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Nigeria’s largest grassroots event kicks off on July 23. The application period has officially closed and 1xBet has announced the 100 teams that will compete in the new 1xCup season.
Experienced teams, already accustomed to the pressure of big matches, and bold newcomers will fight for the title and generous prize money. All participants are very motivated and enthusiastic, since the prestige of their community and the dream of starting a professional football career are at stake.
Preparations for the first games have already begun
From June 1 to 19, online registration was open for teams wishing to participate in the 1xCup 2026. Each amateur club in Lagos had a unique opportunity to join the largest grassroots tournament in our country. The application period officially closed and on July 7, 1xBet announced the list of teams that will compete for victory in the fourth season of the 1xCup.
The first qualifying matches for the 1xCup 2026 will begin on July 23 at the Inspire Sports Ground stadium. The 100 participants have been grouped into divisions according to the IBILE system: Ikorodu, Badagry, Ikeja, Lagos Division and Epe. They will all compete for 24 spots in the group stage to represent their districts in the main stage of the tournament, which begins on September 11.
From the first qualifying matches, fans will be able to savor the unique atmosphere of Nigerian football. There will be no ties in this round; If the teams cannot determine a winner in regulation time, the match will be decided by a penalty shootout. There is no time to warm up: each club must give their all from the first game.
Team synergy, trust in the ideas of the coaching staff and total commitment: only in this way will you be able to secure a place in the top five of your division and qualify for the group stage.
The 1xCup 2026 is not only a race for the trophy and prize money, but also a stepping stone to professional football. Starting with the knockout phase, scouts from African and European clubs will attend all the matches of the tournament to find possible new signings. More than 30 players who have stood out over the last three seasons have signed their first professional contracts with teams in Nigeria, Bulgaria, Albania and Norway.
Supporting young talents has always been a key mission of the 1xCup 2026. This is where dreams come true and new football stars are born.
The 1xCup 2026 brings together amateur football teams, talented young players, coaches and local communities in Nigeria. For the first time, the list of participants includes clubs from all divisions of Lagos, who will fight to the end for the honor of their streets and their loved ones.
The qualifying matches are just around the corner. Follow the 1xCup 2026, support your local teams and get into the spirit of Nigeria’s largest amateur football tournament with 1xBet!
For the latest 1xCup 2026 results and tournament updates, visit the 1xCup official site instagram page.
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