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2026 TOURNAMENT · LIVE NOW · SEMI-FINAL WEEK
INTERCHURCH
FOOTBALL COMPETITION
2026
Playing for Christ • Competing with Excellence • Winning for Purpose
The biggest gathering of church football teams in Ibadan.
The competition is live! It’s Semi-Final week — the final four (RCCG City of David FC, CCC Imoleayo FC, VBCC FC & GLT FC) clash at The Polytechnic, Ibadan on Saturday 17 October for a coveted place in the Grand Final.
Live Now · SFKnockout & GroupsLive fixtures, standings & the road to the finalChampionship PrizesBecome a Sponsor
TOURNAMENT IN PROGRESS2026 SEASON · WEEK 5
Current StageWeek 5Semi-Finals · Sat 17 Oct
Next RoundWeek 6Final & 3rd Place
Knockout FormatTop 8Single Elimination
Grand FinalSun 25 OctChampionship Day
TOURNAMENT MILESTONE · IN PROGRESS
Opening Ceremony & Official Kickoff
The 2026 championship was officially inaugurated with worship, prayer, and kickoff fellowship at LICC Samonda. The tournament is now in Week 5 — Semi-Final week — with the final four church teams battling across Ibadan for a place in the Grand Championship Final.
Inauguration Date
Sunday, 30th Aug 2026
Worship & Fellowship (Concluded)
Kickoff Time
3:00 PM
Tournament Officially Underway
Inaugural Venue
LICC Samonda
@Light Cathedral, Samonda – UI Road
Our Vision
More Than Football
This competition is designed to unite churches, empower youths, discover talents and glorify Christ through sports.
Youth Empowerment
Equipping young people with discipline, teamwork and confidence that extends far beyond the game.
Talent Discovery
Creating a platform for hidden footballing talent within our churches to be seen and developed.
Evangelism
Using the universal language of sport to share the gospel with players, families and spectators alike.
Tournament Details
The Competition at a Glance
Spectator Admission
100% FREEOPEN ACCESS
Families, churches & supporters welcome
Tournament Format
6 Weeks: Group → Knockout → Final
Top 8 teams advanced to single-elimination
Participation
Church Teams Only
12 registered churches from across Ibadan
Match Venue
The Poly, Ibadan
North & South Campus Fields
6-WEEK TOURNAMENT STRUCTURE
Official Championship Roadmap & Stages
Follow the complete progression from the completed group stage into the knockout rounds.
WEEKS 1 – 3COMPLETED
Group Stage
All 12 churches played 3 group matches. 6 group qualifiers + 2 best losers advanced to the Quarter-Finals in Week 4.
WEEK 4COMPLETED
Quarter-Finals
Sat 10 – Sun 11 Oct: All 4 ties decided. RCCG City of David FC, CCC Imoleayo FC, VBCC FC & GLT FC advanced to the Semi-Finals.
WEEK 5LIVE NOW · SEMIS
Semi-Finals
Sat 17 Oct: The final four remaining churches battle head-to-head (2 PM & 4 PM) for a ticket to the Grand Championship Final.
WEEK 6GRAND FINALE
Final & 3rd Place
Sat 24 Oct (3rd Place Playoff) & Sun 25 Oct (Championship Final: Trophy + ₦150,000 + Gold Medals)!
Venues
Tournament Location
All tournament fixtures are played at the standard sports grounds of The Polytechnic, Ibadan.
Main Pitch
North Campus Field
The Polytechnic, Ibadan
Primary venue for Group A & B matchdays and all Knockout Stage clashes. Features standard professional sizing and spectator sidelines.
Surface: Natural GrassCapacity: Stand/Sideline
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South Campus Field
The Polytechnic, Ibadan
Primary venue for Group C & D matches. Offers standard match dimensions and excellent turf visibility.
Surface: Natural GrassCapacity: Stand/Sideline
Get DirectionsWhat’s Included
Why Join the Competition
Championship Trophy
Lift the official InterChurch Football Competition trophy in front of your church family.
Cash Prizes & Medals
1st: Trophy, Gold Medals & ₦150,000. 2nd: Silver Medals & ₦75,000. 3rd: Bronze Medals Only.
Media Coverage
Highlights, interviews and match recaps shared across our official media platforms.
MVP Award
Recognition and a special prize for the Most Valuable Player of the tournament.
Professional Photography
High-quality photos of every match day to capture and celebrate every moment.
Opening Ceremony
Grand inauguration celebrated with worship, prayer and community fellowship.
CHAMPIONSHIP REWARDS
Play for the Glory. Compete for the Prize.
Every match matters. Every goal counts. Fight for your church, compete with excellence, and earn your place among the teams that will make history at InterChurch Football Competition 2026.
1ST PLACEGrand Champion
Champion
₦150,000
Championship Prize
- 🏆 Official Championship Trophy
- 🥇 Official Gold Medals
- 💵 ₦150,000 Grand Cash Prize
Lift the prestigious InterChurch FC 2026 trophy (held for 1 month of church celebration), receive official Gold medals, and take home the ₦150,000 grand prize as tournament champions.
2ND PLACERunner-Up
Runner-Up
₦75,000
Runner-Up Prize
- 🥈 Official Silver Medals
- 💵 ₦75,000 Cash Prize
Finish among the tournament’s best, claim official Silver medals, and take home the official ₦75,000 second-place prize.
3RD PLACEPodium Finish
Third Place
Bronze Medal
Third-Place Recognition
- 🥉 Official Bronze Medals Only
Earn your place on the podium and receive official InterChurch FC Bronze medals.
Tournament Regulation
Official Championship Trophy Custody & Return Policy
As stipulated in the official rules and regulations signed by all participating teams, the Championship Trophy remains the perpetual symbol of the InterChurch Football Competition. The winning church is granted custody of the trophy to celebrate with their congregation and community, and must return the trophy to the tournament organizers on or before the end of one (1) month of collecting it, in good order.
Signed Regulation: Binding agreement signed by all registered churches
1-Month Custody: Maximum 30-day church celebration window
Safe Return: Returned to organizers in good order
CHAMPIONSHIP ROSTER
Championship Teams
12 church teams entered the 2026 championship. The Group Stage and Quarter-Finals are complete — the final four (RCCG City of David FC, CCC Imoleayo FC, VBCC FC & GLT FC) now battle in the Semi-Finals.
1st Group AGroup A
CAC TOPM Stars FC
Christ Apostolic Church
ApostolicQualified [Q]
2nd Group AGroup A
LICC FC
Lighthouse International Christian Centre
PentecostalQualified [Q]
3rd Group AGroup A
All Souls FC
All Souls' Church
Anglican
4th Group AGroup A
The Apostolic FC
The Apostolic Church
Apostolic
1st Group BGroup B
CCC Imoleayo FC
Celestial Church of Christ
Celestial
2nd Group BGroup B
GLT FC
God's Love Tabernacle
Pentecostal
1st Best LoserGroup B
VBCC FC
Vision Builder Christian Centre
PentecostalBest Loser [BL]
2nd Best LoserGroup B
RCCG City of David FC
Redeemed Christian Church of God
PentecostalBest Loser [BL]
1st Group CGroup C
CCC Apete FC
Celestial Church of Christ
CelestialQualified [Q]
2nd Group CGroup C
Triumphant Nation FC
Triumphant Christian Centre
PentecostalQualified [Q]
3rd Group CGroup C
LFC Alegongo FC
Living Faith Church
Pentecostal
4th Group CGroup C
Refuge FC
The Latter House
Pentecostal
Partner With Us
Sponsorship Tiers
Align your brand with faith, community and excellence. Sponsorship packages are available for businesses, ministries and individuals.
Platinum
₦1,000,000
- Title sponsorship naming rights
- Logo on all jerseys & banners
- Premium media mentions
- VIP seating at all matches
- Speaking slot at opening ceremony
Gold
₦500,000
- Logo on match-day banners
- Social media features
- Reserved seating
- Branding at award ceremony
- Mention in match commentary
Silver
₦300,000
- Logo on event programme
- Social media shout-out
- Reserved seating
- Certificate of partnership
Bronze
₦200,000
- Name listed on the official website
- Social media mention
- Certificate of partnership
Others
Custom Amount
- Choose your own partnership amount
- All benefits tailored to your contribution
- Recognition on our platforms
- Certificate of partnership
Moments
From the Pitch & Beyond
Need to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
The tournament is now in Week 5 — Semi-Final week! The Quarter-Finals concluded on Sunday 11th October, and the final four (RCCG City of David FC, CCC Imoleayo FC, VBCC FC and GLT FC) clash in the Semi-Finals on Saturday 17th October at The Polytechnic, Ibadan for a place in the Grand Final.
Yes! All matches are 100% FREE and open to the public. Come out and support your church team at The Polytechnic, Ibadan (North Campus Pitch) — families, friends, and supporters are warmly welcome.
Semi-Final fixtures are scheduled for Saturday 17th October 2026 at 2:00 PM (RCCG City of David FC vs CCC Imoleayo FC) and 4:00 PM (VBCC FC vs GLT FC) at The Polytechnic, Ibadan — North Campus Pitch.
Following the conclusion of the 3-week Group Stage, the top 2 teams from each of the 3 groups qualified automatically. In addition, the two highest-ranked 3rd-placed teams across the competition (VBCC FC and RCCG City of David FC) earned qualification as Best Losers (wildcards).
Selected matches, including the Semi-Finals and Grand Final, will be streamed live on our official social media channels. Full photo highlights and video recaps from every match day are also published.
Yes. 1st Place (Grand Champion) receives the Official Championship Trophy (held for 1 month of church celebration), Gold Medals, and ₦150,000 cash prize. 2nd Place (Runner-Up) receives Silver Medals and ₦75,000 cash prize. 3rd Place receives official Bronze Medals. Individual honors include MVP, Golden Boot (Top Scorer), and Golden Glove (Best Goalkeeper).
In accordance with tournament regulations signed by all registered churches, the Championship Trophy is the perpetual symbol of the competition. The winning church is granted custody to celebrate with their congregation and community, and must return the trophy to the organizers on or before the end of one (1) month of collecting it, in good order.
We offer flexible partnership tiers from Platinum to Custom. Click the 'Become a Partner' button on any sponsorship card or reach out to our team directly via hello@interchurchfc.com.ng or +234 806 999 4955.
Team registration for the 2026 edition is officially closed because the tournament is now in the knockout stages. Churches interested in participating in future editions or friendly fixtures can contact the organizers directly to be notified for the next season.
Experience the Action
Witness the Glory Live!
The 2026 season is live in Week 5 — Semi-Final week! The final four clash at The Polytechnic, Ibadan (North Campus Pitch) on Saturday 17 October.
Admission is completely free — come support your church and experience top-tier football fellowship.
4Semi-Finalists
100%Free Spectator Entry
1Championship Crown