Giant-killers target upsets in Federation Cup Round of 32

The fixtures for the Round of 32 of the 2026 President Federation Cup have been confirmed, setting up several heavyweight clashes and potential giant-killing encounters across the country.

Nigeria’s oldest domestic cup competition enters another crucial stage with top Nigeria Premier Football League sides, lower division clubs and surprise packages all battling for places in the next round.

One of the standout fixtures will see Rivers United face Rangers International in a clash involving two of the country’s biggest clubs.

Former champions Enyimba FC will also face a difficult test against Gombe United, while Bendel Insurance take on Crown FC in another notable tie.

Shooting Stars will battle Kada Warriors, Wikki Tourists face Bayelsa United, while Elkanemi Warriors square up against Akwa United.

The competition also presents opportunities for lesser-known clubs to continue their fairytale runs, with teams like Flight FC, Ingas FC, Sunshine Stars U19 and Ejigbo City aiming to upset more established opponents.

Ikorodu City will face Jigawa Golden Stars, while Plateau United take on Kogi United.

Elsewhere, Bida Lions will clash with Warri Wolves and Barau FC will battle Abakaliki FC.

The President Federation Cup has continued to produce dramatic results and surprise eliminations over the years, with clubs from lower divisions regularly upsetting top-flight sides.

Fans are now expected to closely follow the Round of 32 fixtures as clubs intensify preparations for another round of knockout football.

Full Round of 32 fixtures

Kwara United vs Sokoto United

Sapele Lions FC vs Adamawa United

Bendel Insurance vs Crown FC

Elkanemi Warriors vs Akwa United

Shooting Stars vs Kada Warriors

Wikki Tourists vs Bayelsa United

Bida Lions FC vs Warri Wolves

Flight FC vs Mighty Jets FC

Rivers United vs Rangers Int’l

Ejigbo City vs Nasarawa United

Kogi United vs Plateau United

Ingas FC vs FC Basira

Ikorodu City vs Jigawa Golden Stars

Enyimba FC vs Gombe United