The Gabonese National-Foot 1 football championship will officially resume on Saturday, November 28, 2026, after several weeks of uncertainty. The announcement was made following a period of administrative blockage that lasted nearly three weeks. The season was initially set to start on October 24 but was postponed due to the need to finalize the Task Force on the renewal of Gabonese football and to allow for the issuance of technical approvals and receipts to all clubs and leagues.
The decision to suspend the launch of the new season was made by the National Professional Football League (Linafp) on October 13, 2026, under instructions from the Ministry of Sports. The suspension was lifted on November 5, 2026, paving the way for the season to start on November 28. The resumption of the championship is a relief for clubs and the entire Gabonese football community, who had been eagerly awaiting the start of the season.
The Ministry of Sports, under the leadership of Minister Paul Kessany, played a crucial role in resolving the impasse that had halted the season. The new start date brings an end to weeks of uncertainty and speculation surrounding the championship. However, several questions remain unanswered, including the start date for the National-Foot 2 and the Gabon Cup.
Despite the confirmed start date for National-Foot 1, the National Professional Football League has yet to publish the schedule for the first day of the championship. The league's publication of the calendar is eagerly anticipated by clubs and fans alike. The resumption of the championship marks a significant milestone for Gabonese football, which has faced numerous challenges in recent times.
The Task Force on the renewal of Gabonese football was established to address key issues affecting the sport in the country. The team's work has been instrumental in paving the way for the resumption of the championship. The issuance of technical approvals and receipts to clubs and leagues was a critical step in ensuring that the season could proceed.
The start of the National-Foot 1 season is expected to generate significant interest and excitement among football fans in Gabon. The championship will feature top teams and players from across the country, competing for honors and prizes. The season's resumption also presents an opportunity for Gabonese football to move forward and make progress.
As the National-Foot 1 season prepares to kick off, attention is turning to the upcoming fixtures and the prospects of the various teams competing. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see how the teams perform and which players make an impact. The season's outcome will be closely followed, and the implications for Gabonese football will be significant.
Key points
- The Gabonese National-Foot 1 football championship will resume on November 28, 2026.
- The season was postponed due to the need to finalize the Task Force on the renewal of Gabonese football.
- The National Professional Football League has yet to publish the schedule for the first day of the championship.
