Clash of Titans: Rangers Face Kano Pillars in High-Stakes President Federation Cup Showdown
Football fans across Nigeria are in for a thrilling spectacle as the President Federation Cup sets the stage for an electrifying battle between two powerhouses—Rangers International FC of Enugu and Kano Pillars—right from the Round of 64. This clash of giants, both former champions, is one of the biggest talking points of the tournament so far, promising an early display of grit, passion, and sheer footballing excellence.
In the women’s event, former champions Bayelsa Queens will face last year’s finalists Naija Ratels in another early showdown that will test their title aspiration from the very start.
The President Federation Cup is more than just a competition; it is a stage where underdogs make history, giants fall, and legacies are built. With 64 men’s teams and 32 women’s teams ready to battle it out, fans can expect nothing less than breathtaking goals, dramatic upsets, and unforgettable moments.
Here’s the full list of fixtures for the opening round:
🔹 MEN’S ROUND OF 64 FIXTURES (March 19th, 2024)
- Rangers Int’l vs Kano Pillars
- El-Kanemi Warriors vs Simon Ben FC
- Enyimba FC vs El-Shama FC
- Yobe Desert Stars vs Abakaliki FC
- Katsina United vs Green Beret
- Nasarawa United vs Flight FC
- Ijele FC vs Lautau FC
- Bayelsa United vs EFCC FC
- FC Basira vs Atlantic FA
- Warri Wolves vs Wilbros FC
- Shooting Stars vs Zamfara United
- Wikki Tourists vs Edel FC
- Rovers FC vs Igbajo FC
- Ikorodu City vs Sunshine U19
- Crown FC vs NOSMAS FC
- Beyond Limit FC vs Krusaders FC
- Rivers United vs Barau FC
- Mighty Jets vs Imperial FC
- Akwa United vs Kebbi United
- Inter Lagos vs Harmony FA
- Sokoto United vs Jr. Danburan FC
- Lobi Stars vs Discovery Talent FC
- Solution FC vs Eagle Stars
- Kwara United vs Cynosure FC
- Gombe United vs Assemblies of God
- Sunshine Stars vs FC Bako
- Plateau United vs Ahudiyannem FC
- Osun United vs FWC FC
- ABS FC vs E-World
- Bendel Insurance vs Dandidi Babes
- Adamawa United vs Warinje Babes
- Heartland FC vs CP Strikers
🔹 WOMEN’S ROUND OF 32 FIXTURES
- Bayelsa Queens vs Naija Ratels –
- Rivers Angels vs Moje Queens
- Gallant Queens vs First Mahi Babes
- Remo Stars Ladies vs Plateau United Queens
- Dannaz Ladies vs GP World
- Delta Queens vs Jacklyn Angels
- Ibom Angels vs Sporting Angels
- Fortress Ladies vs Onimarg FC
- Heartland Queens vs Crystal Stars
- Osun Babes vs N-Youth Ladies
- Edo Queens vs Kada Queens
- Delta Babes vs Mighty Jets Mata
- Adamawa Queens vs Unification Ladies
- Sunshine Queens vs Castmog Ladies
- Confluence Queens vs Ahudiyannem Queens
- Nasarawa Amazons vs Kwara Ladies
From the historic clashes of the elite to the rise of underdogs, the President Federation Cup continues to be a tournament where passion meets opportunity. With clubs fighting for national glory, which teams will rise, and which will fall?
Mark your calendars for March 19th—this is where history begins!
