Nigeria's 2026 World Cup Chances Boosted Amid DR Congo FIFA Expulsion Risk

Nigeria's hopes for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been revived as DR Congo risks expulsion due to ineligible players, creating controversy. Nigeria, having failed to qualify for consecutive World Cups, is now in a better position following a turnaround in their qualification campaign under a new manager.

FIFA is investigating the use of ineligible players by DR Congo, potentially affecting the outcome of the intercontinental playoffs. The situation could benefit Nigeria, although Cameroon also claims to have faced DR Congo in the semi-finals.

Teboho Mokoena's suspension despite previous yellow cards adds to the complexity.