FAM announces Atoll Championship dates as registration opens

The Football Association of Maldives (FAM) has announced the dates for the 2026/27 Atoll Championship, with registration now open for island teams ahead of the tournament’s scheduled start in October.

The competition is set to begin on 17 October 2026, as FAM continues its efforts to expand football development beyond the capital and provide more opportunities for players in the country’s islands.

Teams wishing to take part have until 20 September 2026 to complete their registration and submit the required documentation.

FAM has introduced a digital registration system for the competition, allowing participating teams to submit their applications and supporting documents online through the association’s competition portal.

The Atoll Championship has become an important part of the Maldivian football calendar, bringing together teams from across the country’s atolls and giving local players an opportunity to compete at a higher level.

The tournament is also viewed as an important pathway for identifying emerging talent outside Malé, with island-based players able to attract attention through performances in the competition.

With registration now underway, island teams have just over two weeks after the September deadline to prepare for the opening of the championship on 17 October.

Further details on the groups and fixtures are expected to be released by FAM following the completion of the registration process.