Akwa United FC face Godswill Akpabio United FC challenge in Akwa Ibom State FA Cup Semi-Final
The second semi-final of the 2025 Akwa Ibom State Federation Cup will see debutants Godswill Akpabio United FC face off against reigning champions Akwa United FC. The match will take place at the Uyo Township Stadium on Friday, February 21, 2025, at 3:00 PM.
Akwa United, under coach Kennedy Boboye, are the most successful team in the competition’s history and will be looking to defend their title. Their road to the semi-finals has been steady, with a 3-1 win over Pillars Investors Academy in the quarter-finals. The team has been dominant in the tournament in recent years and will carry the weight of experience into this match.
However, Godswill Akpabio United FC, coached by Patrick Udoh, will not be intimidated by the task at hand. As debutants in the competition, they have already shown their attacking prowess, dispatching Regnant Academy 6-0 in the quarter-finals. The Nigeria National League side made a strong start, and their high-scoring performance in the last round will surely give them confidence as they take on the defending champions.
Both teams will enter the semi-final with a point to prove. Akwa United FC, with their wealth of experience, will be keen to continue their dominance in the competition, while Godswill Akpabio United FC will be eager to show that they belong among the elite, despite their first-ever appearance in the tournament.
The winner will face Eagle Eye Academy in the final on Sunday, February 23, 2025, and will also secure a spot to represent Akwa Ibom at the national finals of the President Federation Cup.
This semi-final clash promises to be an exciting battle between two teams with different backgrounds but similar ambitions: Akwa United FC hoping to retain their crown, while Godswill Akpabio United FC aim to make a strong statement in their debut season.
