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The official trophy for the 2026 Orange FA Cup has been unveiled ahead of the highly anticipated final between East End Lions and Mighty Blackpool, setting the stage for one of the biggest fixtures in Sierra Leone football.
The two historic clubs will face off on Saturday, 20 June 2026, at the Southern Arena in Bo City, where they will compete for one of the country’s most prestigious football titles.
The unveiling of the Orange FA Cup trophy marks the final countdown to the championship match, which is expected to attract football fans, stakeholders, and sports enthusiasts from across the country.
The trophy symbolizes the culmination of months of competition, determination, and resilience displayed by teams throughout the tournament.
East End Lions and Mighty Blackpool, both among Sierra Leone’s most successful and widely supported football clubs, enter the final with a rich history and longstanding rivalry that has produced some of the most memorable moments in the nation’s football landscape.
The final is expected to showcase the best of Sierra Leonean football as the two sides battle for supremacy and the opportunity to lift the coveted trophy. Supporters of both clubs have already begun preparations for what is anticipated to be a highly competitive encounter.
Football authorities and stakeholders have described the match as a significant occasion for the sport, with the Southern Arena set to host a large gathering of fans and dignitaries for the championship showdown.
With the trophy now on display and the stage fully set, all eyes will be on the Southern Arena on Saturday as East End Lions and Mighty Blackpool renew their rivalry in pursuit of FA Cup glory and the title of 2026 Orange FA Cup champions.
