The 2025/2026 LSFA State League commenced on April 21 with an engaging 2-2 draw between Team 360 FC and Chekas Feeders FC, providing a fitting curtain-raiser to the new campaign.
Matchday One fixtures across both the Mainland and Atlantic Conferences reflected a competitive start, with several closely contested encounters and notable performances.
In the Mainland Conference, Unizee FA and Utmost FC delivered an entertaining 3-3 draw. Defending champions Arubinjaga FA began their title defence on a positive note with a 2-1 victory over Ibeju Lekki United. Prodigy FC and AMA Smile FC played out a 2-2 draw, while FC Brave SL recorded an impressive 3-0 away win against Top FC. The fixture between Valour 1107 FC and Tuto Atlanta FC ended in a goalless stalemate.
In the Atlantic Conference, Ecas FA secured a 2-0 away victory over Young Strikers FC. Hephzibah SC recorded a similar 2-0 win against FC Gemstone, while Emajus FC defeated Bucknor FC 2-1 on the road. Power of De Cross SA edged Olufunke FA 1-0 to conclude the round of fixtures.
Focus now shifts to Matchday Two, with several key fixtures lined up. In the Mainland Conference, Tuto Atlanta FC will face Unizee FA, while FC Brave SL take on Arubinjaga FA. Ibeju Lekki United are set to play Prodigy FC, Utmost FC will meet Top FC, and AMA Smile FC will compete against Valour 1107 FC.
In the Atlantic Conference, Chekas Feeders FC will host Bucknor FC, while Olufunke FA welcome FC Gemstone. Emajus FC are scheduled to face Team 360 FC, Ecas FA will take on Power of De Cross SA, and Hephzibah SC will meet Young Strikers FC.
The League’s Chief Operating Officer, Musbau Oseni, expressed satisfaction with the overall standard of play and organisation observed during the opening fixtures. He further encouraged participating clubs to sustain the level of discipline and professionalism demonstrated across match venues.
The opening round has set a solid foundation for what is anticipated to be a competitive and well-contested season in the LSFA State League.
