NWFL Championship kickoff with Group A double-header in Calabar

The 2026 Nigeria Women Football League, NWFL, Championship is set begin with two Group A matches at the U.J. Esuene Stadium, Calabar.

First Mahi Babes will face Delta Babes FC in the opening fixture on Saturday. The game will kick-off at 9am.

DreamStars Ladies will take on Rosaria Victrix in the second Group A encounter. Kick-off is set at 11.30am.

Pelican Stars, Ikukuoma Queens, Moje Queens and Gallant Queens will compete in Group B.

Group C consist of Rangers Women, Unification Queens, Fortress Ladies and Wazbak International.

The matches mark the start of the race for promotion to the NWFL.

The U.J. Esuene Stadium in Calabar will host all Group A fixtures for the opening phase of the championship.

The 2026 Championship will feature clubs from across the country competing for promotion slots.