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NFF petitions FIFA, accuses DR Congo of using ‘ineligible players’ for 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff against Nigeria

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has formally petitioned FIFA over allegations that the Democra

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels say they will withdraw from seized city in eastern Congo

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The rebels’ latest offensive comes despite a U.S.-mediated peace agreement signed earlier this month by the Congolese and Rwandan presidents in Washington.

World Cup Playoff Dispute: Why DR Congo Could Be in Trouble After Nigeria’s Petition

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Following Nigeria’s petition to FIFA over the alleged use of ineligible players by DR Congo in the CAF playoff for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a closer look at Congolese nationality laws suggests the Central African nation may have serious…

Rebels say they will withdraw from key DR Congo city at US request

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The US accuses Rwanda of backing the rebel advance in breach of a deal brokered by President Trump.

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NFF petitions FIFA over DR Congo’s alleged use of ineligible players in World Cup playoff against Nigeria

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As per FIFA rules, possession of a passport is core to representing a country.

Eligibility Dispute: DR Congo Misled FIFA in Player Clearance – NFF

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The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed that it has submitted a formal petition to FIFA over the alleged use of ineligible players by DR Congo in their CAF playoff match against Nigeria for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Super…

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AC MILAN AND THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO: MEETING AT SAN SIRO, BETWEEN PROGRESS AND FUTURE PROSPECTS

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On the occasion of AC Milan's latest home match, a delegation from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, led by Minister of Tourism Didier Mazenga Mukanzu and with the participation of the Congolese A...

2026 WC Playoffs: Missing Osimhen In Second Half Vs DR Congo Affected Eagles –Onyeka

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Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka has disclosed that Victor Osimhen’s injury during the 2026 World Cup playoff final gave DR Congo a significant advantage over Nigeria in Rabat, Morocco. Nigeria were widely tipped to overcome the…

JUST-IN: Nigeria’s World Cup Dream ‘Alive’ As DR Congo Face Player Eligibility Probe

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The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed that it has initiated a probe into DR Congo’s use of ineligible players during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, a development that could reopen Nigeria’s path to the tournament to be…

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Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup hopes revived as DR Congo face eligibility probe

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Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have received a major boost after the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) confirmed it has submitted

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels say they will withdraw from seized city in eastern Congo

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DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — Rwanda-backed M23 rebels said Tuesday they will withdraw from Uvira, the strategic city in eastern Congo…

BREAKING: Nigeria World Cup Hope Revives as DR Congo Face Possible Sanctions

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Nigeria’s chances of returning to the FIFA World Cup have received a fresh lift following moves by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to challenge DR Congo’s participation in the 2026 qualifiers.The development centres on alleged…

Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup hopes revived as NFF challenges DR Congo over ineligible players

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Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been dramatically reignited after the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) confirmed it has petitioned FIFA over the alleged use of ineligible players by DR Congo during the…

DR Congo vs Zambia: What time and channel is the friendly match on?

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DR Congo vs Zambia: Kick-off time and broadcast channel for the friendlyRD Congo vs Zambie / @x.com/BlessingMu6339The DR Congo national team faces Zambia this Tuesday, December 16, in a friendly warm...

Nigeria’s World Cup hopes revived as DR Congo face player eligibility scrutiny

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Nigeria’s prospects of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have received a potential lifeline following an official complaint by the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, over the alleged use of ineligible players by the Democratic Republic…

NFF reignites Nigeria’s World Cup hopes, petitions FIFA, alleges DR Congo breached rules

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Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup remain alive following a formal protest lodged by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) against the Democratic Republic of Congo over alleged breaches of player eligibility rules. The…

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Nigeria’s World Cup dream alive as DR Congo face player eligibility probe

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Nigeria’s World Cup hopes are reignited as the NFF probes DR Congo’s use of ineligible players with dual nationality during the 2026 qualifiers.