The 2025 Akwa Ibom State President Federation Cup kicks off today Tuesday, February 4, 2025 with an exciting first-round clash between Godswill Akpabio United FC and Regnant Football Academy at the Uyo Township Stadium by 3pm., marking the beginning of the competition, which will see two teams qualify as Akwa Ibom State representatives for the National finals.
Godswill Akpabio United FC, founded in 2024, are making their Federation Cup debut. Despite their recent establishment, 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 be aiming 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 with 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.
This fixture is the first-ever meeting between the two teams. Given the knockout format of the competition, there must be a winner at the end of the match. If the game ends in a draw after regulation time, it will proceed directly to a penalty shootout.
The victorious team will move on to face the winner of Dakkada FC vs. Heavens Race Academy in the next round.
It would be recalled that the 2025 Akwa Ibom State President Federation Cup draws features eight participating teams in the male category, and matches will continue onto the grand finale on February 23, 2025 With the top two teams from the competition earning 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 and an academy looking to prove its potential.
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