FIFA Decision Looms Over South Africa's World Cup Qualification Amid Ineligible Player Controversy

Former Nigerian international Sunday Oliseh revealed that FIFA is set to make a decision regarding South Africa fielding an ineligible player in a World Cup qualifier. Teboho Mokoena, playing for Bafana Bafana, received a yellow card in a previous match, rendering him ineligible for the next game.

According to FIFA rules, a team featuring an ineligible player automatically loses the match by three goals. Nigeria and Benin have called for sanctions against South Africa.

The outcome of this decision could significantly impact the qualification standings, with Nigeria closely trailing South Africa. Oliseh hinted at an impending FIFA penalty for South Africa.

The World Cup qualifiers are reaching a critical stage, with upcoming matches determining the final standings.