35 h. ago W’Cup qualifiers: Lesotho urges FIFA to be fair over Mokoena’s ban

The Secretary-General of the Lesotho Football Association, Mokhosi Mohapi, has admitted that the LFA didn’t file their protest against South Africa for fielding an ineligible player during their 2026 World Cup qualifying match last Friday, in accordance with the statutes but insists that they want FIFA to interpret the laws fairly, The PUNCH reports. Despite Read More

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38 h. ago Cricket: Junior Yellow Greens begin W’Cup qualifiers in Lagos

Nigeria’s male U-19 cricket team, the Junior Yellow Greens, will face Namibia in their first match of the 2026 ICC U-19 World Cup qualifiers on Friday (today), as they hope to clinch the country’s second ticket in the event on home soil, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Nigeria is hosting the final phase of the ICC Read More

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55 h. ago 2026 World Cup: Don’t Write Off Super Eagles, Unuanel Warns South Africa, Benin, Others

Former Enyimba of Aba coach, Samson David Unuanel, is confident that Nigeria’s Super Eagles can still turn around their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign despite a disappointing 1-1 draw against Zimbabwe on Tuesday in Uyo. Victor Osimhen had given Nigeria the desire lead before Tawanda Chirewa grabbed a late equalizer for the visitors. After six […]

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55 h. ago Algeria, Egypt, Morocco Close In On 2026 World Cup Qualifications

North Africans -Algeria, Egypt and Morocco have all moved closer to World Cup qualification with home success on Tuesday but South Africa face being docked points after fielding an ineligible player. South Africa opened up a five-point lead at the top of Group C of the African qualifiers after a 2-0 away win over Benin, […]

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55 h. ago Lesotho Petitions FIFA, Challenges South Africa’s Player Eligibility

The Lesotho Football Association (LFA), has sent a query to FIFA over the yellow cards accumulated by South Africa midfielder Teboho Mokoena in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Mokoena has been booked twice in the qualifiers, and was fielded by South Africa in last Friday’s 2-0 win over Lesotho. The Mamelodi Sundowns star should have […]

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67 h. ago World Bank expresses concern over Nigeria’s data, statistics quality

The World Bank has expressed concern over Nigeria’s poor statistical performance, noting that the country lags behind its aspirational peers such as Mexico, Colombia, South Africa and Brazil. According to a statement by the Director, Information and Public Relations, Mrs Julie Osagie-Jacobs, this was noted during a courtesy visit to the Minister of Budget and Read More

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3 d. ago World Cup Qualifiers: South Africa may lose three points for fielding ineligible player

South Africa‘s Bafana Bafana risk points deduction for fielding an ineligible player in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against read more World Cup Qualifiers: South Africa may lose three points for fielding ineligible player

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3 d. ago 2026 WC Qualifiers: Zimbabwe Dim Nigeria’s Chance As South Africa Beat Benin Republic

Zimbabwe held Nigeria to a 1-1 draw on Tuesday evening in a 2026 World Cup qualifiers, dimming the hope of the Super Eagles of reaching the competition. Details Later…

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4 d. ago W’Cup qualifiers: South Africa risk points deduction for fielding ineligible player

Group C leaders in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Africa qualifiers, South Africa, are at the risk of losing three points in the race for the automatic spot in the group after fielding an ineligible player during their 2-0 win over Lesotho last Friday. The player in question is midfielder Teboho Mokoena who accumulated two Read More

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5 d. ago 2025’s Best Online Casinos South Africa: Top SA Casino Websites for Bonuses & Game Variety

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5 d. ago W’Cup Qualifiers: Nigeria host Zimbabwe, other 21 fixtures for Monday, Tuesday

The race to secure a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, to be hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico, enters a decisive phase as African teams gear up for Matchday 6 of the qualifiers. With the stakes higher than ever, group leaders will aim to consolidate their positions, while teams in pursuit of Read More

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6 d. ago FIFA rulings shake up W’Cup qualifiers as S’Africa coach warns squad

South Africa coach, Hugo Broos, has warned his squad ahead of a key 2026 World Cup qualifier against Benin on Tuesday, while boardroom battles are looming in two other groups. “No one is guaranteed a regular starting place. We are a family of 23, not 11,” said the 72-year-old Belgian before the Group C leaders Read More

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6 d. ago EFCC Begins Investigation Of Lagos Suspect Arrested with $578,000

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has launched an investigation into Okorie Sunday, who was arrested at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos with $578,000. Sunday was apprehended, after arriving from Johannesburg, South Africa. He initially declared $279,000 but a search revealed an additional $299,000 hidden in various packages. Authorities also found €100 and […] The post EFCC Begins Investigation Of Lagos Suspect Arrested with $578,000 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Customs seize $578,000 undeclared cash, hand suspects to EFCC

The Nigeria Customs Service, Murtala Muhammed International Airport Command, said it intercepted a total of $578,000 falsely declared by an inbound passenger coming into Nigeria from South Africa. The Customs Area Controller in charge of the command, John Harrison, announced this while addressing journalists at the command on Friday. He explained that the suspect, Mr Read More

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9 d. ago Fear in Antarctic base as research team member is accused of assault

Tribune Online Fear in Antarctic base as research team member is accused of assault According to officials from South Africa’s Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE), which oversees the base, a “response plan to engage the individuals involved” was “immediately activated.”  Fear in Antarctic base as research team member is accused of assault Tribune Online

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1 week ago W’Cup qualifiers: Ekong, Ndidi, seven others expected as Eagles begin training

The Super Eagles will begin preparations earnestly for their 2026 World Cup qualifying match against Rwanda on Tuesday (today) with their first training session fixed in anticipation of more players in the team’s camp, The PUNCH reports. Nigeria’s camp opened in Kigali on Sunday with coach Eric Chelle and his assistants; Daniel Ogunmodede as well Read More

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1 week ago South Africa: No African country is important in Trump’s agenda – Shehu Sani

By Seyi Babalola Senator Shehu Sani, a former federal lawmaker, has indicated that no African country is important to President Donald Trump’s agenda. Sani asserted that no African country is essential in Trump’s agenda because the US President can say and do nasty things about Canada and Mexico. “The expulsion of South African Ambassador from […] The post South Africa: No African country is important in Trump’s agenda – Shehu Sani appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago U17 Women World Cup Qualifier: Flamingos Beat South Africa, Progress To Next Round

Nigeria’s Flamingos defeated South Africa 2-0 in the qualifying series for 2025 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup, to reach the final stage slated for next month. Recall that the Nigeria’s side had defeated the Bantwana 3-1 in the first leg of the clash, meaning they progressed to the next phase of the qualification race with […] The post U17 Women World Cup Qualifier: Flamingos Beat South Africa, Progress To Next Round appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago W’Cup qualifiers: Chelle, staff arrive Kigali today for Rwanda test

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle and his backroom staff are scheduled to arrive in Kigali on Sunday (today) as preparations begin for the crucial 2026 World Cup qualifying match against Rwanda. The Super Eagles will face the Amavubi in a must-win clash this week. On Tuesday, the France-born coach trimmed the initial 39-man squad Read More

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1 week ago South Africa condemns U.S. expulsion of Ambassador, calls for diplomatic courtesy

South Africa has expressed strong disappointment over the United States’ expulsion of its ambassador, Ebrahim Rasool, urging respect. read more South Africa condemns U.S. expulsion of Ambassador, calls for diplomatic courtesy

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