By: Martina Francia
The Liberia Football Association (LFA) has unveiled a sweeping increase in prize money and financial support across its top football competitions, with a strong emphasis on promoting women’s football in the country.
Speaking during the media engagement on Tuesday, the President of the Liberia Football Association, Mustapha Raji, stated that beginning with the 2025/26 season, the LFA First Division champions will see a 50% increase in prize money, now set at US$30,000 while the Women’s Upper Division champions will receive US$25,000, reflecting a 25% boost in their prize.
”These developments were unanimously approved during the latest LFA Executive Committee meeting held on Friday, August 8, 2025 at the association’s headquarters”, he said.
In a further commitment to elevating the women’s game, the LFA President announced a US$1,500 increment in subventions to Upper Women’s Division clubs, raising total seasonal support to US$7,500 per club.
Raji asserted that the additional funding is being facilitated through the CAF Impact Fund, underscoring the growing regional and international support for women’s football development in Liberia.
In another key change, the LFA Cup prize money has been increased and harmonized for both men’s and women’s competitions.
Meanwhile, each FA Cup winner will receive US$10,000, which marks a substantial shift from the previous structure, where the men’s champions received L$1.5 million, while the women’s champions received L$1 million.
The LFA President stated that these financial increases are part of a broader football development strategy designed to boost competitiveness, reward performance, and strengthen the overall structure of Liberian football.
“This is not just an investment in football, but in equity, opportunity, and excellence across all levels of the game,” said President Raji.
”With the new season approaching, these reforms are expected to energize clubs, players, and supporters, setting the stage for a more competitive and inclusive era in Liberian football”, The President stated.
