Akwa Ibom President Federation Cup: Godswill Akpabio United FC face Regnant Academy in tournament opener
The 2025 Akwa Ibom State President Federation Cup kicks off on Tuesday, 4th February, with an exciting first-round clash between Godswill Akpabio United FC and Regnant Football Academy at the Uyo Township Stadium. The match, scheduled for 3 p.m., marks the beginning of the competition, which will see two teams qualify as Akwa Ibom State representatives for the national finals.
MATCH PREVIEW: Debutants vs Returning Academy
Godswill Akpabio United FC, founded in 2024, are making their Federation Cup debut. Despite being a newly established club, they will be confident heading into the game, given their status as a Nigeria National League (NNL) side. With experienced ex-international Patrick Udoh at the helm, they will aim for a strong start in their first-ever Federation Cup campaign.
On the other hand, Regnant Football Academy are featuring in the tournament for the second time. Their first appearance in 2023 ended in a 2-0 first-round defeat to FC ONE Rocket. Coach Hope Michael and his non-league side will be hoping to go one better this time by upsetting their more established opponents.
Winner to Advance to the Next Round
This fixture is the first-ever meeting between the two teams. Given the knockout format of the competition, a winner must emerge at the end of the match. If the game ends in a draw after regulation time, it will proceed directly to a penalty shootout.
TOURNAMENT OVERVIEW
The 2025 Akwa Ibom State President Federation Cup features eight participating teams, with matches continuing until the grand finale on 23rd February. The top two teams in the competition will earn spots in the national Federation Cup, representing Akwa Ibom State.
With both sides eager to make an impression, the opening match promises an intriguing battle between a new force in state football and an academy looking to prove its potential.
2025 AKWA IBOM STATE PRESIDENT FEDERATION CUP FIXTURES
MALE CATEGORY: QUARTER-FINALS
- Godswill Akpabio United FC vs Regnant Football Academy
Date: 4th February 2025 | ⏰ Time: 3 p.m. - Akwa United FC vs Pillars Investors FA
Date: 6th February 2025 | ⏰ Time: 3 p.m. - 7th Wonders FA vs Eagle Eye FA
Date: 10th February 2025 | ⏰ Time: 3 p.m. - Heaven’s Race Academy vs Dakkada FC
Date: 11th February 2025 | ⏰ Time: 3 p.m.
SEMI-FINALS
- 1st Semi-final
7th Wonders FA/Eagle Eye FA vs Heaven’s Race Academy/Dakkada FC
Date: 19th February 2025 | ⏰ Time: 3 p.m. - 2nd Semi-final
Godswill Akpabio United FC/Regnant FA vs Akwa United FC/Pillars Investors FA
Date: 20th February 2025 | ⏰ Time: 3 p.m.
FINAL
- Winner of Semi-final 1 vs Winner of Semi-final 2
Date: 23rd February 2025 | ⏰ Time: 4 p.m.
FEMALE CATEGORY FINAL
- Ibom Angels FC vs Jacklyn Angels FC
Date: 23rd February 2025 | ⏰ Time: 2 p.m.
Venue for all matches: Uyo Township Stadium.
