FIFA to Decide on Nigeria's Petition Against DR Congo for 2026 World Cup Playoff

FIFA will announce its decision on Nigeria's petition against DR Congo for the 2026 World Cup playoff next month. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) claims that DR Congo used ineligible players during the playoff clash in Rabat, Morocco, in November.

Nigeria demands that DR Congo be disqualified, as DR Congo advanced to the intercontinental playoff by defeating Nigeria 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw. The winner of the playoff tie between DR Congo and Nigeria is scheduled to face either Jamaica or New Caledonia.