2026 WCQ: Nigeria Back in Contention as South Africa Face Possible Points Deduction

2026 WCQ: Nigeria Back in Contention as South Africa Face Possible Points Deduction

Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have received a significant lift, following reports that South Africa could face points deduction for fielding an ineligible player during their qualifying campaign. According to South African outlet Soccer Laduma, Bafana are risk being ducted points after Teboho Mokoena was fielded against Lesotho, despite having accumulated two yellow cards in previous matches. FIFA regulations clearly …

Ineligible Player - South Africa FA Accepts Three Points Deduction After Contact With FIFA - OwnGoal Nigeria

South Africa Football Association (SAFA) have accepted a three points, three goals deduction from football governing body after they were found guilty of fielding an ineligible player in their 2-0 win over Lesotho, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Teboho Mokoena wa supposed to be suspended for the game after picking up two bookings in previous games, but he […]