BREAKING: 2026 WCQ: FIFA Strips South Africa of 3 Points, Hands Nigeria Fresh Hope

FIFA has docked South Africa three points and three goals in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers for fielding Teboho Mokoena, who was ineligible against Lesotho in March.

The football body confirmed the sanction on Monday, dealing a heavy blow to Bafana Bafana’s campaign.

The ruling, however, is a huge boost for Nigeria’s Super Eagles, who remain in the hunt for a ticket to the 2026 Mundial.

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