Despite AFCON elimination, DR Congo sets sights on 2026 World Cup qualification via March playoff. Coach Desabre and captain Mbemba lead the charge, undeterred by Nigeria's eligibility dispute. Full story inside.
US FBI agents were present at the AFCON 2025 Round of 16 match between Algeria and DR Congo in Rabat. Their mission was to study Morocco's security protocols ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which the US will co-host. Read more details.
NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko confirms FIFA is still processing Nigeria's petition against DR Congo over ineligible players. He also reveals plans to upgrade national stadia. Read the latest.
The Nigeria Football Federation insists its petition against DR Congo over player eligibility is still active with FIFA. Get the latest details on the case that could revive Nigeria's World Cup hopes.
FIFA dismisses Nigeria's protest over DR Congo players' eligibility, confirming the end of the Super Eagles' 2026 World Cup qualification campaign. Read the full details.
The full NFF letter to FIFA protesting DR Congo's alleged use of ineligible players has leaked. Nigeria seeks match award, disqualification, and sanctions. Read details.
NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko expresses strong confidence that FIFA will sanction DR Congo for fielding ineligible dual-nationality players in the World Cup playoff against Nigeria. Read the full details.
FIFA is set to investigate DR Congo after Nigeria filed a petition alleging ineligible players were used in the World Cup playoff. A verdict is expected before March 2026.
Nigeria's FIFA petition challenges DR Congo player eligibility for the 2026 World Cup. NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko insists the case is legally sound. Could the Super Eagles be reinstated?
The NFF's petition against DR Congo over ineligible players reveals how Nigeria avoided its own FIFA ban. Get the full story on this World Cup qualifier controversy.
Arsenal legend Ian Wright criticises US visa restrictions and high ticket prices that could prevent Nigerian and African fans from attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Read the full story.
Nigeria Football Federation lodges formal protest with FIFA, alleging DR Congo fielded ineligible players in crucial World Cup qualifier. Details of the discovery and potential sanctions revealed. Read the full story.
Former senator Shehu Sani raises diplomatic concerns as Nigeria's NFF petitions FIFA to disqualify DR Congo from 2026 World Cup playoffs over player eligibility. Full details inside.
DR Congo's FA releases FIFA documents to prove Aaron Wan-Bissaka's eligibility after Nigeria's petition. The NFF seeks to disqualify Congo from the 2026 World Cup playoffs. Full details inside.
FIFA announces a record $655 million prize fund for the 2026 World Cup, with winners earning $50 million. See the full breakdown for all 48 teams.
FIFA is set to rule on Nigeria's petition against DR Congo's player eligibility before March 2026. A favorable decision could revive Super Eagles' World Cup hopes. Read the latest.
The NFF has petitioned FIFA over DR Congo's use of dual-nationality players. A favourable ruling could see the Super Eagles replace DR Congo and move one step from World Cup qualification.
The Nigeria Football Federation has lodged a formal protest with FIFA, accusing DR Congo of fielding ineligible players. The stakes are high, with World Cup qualification and over N13 billion in prize money on the line. Read the full details.
DR Congo accuses Nigeria of using 'lawyers tricks' after NFF petitions FIFA over ineligible players in World Cup playoff. Will the Super Eagles get a second chance?
A Nigerian man explains his controversial wish for the Super Eagles to miss the next two FIFA World Cups, linking it to a need for national focus. Read his full statement and public reactions.
The DR Congo Football Association has issued a fiery response after Nigeria petitioned FIFA over the eligibility of Congolese players. Get the full details on the brewing World Cup playoff scandal.
Nigerian writer Japheth Omojuwa reveals his FIFA contact says NFF's case to disqualify DR Congo is weak, dashing hopes for a World Cup 2026 lifeline. Get the full story and reactions.
The Nigeria Football Federation has petitioned FIFA, alleging DR Congo fielded ineligible players in a crucial World Cup playoff. Get the latest reactions and analysis.
Nigeria's World Cup dream may be revived as NFF petitions FIFA over six DR Congo players' eligibility. Details on Wan-Bissaka, Tuanzebe, and others.
NFF petitions FIFA over DR Congo's ineligible players, but analyst JJ Omojuwa outlines three key reasons why Nigeria's Super Eagles have a weak case for a World Cup spot.
FIFA investigates DR Congo for fielding ineligible players in World Cup qualifiers. This could overturn Nigeria's elimination and revive Super Eagles' 2026 hopes. Read the latest.
Nigeria's Super Eagles could get a second chance at 2026 World Cup qualification as FIFA investigates DR Congo for fielding ineligible players. The NFF has filed an official protest.
Nigeria's 2026 FIFA World Cup hopes are reignited as the NFF formally protests DR Congo's alleged breach of player eligibility rules. Will the Super Eagles be reinstated?
Nigerian singer Odumodublvck calls on NFF, CAF, and FIFA to investigate DR Congo's alleged use of ineligible players in World Cup playoffs, offering Super Eagles a potential qualification lifeline.
Discover which group the Super Eagles would have joined at the 2026 FIFA World Cup had they qualified. Analysis of Nigeria's Pot 3 ranking and the draw that never was.