The race for the Amapro 2025 title is heating up as the quarter-final pairings have been officially confirmed. Football fans in Ilorin are in for a thrilling Friday at the Rashidi Yekini Mainbow, George Innih Stadium, with four blockbuster encounters on the card.
The quarterfinalists are now confirmed:
Kwara Football Academy (KFA) – Kwara State
Gateway FC – Ekiti State
Discovery Talent FC – Kebbi State
House of Prayer FC (HOP) – Kwara State
HMK FC – Osun State
Gaa Akanbi FC – Kwara State
Abraysports FC – Kwara State
Laycon FA – Kwara State (Offa)
All four matches will be played on Friday, with winners advancing to Saturday’s semifinals in what promises to be an action-packed weekend of football.
Defending champions Abraysports FC will have their hands full against a confident Gateway FC side that has shown the ability to score goals in bunches. With Abraysports looking to retain their crown and Gateway eager to dethrone them, this fixture is expected to be a fiery encounter.
In another headline clash, dark horses Gaa Akanbi FC will take on the resilient House of Prayer FC. Gaa Akanbi have impressed with their attacking style, but HOP have proven to be giant-slayers in this competition—setting up a mouthwatering duel.
Elsewhere, surprise package Discovery Talent FC faces a tough test against HMK FC, who bounced back from group stage setbacks to book their spot in the last eight. This match could go down to the wire, with both sides showing grit and determination in earlier rounds.
Rounding off the quarter-finals, KFA will lock horns with Laycon FA in what promises to be a tightly contested battle. Both sides have shown tactical discipline and mental toughness, making this one of the most evenly matched ties of the round.
Semifinal Pathway:
Winner of Abraysports FC vs Gateway FC will face the winner of Gaa Akanbi FC vs House of Prayer FC.
Winner of Discovery Talent FC vs HMK FC will clash with the winner of KFA vs Laycon FA.
Quarter-Finals Line-Up:
Abraysports FC vs Gateway FC
Gaa Akanbi FC vs House of Prayer FC (HOP)
Discovery Talent FC vs HMK FC
Kwara Football Academy (KFA) vs Laycon FA