AAYK Football Club has been officially informed by the Nationwide League One (NLO) Secretariat of the arrangements for the decisive promotion playoff fixture between the winners of the Ile-Ife and Ileogbo tournament centres.
According to a communication issued by the NLO and signed by the league’s Chief Operating Officer, Dr. Olushola Ogunnowo, AAYK FC will face Dokkal Khairu FC in a one-legged playoff encounter scheduled to determine the team that advances from the Osun State centres.
Following a comprehensive review of tournament logistics and in the interest of maintaining fairness and neutrality, the NLO has designated the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, as the venue for the high-stakes fixture.
The match details are as follows:
Fixture: AAYK FC vs Dokkal Khairu FC
Venue: Oluyemi Kayode Stadium, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State
Date: Thursday, June 11, 2026
Kick-off Time: 1:00 PM
As stipulated by the league organizers, the playoff will be decided on the day, with provisions for extra time and penalty shootouts should the game end level after regulation time.
AAYK FC welcomes the decision of the NLO to ensure a neutral and conducive environment for this important fixture and remains fully committed to competing with the highest level of professionalism, discipline and sportsmanship.
The club has commenced necessary travel and logistical preparations ahead of the encounter and is focused on delivering a performance worthy of its supporters, management and stakeholders who have stood firmly behind the team throughout the campaign.
This playoff represents another significant milestone in AAYK FC’s journey, following an impressive outing at the Ile-Ife Centre where the team demonstrated positive mentality, consistency and quality to emerge as group winners.
The management, technical crew and players are united in purpose as they prepare for what promises to be a thrilling contest against a formidable Dokkal Khairu FC side.
AAYK FC wishes to appreciate its loyal supporters, partners and football-loving fans for their unshakeable encouragement and calls on them to continue their support as the team battles for a place in the next phase of the Nationwide League One competition.
