The President Federation Cup (PFC) 2025 final between Kwara United and Abakiliki FC is set to be a highly anticipated match, with Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle in attendance to scout for new talent. The match is scheduled to take place on June 28, 2025, at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos.
Chelle’s presence at the match is significant, as he is looking to evaluate local talent for the upcoming African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024.
The tournament, which will feature players active in their respective domestic leagues, is set to take place from August 2-30, 2025, in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. Nigeria is drawn in Group C alongside Senegal, Sudan, and Congo Brazzaville.
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The PFC 2025 final presents a rare opportunity for players from both teams to potentially earn a call-up to the Super Eagles. Kwara United and Abakiliki FC players are expected to give their all, knowing that Chelle will be watching them from the stands.
Super Eagles Coach Eric Chelle. ( Photo credits: Imago)
The match is not just about the PFC trophy; it’s also about national team implications. Kwara United is chasing their first Federation Cup title in decades, while Abakiliki FC is on the verge of making history as the first lower league side to lift the prestigious trophy in the modern era.
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The PFC 2025 final is set to double as both a domestic showdown and a Super Eagles audition, raising the stakes for every player set to feature.
With Chelle in attendance, the match promises to be an exciting and high-intensity affair, with players from both teams looking to shine and potentially earn a call-up to the national team.
The players will not only play for the trophy but also play to earn a call-up to the national team, it is the dream of every player to represent their national team.
