The first edition of the River Park Football Club tournament will kick off in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Abuja, on Saturday, October 10, 2026 with eight teams divided into two groups in a 10-a-side competition format.
A statement signed by the chairman of the Local Organising Committee, LOC, Mr. Tobby Obiefuna, stated that the tournament was designed annually aimed at igniting a passion for football, elevate physical fitness and unite soccer enthusiasts within and beyond Riverpark City through the power of the game.
The opening match scheduled for 4pm on Saturday will be between the host, River Park FC, a registered football club that has been in existence for over eight years and Elite FC at the River Park Field, Cluster 3, River Park Estate, Along Airport Road, Abuja.
Mr. Obiefuna, in the statement, said, “Our core objectives are to promote physical fitness, celebrate a shared love for the game and build strong bonds among football enthusiasts both within and outside River Park City.
“Inspired by the high caliber of experienced players within our ranks, we decided to launch our inaugural tournament.
“To ensure a highly competitive and engaging experience, we streamlined the format to a 10-a-side competition featuring eight exceptional teams.
“These teams have been drawn into two groups:
Group A: Riverpark FC (Host), Elite FC, Zealfield FA and Gazebo FC
“Group B: Titan FC, Avengers FC, Cyclick FC, and CRD FC
“The tournament will officially kick off on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 4:00 PM, with an exciting opening match between the host, Riverpark FC, and Elite FC. The competition will run through November 8, 2026.
“The Local Organising Committee and our generous tournament sponsors have worked tirelessly to ensure a flawless event. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards by utilising excellent facilities and engaging the services of top CAF-licensed match officials.
“As chairman of the Local Organising Committee, I am confident that this tournament will be a top-notch, successful, and memorable event for everyone involved.”
