Cup Shocker! Abakaliki FC Eliminate NPFL Side to Set Up Historic Final Clash with Kwara United

In a stunning turn of events at the semi-final stage of the 2025 President Federation Cup, third-division side Abakaliki FC (NLO) shocked the nation by knocking out top-flight club Ikorodu City (NPFL) in a dramatic penalty shootout.

After a tense 0-0 stalemate in regulation time, the underdogs from Ebonyi held their nerve to win 5-4 on penalties, booking a historic place in their first-ever Federation Cup final.

In the second semi-final, Kwara United secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Enugu Rangers thanks to a moment of magic from Alalade, who delivered the decisive blow to end Rangers' cup run.

The final showdown is now set:
🟢 Kwara United (12th in NPFL) vs ⚪ Abakaliki FC (NLO)
🏟️ President Federation Cup Final

With a CAF Confederation Cup ticket on the line, all eyes will be on this David vs Goliath battle. Can the NLO side complete their fairytale run, or will Kwara United's top-flight experience prove decisive?