MFM and First Bank face Nigeria Customs and ASO SKY Queens in the 2026 NBBF Zenith Bank Women's Basketball League semi-finals.
The stage is set for an explosive finish to the 2026 NBBF/Zenith Bank Women's Basketball League Final 8 as conference winners prepare to clash in the semi-finals.
Basketball fans in Lagos, Nigeria, will witness high-stakes action at the Indoor Sports Hall of the National Stadium, Surulere, as top teams battle for ultimate glory.
The intense match-ups were confirmed following a dramatic conclusion to the group phase, according to information published by Basquete.
Nigeria Customs Suffers First Defeat Against First Bank
Nigeria Customs entered the Final 8 as the dominant winners of the Savannah Conference, having swept all their matches across both phases.
After opening their campaign in Lagos with a victory over Air Warriors, their impressive winning streak came to a dramatic halt on Wednesday.
First Bank delivered a stellar performance to defeat Nigeria Customs 69-47 in their final Group B match, securing the top spot in the group.
MFM Maintains Unbeaten Run In Group A
In Group A, MFM continued their exceptional form by extending their winning streak during the tournament.
The Lagos-based side secured top spot in the group by defeating Savannah Conference rivals ASO SKY Queens with a score of 60-48.
This crucial victory set up a highly anticipated semi-final showdown against Nigeria Customs, with both teams targeting a place in the championship match.
Semi-Final Fixtures And Classification Matches In Lagos
The semi-final fixtures will take place on Friday at the Indoor Sports Hall of the National Stadium, Surulere, located in Lagos.
MFM will take on Nigeria Customs at 2pm, while First Bank will face ASO SKY Queens at 4pm in the battle for a record-extending 10th league title for the Elephant Girls.
Meanwhile, Air Warriors secured their first victory of the Final 8 by beating Victoria Queens 60-47, and Bayelsa Blue Whales defeated Titans 43-39.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is playing in the NBBF Zenith Bank Final 8 semi-finals?
MFM will face Nigeria Customs, and First Bank will take on ASO SKY Queens in the 2026 NBBF/Zenith Bank Women's Basketball League semi-finals.
Where are the Final 8 matches taking place?
All the semi-final fixtures and classification matches are being played at the Indoor Sports Hall of the National Stadium, Surulere, in Lagos, Nigeria.
How did First Bank qualify for the semi-finals?
First Bank finished top of Group B after handing Nigeria Customs their first defeat of the season with a 69-47 victory.
What time do the semi-final matches start on Friday?
MFM will take on Nigeria Customs at 2pm, and First Bank will face ASO SKY Queens at 4pm at the National Stadium in Lagos.
