Africa-Press – Gambia. The Gambia Football Federation (GFF) has announced a postponement of the 2025/26 domestic league season due to the unavailability of some designated football pitches.
The Division One league was originally scheduled to commence on 7th November 2025, but the Federation said on Friday that several league grounds are currently being used for ongoing Nawettans competitions, making them unavailable for league matches at this time.
“The GFF understands that this news will be met with disappointment by our esteemed clubs, dedicated players, and passionate supporters who have been eagerly anticipating the start of the new season. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience, disruption, or frustration caused by this unavoidable situation,” the Federation stated.
The GFF added that it is actively working on alternative arrangements to ensure a smooth and timely resumption of league activities. A new start date for the season will be communicated to all stakeholders once the arrangements are finalized.
The Federation reassured the public that the player registration period remains unaffected, continuing as scheduled, with the closing date set for 16th November 2025.
“We want to reassure everyone that the GFF is diligently working to ensure the league resumes under the best possible conditions, prioritizing both the safety of players and the quality of competition,” the statement added.
The GFF thanked clubs, players, and supporters for their understanding and cooperation during this period.
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