The Nationwide League One has announced the kick-off date for the 2025 NLO Cup, a prominent football tournament in Nigeria. Scheduled to take place from Monday, December 8 to Wednesday, December 10, 2025, the competition will be hosted at the Bwari Stadium in Abuja.

Eight teams have been selected to participate in the tournament, showcasing their skills and competing for the top prize. The participating clubs include Dante FC, Likeminds FC, Jnr Danburam FC, HB FC, Lapai FA, FC Nasarawa, Galadima FC, and S1 14 FC, as well as Simonben FC. These teams represent various regions in Nigeria, including the Federal Capital Territory, Katsina, Niger, and Kaduna.

The NLO Cup has a precedent of exciting matches, with Tudun Wada FC emerging as the winner of the inaugural edition. They defeated Palm Syrup in the final match, setting a high standard for subsequent competitions. The 2025 tournament is expected to follow suit, with the selected teams demonstrating their prowess and vying for the championship title.

The staging of the NLO Cup at the Bwari Stadium in Abuja highlights the city’s capacity to host significant sporting events. As the tournament approaches, football enthusiasts and fans of the participating teams are anticipated to gather at the stadium, creating an electric atmosphere and cheering on their favorite teams.

With the kick-off date announced, preparations are underway for the 2025 NLO Cup. The tournament promises to be an exciting display of Nigerian football talent, with the participating teams striving to outdo one another and claim the championship. As the competition unfolds, it is likely to attract considerable attention from football fans across the country and beyond, further solidifying the NLO Cup’s position as a notable event in Nigeria’s football calendar.