FIFA Yet to Give Verdict on Nigeria's Petition Against DR Congo - NFF

FIFA Yet to Give Verdict on Nigeria’s Petition Against DR Congo – NFF

The Nigeria Football Federation has dismissed widespread reports that Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup hopes are over, insisting that FIFA has not issued any formal communication to the federation regarding the pending eligibility dispute involving DR Congo, and that quotes being circulated by multiple media outlets were lifted from a November 2025 FIFA publication rather than…

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2026 World Cup: Nigeria’s hopes revived by DR Congo players’ ineligibility claims

2026 World Cup: Nigeria’s hopes revived by DR Congo players’ ineligibility claims

Nigeria’s chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have reportedly been reignited following claims that DR Congo may be expelled from the competition for fielding ineligible players. In November, DR Congo defeated the Super Eagles on penalties to secure Africa’s ticket to the Intercontinental Playoffs for a place at the 2026 World Cup. However, reports suggest they could…

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