FIFA World Cup 2026: Nigeria’s qualification hopes hinge on eligibility ruling
Nigeria national football team could still revive its FIFA World Cup 2026 hopes as FIFA reviews a complaint over player eligibility in DR Congo national football team’s qualifying win. Nigeria alleges ineligible dual nationals were fielded. If violations are confirmed, sanctions or a forfeit could reopen Nigeria’s path to qualification for the tournament in North America.
Nigeria national football team could still revive its FIFA World Cup 2026 hopes as FIFA reviews a complaint over player eligibility in DR Congo national football team’s qualifying win. Nigeria alleges ineligible dual nationals were fielded. If violations are confirmed, sanctions or a forfeit could reopen Nigeria’s path to qualification for the tournament in North America.
