Access Bank Division One League 2025/26 Season Dates Announced
GHANA, ACCRA – Ghana’s second-tier football competition will kick off on 26 September 2025 and conclude on 11 May 2026, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) confirmed today. The Access Bank Division One League (DOL) – officially titled the ACCESS BANK Division One League – remains the critical pathway to Premier League promotion. Access Bank Division One League 2025/26 Season Dates Announced.
Key Schedule Highlights:
Start Date: Friday, 26 September 2025
End Date: Sunday, 11 May 2026
Duration: 7.5-month campaign (32-34 matchdays expected across 3 zones)
Strategic Timing & Impact:
Post-Premier League Start: Begins two weeks after the Ghana Premier League (12 Sept), allowing focus on top-flight opening fixtures.
Avoids Rainy Season: Late September start minimizes disruption from heavy rainfall, ensuring pitch quality and fixture integrity.
Promotion Race Climax: Early May finale sets stage for playoff clashes between zone winners (May 15–25) to decide Premier League promotion.
Grassroots Synergy: Overlaps with U15/U17 “Colts” leagues (Oct–Apr) and Regional Women’s Championship, maximizing talent exposure.
Broader Ecosystem Context:
Sponsorship Security: Access Bank’s continued backing reinforces financial stability for lower-tier clubs.
Pathway to Glory: 3 promoted teams will replace relegated GPL sides in the 2026/27 season.
Player Development: Vital platform for emerging talents before Premier League or continental transfers.
What’s Next:
Zone Fixtures: Expected release in August 2025
Club Licensing: Compliance checks for all 48 participating clubs (June–Sept 2025)
Preseason: August transfer window for squad strengthening
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The Division One League remains the heartbeat of Ghana’s football pyramid – where dreams of Premier League glory begin.