{
  "id": 12227715,
  "title": "NLO explains adoption of new format for 2026 Cup",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/nlo-explains-adoption-of-new-format-for-2026-cup",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-05T20:55:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/05/nlo-explains-adoption-of-new-format-for-2026-cup/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Nationwide League One (NLO) has disclosed its decision to adopt a home-and-away league format for the 2026 Cup competition. This move, according to the NLO, aims to ensure that participating clubs receive more fixtures. Dr Olushola Ogunnowo, the NLO Chief Operating Officer, revealed this in an interview with the league’s media outlet. He stated that the quantity of matches would be determined by the size of each zone. Ogunnowo emphasized that the new NLO Cup format offers a significant advantage: an increased number of match opportunities. Unlike the current single knockout fixture, the league format proposes a broader schedule of competitive games. He explained, \"The revitalised NLO Cup advances a more structured and competitive environment for NLO clubs.\" With more fixtures, players can demonstrate their abilities, coaches can enhance their teams, and clubs can strengthen their competitive identity. The NLO chief operating officer added, \"The home-and-away format will motivate clubs to relish the thrill of playing in front of supporters and to confront the challenges of away games.\"",
  "summary": "The Nationwide League One (NLO) has explained the reasons for adopting a home-and-away league format for the 2026 Cup competition. The NLO said the decision is aimed at guaranteeing more fixtures for participating clubs. The NLO Chief Operating Officer, Dr Olushola Ogunnowo, disclosed this in an interview with the league’s media channel. Ogunnowo noted that […] NLO explains adoption of new format…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}