The stage is set for a thrilling showdown in the Nationwide League One (NLO) as Chekas United FC and Hephzibah SC prepare to clash in the Alade Stadium Winners’ Playoff on Thursday, June 11, 2026.
The highly anticipated encounter, scheduled for 10:00am at the Alade Sports Centre in Ipaja Command, Alimosho, Lagos, will determine which side advances to the NLO Lagos Playoff phase in the race for promotion to the Nigeria National League (NNL).
Both clubs head into the decisive fixture unbeaten after dominating their respective groups during the NLO Division One campaign.
Chekas United FC emerged champions of the Alade Stadium 1 group under coach Richard Nwosu, extending their impressive unbeaten run to 17 matches across all competitions.
The side also established itself as one of the most defensively solid teams in the competition, conceding just one goal throughout the group stage while recording notable victories against Seamoriow FC and Vinod FA.
Hephzibah SC, winners of the Alade Stadium 2 group, also enjoyed an unbeaten campaign marked by strong attacking displays and tactical discipline.
The team conceded only once during the group phase and secured emphatic wins, including a dominant performance against Okaka FC.
Thursday’s encounter is expected to be fiercely contested, with both teams aware of the enormous stakes attached to the playoff.
The winner of the tie will qualify for the NLO Lagos Playoff, where four teams will compete for the two available promotion slots to the Nigeria National League (NNL).
