The countdown has begun to the 21st edition of the Supremacy Cup, as the official draw sets the stage for four days of exciting grassroots football action at the Legacy Pitch, Lagos, from November 9 to 12, 2026.
The tournament draw, unveiled through the competition’s official platform, has placed eight teams into two groups of four, setting up a series of compelling encounters featuring some of Nigeria’s emerging football talents.
Group A promises an intriguing contest, bringing together 36 Lion FC, Beyond Limits Football Academy, Edo Selected and Atlantic Selected. With four teams boasting ambitions of progressing to the next stage, the group is expected to deliver competitive fixtures and exciting football.
Group B is equally intriguing, featuring Ikorodu City FC, Bariga Stars Football Club, Badagry Selected and Collin Edwin Sports Club, popularly known as the Gladiators. The quartet will battle for qualification in what promises to be an engaging contest for a place in the latter stages of the competition.
Over four days, the iconic Legacy Pitch will become a focal point for grassroots football, with scouts, football agents, club representatives and enthusiasts expected to converge on Lagos to discover and assess some of the country’s most promising young players.
Now in its 21st edition, the Supremacy Cup has continued to strengthen its reputation as one of Nigeria’s established grassroots football and talent-discovery competitions. Through the years, the tournament has provided a competitive platform for young footballers to showcase their abilities, attract international attention and pursue opportunities in professional football.
Beyond the battle for silverware, the 2026 edition is expected to reinforce the tournament’s commitment to player development, talent identification and creating pathways for emerging Nigerian footballers to advance their careers.
With eight teams, two competitive groups and four days of football, the stage is set for another exciting chapter in the Supremacy Cup’s history.
Lagos is ready. The next generation is ready. Let the battle for supremacy begin!
