9 h. ago 2026 WCQ: FIFA Clears South Africa In Player Eligibility Case

In a devastating blow for Nigeria and Benin Republic’s quest for a 2026 World Cup ticket, football’s governing body, FIFA has ruled out any disciplinary action against South Africa regarding allegations of fielding an ineligible player during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. This decision effectively extinguishes Nigeria’s hopes of benefiting from administrative sanctions within […]

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32 h. ago 2026 WC Qualifier: Panic In South Africa As FIFA Sanctions Equatorial Guinea Over Ineligible Player

Concerns were mounting among football authorities and supporters in South Africa following the recent ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), which upheld FIFA’s decision to penalise Equatorial Guinea for fielding an ineligible player during the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The West African nation has been docked six points—three from each of their […]

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4 d. ago 2026 WCQ: Why FIFA may not punish Bafana Bafana – Rayond Hack

Rayond Hack, an attorney and sports administrator, has expressed concern about the world football governing body’s delay in sanctioning Bafana Bafana for using an ineligible player during the ongoing World Cup qualifying series. According to Hack, FIFA may be contemplating the fact that Lesotho, the team immediately harmed by South Africa’s move, did not object […] The post 2026 WCQ: Why FIFA may not punish Bafana Bafana – Rayond Hack appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago WCQ: NFF Dismisses Statement Blaming Ekong, Dessers For Draw In S/Africa, To Punish Author

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has dissociated itself from a post-match statement that criticised some Super Eagles players after their 1-1 draw with South Africa in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier. The statement, issued by NFF Director of Communications Ademola Olajire, specifically criticised forward Cyriel Dessers and captain William Troost-Ekong. It described Dessers as […] The post WCQ: NFF Dismisses Statement Blaming Ekong, Dessers For Draw In S/Africa, To Punish Author appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago NFF Dismisses Reports Of FIFA Clearing South Africa Over Player Ineligibility Controversy

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has dismissed reports indicating that FIFA has cleared South Africa of any wrongdoing in the player ineligibility saga involving Teboho Mokoena. Ademola Olajire, the NFF’s Director of Communications, told News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Wednesday that no official communication has been received from FIFA regarding the matter. […]

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6 d. ago 2026 WC Qualifier: NFF Denies Rebuking Ekong, Dessers Over 1

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has distanced itself from a controversial press release that singled out Captain Troost Ekong and Cyriel Dessers for blame following the Super Eagles’ disappointing 1-1 draw against South Africa in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match on Tuesday. Nigeria needed a victory to maintain their hopes of securing […]

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6 d. ago 2026 WC Qualifier: NFF Criticises Dessers, Faults Ekong After Super Eagles’ Draw With South Africa

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has openly criticised striker Cyriel Dessers and faulted team captain William Troost-Ekong following the Super Eagles’ 1-1 draw against South Africa in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday in Bloemfontein. Nigeria, needing a win to revive fading hopes of qualifying for next year’s tournament in North America, suffered […]

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6 d. ago 2026 WCQ: We will keep fighting despite draw with Bafana — Super Eagles coach Chelle

By Seyi Babalola Eric Chelle, the Super Eagles’ head coach, has stated that his team will not give up in their bid to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. After a 1-1 draw with South Africa in Bloemfontein on Tuesday night, the three-time African champions suffered a significant setback in their quest to qualify […] The post 2026 WCQ: We will keep fighting despite draw with Bafana — Super Eagles coach Chelle appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago 2026 WCQ: FIFA Clarifies Qualification Debacle Ahead South Africa, Nigeria Clash

World football governing body, FIFA, has issued an official communication hours before the highly anticipated World Cup qualifier between South Africa and Nigeria on Tuesday, clarifying the permutations in Africa’s Group C. Bafana Bafana sit top of the group with 16 points, six clear of the Super Eagles who have struggled with just two wins […]

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7 d. ago 2026 World Cup Qualifier: Super Eagles face a make or break clash against South Africa

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will battle South Africa’s Bafana Bafana in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier at read more 2026 World Cup Qualifier: Super Eagles face a make or break clash against South Africa

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7 d. ago 2026 WCQ: Eagles Will Approach Bafana Bafana Match With Confidence, Says Captain Ekong

  Super Eagles captain, William Ekong has assured that there will be no diffidence in the Super Eagles’ play when they take on South Africa’s Bafana Bafana in a potentially-explosive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match in Bloemfontein on Tuesday night. The Saudi Arabia-based defender said the Eagles will also not be thinking of their […]

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7 d. ago 2026 WCQ: Rely on Lookman, Arokodare – Siasia to Super Eagles coach

By Seyi Babalola Former Nigeria coach Samson Siasia has advised Super Eagles boss Eric Chelle to make the most of Ademola Lookman’s set-piece ability and Tolu Arokodare’s physical presence when they face South Africa in a key 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday (today). Nigeria travels to Bloemfontein after a narrow 1-0 victory over […] The post 2026 WCQ: Rely on Lookman, Arokodare – Siasia to Super Eagles coach appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Super Eagles Arrive In South Africa For Crucial World Cup Match Without Osimhen

The Super Eagles of Nigeria departed for South Africa yesterday morning ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup African Qualifier (Matchday 8) clash against South Africa’s Bafana Bafana. The journey to South Africa was not without uncertainty, as South African aviation authorities initially withheld a landing permit for the Nigerian chartered flight. Fortunately, the […]

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9 d. ago Osimhen ruled out of Nigeria’s World Cup qualifier against South Africa

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has been ruled out of Nigeria’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against South Africa read more Osimhen ruled out of Nigeria’s World Cup qualifier against South Africa

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1 week ago FIFA appoints Gabonese referees for South Africa vs Nigeria World Cup qualifier

FIFA has confirmed that Gabonese referee Pierre Ghislain Atcho will take charge of next Tuesday’s 2026 World Cup qualifying match read more FIFA appoints Gabonese referees for South Africa vs Nigeria World Cup qualifier

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1 week ago Shabalala eager for Bafana breakthrough ahead of Super Eagles clash

Kaizer Chiefs forward Mduduzi Shabalala says he is determined to help South Africa’s Bafana Bafana qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the crucial Nigeria vs South Africa World Cup qualifier set for Tuesday in Bloemfontein. The 21-year-old forward was named in Hugo Broos’ squad for the qualifiers against Lesotho (Friday) and Nigeria (Tuesday), […] The post Shabalala eager for Bafana breakthrough ahead of Super Eagles clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Full House In Uyo As Osimhen, 3 Others Hit Super Eagles’ Camp For World Cup Qualifiers

The Super Eagles of Nigeria are fully assembled as they gear up for the pivotal 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and South Africa. Head coach Eric Chelle now has all 23 invited players ready for action following the arrival of Victor Osimhen, Samuel Chukwueze, Tolu Arokodare, Raphael Onyedika, and Christantus Uche yesterday evening. […]

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1 week ago 2026 WCQ: Rohr Urges FIFA To Deduct South Africa’s Points For Fielding Ineligible Player

Benin Republic coach Gernot Rohr has urged FIFA to take appropriate action by deducting three points from South Africa for fielding an ineligible player during the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. There is a potential points deduction looming over the team after Mokoena played in their 2-0 victory over Lesotho, despite being under suspension for receiving […]

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1 week ago Lookman, Dessers Arrive Super Eagles Training Camp For World Cup Qualifiers

The Super Eagles have welcomed the talented duo of Ademola Lookman and Cyriel Dessers into their training camp in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State capital ahead of crucial Group C matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and South Africa. Media Officer of the Super Eagles, Promise Efoghe announced their arrival to the […]

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1 week ago EFL Fines Grimsby Town After Shock Carabao Cup Win Over Manchester United

Grimsby Town have been fined after fielding an ineligible player during their Carabao Cup second-round victory over Manchester United. The League Two side shocked the Red Devils last week, winning 12-11 on penalties after the game ended 2-2 in regulation time. The Mariners were subsequently drawn to face Sheffield Wednesday in the third round of […] The post EFL Fines Grimsby Town After Shock Carabao Cup Win Over Manchester United appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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