FIFA Sanctions for 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Revealed

FIFA released a fresh list of sanctioned teams for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, with South Africa escaping punishment despite questions about midfielder Teboho Mokoena's eligibility. The Nigeria Football Federation had challenged Mokoena's inclusion in a game against Lesotho.

Despite Mokoena playing despite two yellow cards, South Africa avoided penalties. The situation highlighted FIFA's disciplinary actions and the complexities of player eligibility in international competitions.

The new list confirmed sanctions for other teams, emphasizing the importance of adhering to regulations to avoid point deductions and technical defeats.