The Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) has officially announced that the 2025/2026 season will commence on November 26, 2025, and conclude on April 22, 2026.

According to a statement from the NWFL Secretariat, a total of 20 clubs will compete in the season, which will see six teams relegated — a move designed to elevate competitive standards and intensify the battle for survival across the league.

The league calendar also features a brief Christmas break after Matchday 4, allowing players and officials to observe the festive season. Fixtures will resume on January 7, 2026, as clubs continue their quest for the championship.

“Our objective is to deliver a season that reflects the growth and increasing potential of women’s football in Nigeria,” the board stated. “We are committed to ensuring high-quality competition, transparency, and increased visibility for our teams and players.”

League officials reassured fans and stakeholders that the upcoming campaign will be professionally managed, featuring improved officiating standards, enhanced media coverage, and stronger fan engagement across match venues nationwide.

Bayelsa Queens enter the season as defending champions, having secured their sixth NWFL title in the 2024/2025 campaign. Rivers Angels and Pelican Stars remain the most decorated sides in league history, each boasting seven titles.