The 2025/26 MTN FA Cup preliminary round continues this weekend with a series of exciting fixtures across the country, as lower-tier clubs battle for a place in the prestigious Round of 64.

At the TnA Stadium in Tarkwa, Sekondi Rospak FC host former Premier League side Elmina Sharks on Saturday, October 25, 2025, in what promises to be a thrilling encounter. Both sides will be eager to make a statement as they begin their quest for FA Cup glory.

Football fans are in for a treat with 12 matches lined up across various venues, setting the stage for an action-packed weekend as the journey to this season’s silverware gets underway.

In the Northern Zone, Zorkor United will host Real Tamale United at the Kurt Okraku Technical Centre, while Northern Zaytuna FC make the trip to face Young Heroes FC and Bis Paradise take on Tarkwa Barcelona at Kobby’s Astro Turf in Takoradi.

Elsewhere, Semper Fi will meet New Town Youth at the McDan Sports Complex and Victory Club Warriors host Steadfast FC in another exciting tie.

All matches are scheduled to kick off at 3:00 p.m. local time.

The preliminary round, which runs from October 24–27, 2025, features teams from the Access Bank Division One League and Regional Division Two Leagues competing for a coveted spot in the Round of 64.

The winners from this stage will advance to join the 18 Premier League clubs, where the competition is expected to intensify as lower-tier sides look to challenge the nation’s elite in the next phase.