere, Enyimba, who have won the competition four times, will face Abakaliki FC in an exciting oriental derby at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu at 4 p.m.
Solution FC will meet Kwara United at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, with the first whistle set for 10 a.m.
In Abuja, Warri Wolves will take on Wikki Tourists at 1 p.m., while Ikorodu City will square off against Beyond Limits FA at 4 p.m. at the same venue.
Elkanemi Warriors, who triumphed in the previous edition of the Federation Cup with a 3-0 victory over Heartland FC in the final, will be watching with interest as the competition intensifies.
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