2026 World Cup: FIFA Sets Date to Rule on Nigeria’s Petition Against DR Congo

2026 World Cup: FIFA sets date to rule on Nigeria’s petition against DR Congo

FIFA will deliver its verdict on Nigeria’s eligibility protest against DR Congo on Monday, February 16. Last December, the Nigeria Football Federation,

Nigeria's Petition Vs DR Congo

The Genius Media BREAKING: FIFA To Rule On Nigeria’s Petition Vs DR Congo 2026 World Cup In 24 Hours BREAKING: FIFA To Rule On Nigeria’s Petition Vs DR Congo 2026 World Cup In 24 Hours   FIFA will deliver its verdict on Nigeria’s eligibility protest against DR Congo on Monday, February 16.   Last December, the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, officially complained, saying at least six DR Congo players who played in the 2025 […] www.thegeniusmed…

FIFA set to rule on Nigeria's WCQ petition against DR Congo

GistReel A decision from FIFA is expected on Monday regarding a petition lodged by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) challenging the eligibility of players used by the DR Congo national football team during the 2026 World Cup African qualifiers. Nigeria lost the decisive playoff on penalties in Morocco, a result that initially advanced DR Congo toward the intercontinental stage. However, the NFF argues that up to nine Congolese players breac…

FIFA sets date to rule on Nigeria’s petition against DR Congo - Newsy People

FIFA will deliver its verdict on Nigeria’s eligibility protest against DR Congo on Monday, February 16.   Recall that the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF,  submitted its petition to FIFA on December 15, 2025, challenging the eligibility status of the players. FIFA has since been reviewing the matter. The NFF alleged that six Congolese players had recently switched international allegiance and were ineligible at the time of the match.   The NFF …

Peter Ijeh Plays Down Nigeria’s World Cup Appeal, Says FIFA Verdict Unlikely

Former Nigerian international Peter Ijeh has expressed strong doubts over Nigeria’s chances of benefiting from its appeal to FIFA following the World Cup qualification controversy involving the Democratic Republic of Congo. READ ALSO: Ikpeba Backs NFF’s Decision to Retain Eric Chelle, Says Stability Is Key for Super Eagles Reacting to Nigeria’s protest over the alleged use of ineligible players by DR Congo, Ijeh said he does not expect FIFA to d…

2026 FIFA World Cup: NFF gives latest update on petition filed against DR Congo

There is still a bit of hope in the air for Nigerians as they anticipate the verdict of FIFA to see if the Super Eagles of Nigeria will play at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has given an update about its ongoing petition filed with FIFA against the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Congolese defeated Nigeria on penalties in the World Cup qualifying play-offs which came as a disappointment to most Nigerians after …