FIFA DISMISSES NIGERIA’S ELIGIBILITY PROTEST AGAINST DR. CONGO
FIFA has dismissed Nigeria’s protest over the eligibility of DR Congo players, upholding the result of their playoff and ending the Super Eagles’ qualification bid.
Key Points:
Nigeria appealed on December 16, claiming up to nine DR Congo players violated dual citizenship rules.
FIFA rejected the appeal due to insufficient evidence.
The original match ended 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Rabat on November 16.
DR Congo’s victory secured their place in the intercontinental playoffs for World Cup qualification.
Nigerian fans have largely accepted the ruling, emphasizing that matches should be won on the pitch.
Many supporters called for the national team and federation to focus on rebuilding.
Attention now shifts to the Super Eagles’ campaign at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
Sources: , Social Media Reports
