The 2026/27 AfriSportPro Youth League will begin in Akwa Ibom today, Saturday, October 3, with six matches scheduled for the opening matchday.
The Akwa Ibom Conference will feature 12 teams, with Matchday One spread across two days and three matches scheduled for Saturday and another three on Sunday.
The opening game will see newly formed CampGee Football Academy make its league debut against Krane FC U19 at 12 noon.
Willnam Pro FA will face Nichin FA at 1:45pm, while Solo Wonders FA will take on Eagle Flair FA at 3:30pm to complete Saturday’s fixtures.
On Sunday, Blessed Stars FA will begin their campaign against De Ark FA at 12 noon.
Palm Syrup Feeders will face Pillar Sports FA at 1:45pm, while Eagle Eye FA will play Efficient FA at 3:30pm.
Blessed Stars Academy, who won the Akwa Ibom Conference in 2025, return for another campaign as they look to compete for the title again.
The AfriSportPro Youth League is being played across ten states of the federation, providing a platform for youth teams and grassroots clubs to develop players and gain more visibility.
Ahead of the opening games in Akwa Ibom, Conference Chairman and CEO of the AfriSportPro Youth League, Chukwuebuka Ugwu, thanked everyone who contributed to the start of the competition, including the Akwa Ibom State Football Association.
Ugwu also reminded participating clubs about the league’s philosophy, stressing that the teams are the most important stakeholders in the competition.
He said the league was created to provide academy and grassroots club owners with a structured competition where young players can develop, gain visibility and attract scouting opportunities.
Ugwu urged all clubs to follow the league’s rules and regulations and maintain discipline among players, coaches and club officials.
He also called on clubs to use the proper channels when raising complaints, particularly issues involving match officials.
Punctuality was another issue highlighted by the league chairman, with clubs expected to arrive at match venues one hour before their scheduled kick-off time.
The AfriSportPro Youth League has also warned that lateness will attract fines, while only a 15-minute grace period will be allowed in cases of serious lateness after the scheduled kick-off time.
The opening matches in Akwa Ibom will officially start the 2026/27 campaign as the 12 participating teams begin their fight for points and the conference title.
