Doma United FC: Club Profile & 2026/27 NPFL Guide
Doma United return to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) for 2026/27, one of four privately owned clubs promoted together for the first time in league history — alongside Sporting Lagos, Inter Lagos and Ranchers Bees. Founded in 1994 and based in Doma, Nasarawa State, the club first reached the top flight in 2022 before being relegated during the 2023/24 season.
Club Background
This is Doma United’s second attempt at sustaining themselves in the NPFL, having previously been relegated after their 2022 promotion. The club has promised a merit-based squad approach heading into the new campaign.
How They Won Promotion
Doma United’s return was confirmed in March 2026 after a 2-0 win secured automatic promotion through the restructured Nigeria National League conference system, which sends the top finisher from each of four regional groups straight into the NPFL. They topped Conference C of the NNL with 26 points from 13 matches, conceding just eight goals all season.
2026/27 NPFL Season
Doma United face fellow-promoted Sporting Lagos in their first match of the new campaign, played in Gombe. The club has been active in pre-season, including signing a goalkeeper on a free transfer and a friendly against fellow-promoted-in-recent-years side Wikki Tourists.
FAQ: Doma United FC
When was Doma United founded?
1994, based in Doma, Nasarawa State.
Has Doma United played in the NPFL before?
Yes — they were promoted in 2022 and relegated during the 2023/24 season, so 2026/27 is their second spell in the top flight.
Who do Doma United play first in 2026/27?
Sporting Lagos, in a fixture played in Gombe.
Sources: Football in Nigeria, Daily Post Nigeria.