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How FIFA shielded ineligible DR Congo player in Nigeria World Cup qualifier – Report

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Fresh revelations have raised serious questions over FIFA’s handling of an eligibility breach involving DR Congo goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi, who

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Fifa reportedly allowed DR Congo into World Cup despite ineligible player in qualifying

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Fifa allowed the Democratic Republic of the Congo to compete at this summer’s World Cup despite reports suggesting an internal investigation found that the country had fielded an ineligible player in qualifying.

Busari names 21-player Flamingos squad for 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup

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Flamingos head coach Akeem Busari has selected 21 players for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The list includes team captain Harmony Chidi, defenders Elizabeth Adesuyi and Esther Stephen, midfielders Mary Dustan and Favour Nkwocha,…

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FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup 2026: Busari names 21 Flamingos

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Head Coach Akeem Busari has selected his list of 21 players to fly Nigeria’s flag at the 2026 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup finals, which

FIFA faces scrutiny over DR Congo goalkeeper eligibility claims

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FIFA is facing renewed scrutiny following reports that DR Congo goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi may have been ineligible to represent the country during their decisive 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign.According to reports by The New York Times…

FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup: Busari lists Harmony, Adegbuyi, 19 others for Morocco

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Head Coach Akeem Busari has selected his list of 21 players to fly Nigeria’s flag at the 2026 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup finals, which will take place in Morocco, 17th October – 8th October. The list includes team captain Harmony Chidi,…

Black Maidens suffer 3-0 defeat to China ahead of FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup

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Ghana’s Black Maidens suffered a 3-0 defeat to China in a high-profile friendly on Monday as preparations continue for the 2026 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.The match was played at Stade Hay Moulay Rachid, with Ghana competing…

FIFA knew DR Congo fielded ineligible player against Nigeria — Report

The match was played in November 2025 in Rabat, Morocco, with DR Congo advancing 4-3 on penalties after the encounter ended 1-1.

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FIFA finds DR Congo goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi ineligible during World Cup qualifying campaign

Investigations by Le Monde and The New York Times reveal that FIFA’s legal team

Media reports allege FIFA knew Congo's Mpasi was ineligible for World Cup

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Ahead of the World Cup, FIFA knew that Congo’s goalkeeper was ineligible, but they allowed him to continue at the tournament. This is what media reports released by the New York Times and Le Monde on Tuesday suggest.

Nigeria could have replaced DR Congo at World Cup, FIFA documents show

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Mosengo-Omba later resigned as CAF secretary-general in March amid governance concerns

Norway Target Infantino In Unprecedented Double Complaint To FIFA Committees

In an unprecedented move that has sent shockwaves through the corridors of international football, the Norwegian Football Federation (NFF) has formally filed two major complaints with FIFA bodies, targeting President Gianni Infantino and…

FIFA Knew DR Congo Used Ineligible Player Against Nigeria In World Cup Play-off

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FIFA knew Democratic Republic of Congo goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi was ineligible to play against the Super Eagles of Nigeria in their 2026 World Cup...

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FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup: Busari Names 21 Flamingos For Morocco

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Nigeria head coach Akeem Busari has named a 21-player squad for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco, with the Flamingos set to depart the country on Wednesday. The tournament will be held from 17 October to 7 November, with 24…

FIFA chief Infantino’s ‘abuse of power’ questioned by Norway in complaints

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The three complaints filed by Norway's football body ask FIFA's Ethics Committee to examine Infantino's conduct.

FIFA knew DR Congo used ineligible goalkeeper against Nigeria, report reveals

The Super Eagles lost to DR Congo 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw following extra time in the African play-off final in Rabat, Morocco, on 16 November 2025.

FIFA knew Congo fielded ineligible player against Nigeria in 2026 W’Cup qualifier — Report

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A report reveals FIFA knew DR Congo used an ineligible player, Lionel Mpasi, in the 2026 World Cup qualifier that saw Nigeria miss out on the tournament.