Akwa United FC, Ibom Angels Crowned 2026 Akwa Ibom State FA Cup Champions
Akwa United FC and Ibom Angels FC have emerged champions of the 2026 Akwa Ibom State FA Cup after both teams successfully defended their titles in a colourful grand finale held on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at the Uyo Township Stadium.
The day’s action began with the women’s final at 2 pm, where Ibom Angels defeated Solo Wonders 2–0 to retain their crown. The champions scored one goal in each half in a composed performance that sealed another FA Cup triumph. The Chairman of the Akwa Ibom State Football Association, Samuel Umoh, later decorated Ibom Angels as winners of the women’s category.
Attention later shifted to the men’s final, which was keenly contested between Akwa United FC and Godswill Akpabio United FC. Despite several chances from both sides, regulation time ended goalless, forcing the game into a penalty shootout.
Akwa United goalkeeper Okechukwu emerged as the hero of the day, saving three spot kicks to guide the Promise Keepers to a 5–4 victory on penalties and secure a record extending title.
Special Guest of Honour, Dušan Vujačić, performed the ceremonial kick off for the men’s final and later presented medals and the trophy to Akwa United following their triumph.
Earlier on arrival, Vujačić, a FIFA licensed agent and Chief Executive Officer of Dukaso Sports, was received at the Uyo Township Stadium by the Chairman of the Akwa Ibom State Football Association, Samuel Umoh.
He was accompanied by a delegation that included eight foreign scouts, Nigerian coach Abdul Maikaba, and President and Chief Executive Officer of P Sports FA, Ojo Paul Omamomo. The group was in attendance to scout talents during the finals.
Vujačić, who manages several players and coaches globally, including Carlos Queiroz, added international presence to the competition, which once again showcased the growing standard of football in Akwa Ibom State.
The finals also had in attendance respected Nigerian coaches Monday Odigie and Patrick Udoh, Akwa Ibom State FA Board members, football stakeholders, and a cheering crowd of supporters who were thrilled by the entertaining performances.
With the Akwa Ibom State FA Cup final now concluded in style, all four finalists Akwa United FC, Godswill Akpabio United FC, Ibom Angels FC and Solo Wonders will represent the state at the 2026 Nigeria President Federation Cup.
