Super Eagles Crash Out! Nigeria No Go See World Cup 2026

Na real heartbreak for millions of Naija fans as Super Eagles don miss World Cup 2026. The dream to fly green and white for North America don...
NNN.NG Apr 1

Ex-Man Utd star scores dramatic 100th-minute goal to send DR Congo to first World Cup since 1974

Former Manchester United defender Axel Tuanzebe sparked wild celebrations in Kinshasa by scoring a dramatic 100th-minute winner to send DR Congo to...
GOAL.COM Apr 1

DR Congo: How The Leopards earned their first World Cup spot in 52 years

After 52 long years, the Democratic Republic of Congo have made it to the World Cup.
SKYSPORTS Apr 1

Celtic Flop Handed World Cup Lifeline

Celtic winger Michel-Ange Balikwisha has been given a lift on the international side after DR Congo booked their place at the 2026 World Cup. It...
CELTS ARE HERE Apr 1

Misery for Isaac Hayden but joy for Chancel Mbemba and Yoane Wissa

Tuesday night in Guadalajara, Newcastle United past and present, DR Congo v Jamaica, the prize a place at the world cup finals this summer....
THE MAG Apr 1

Former Man United star sends DR Congo to their first World Cup in 52 YEARS with dramatic 100th-minute goal - and their squad is STACKED with Premier League stars

The Burnley star, 28, bundled home a corner off his midriff in extra-time to seal a 1-0 win in the intercontinental play-off final in Mexico.
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Apr 1

Town's on-loan Hull midfielder has his World Cup dreams ended by ex-Luton trialist

Palmer’s Jamaica team are beaten by DR Congo
LUTON TODAY Apr 1

Yoane Wissa: Stats show how Newcastle star contributed as DR Congo end 52-year World Cup wait

Yoane Wissa played his part in history away from Newcastle United on Tuesday as DR Congo beat Jamaica 1-0 to qualify for the World Cup.... The post...
FOOTBALLINSIDER247.COM Apr 1

General Football forum • Re: World Cup 2026

Group A: Mexico, South Africa, South Korea, Czech RepublicGroup B: Canada, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Qatar, SwitzerlandGroup C: Brazil, Morocco,...
NSNO Apr 1

Who has qualified for 2026 World Cup? Iraq and DR Congo take final spots...

We now know the 48 teams that will be appearing at this summer's World Cup after the conclusion of the play-offs.
SKYSPORTS Apr 1

FIFA, CAF Congratulate DR Congo On 2026 World Cup Qualification

World football governing body FIFA and Confederation of African Football (CAF) have sent congratulatory messages to the Democratic Republic of...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Apr 1

DR Congo end 52-year wait for the World Cup

DR Congo have ended a 52-year wait to return to the FIFA World Cup after they defeated Jamaica 1-0 in the final of Pathway 1 of the Inter...
AFRICANFOOTBALL.COM Mar 31

DR Congo 1-0 Jamaica (aet): Tuanzebe secures first World Cup berth since 1974

DR Congo ended their 52-year wait to qualify for the World Cup after they beat Jamaica 1-0 after extra time in their intercontinental play-off...
SOCCERNEWS.COM Mar 31

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal 2026 World Cup group and schedule updated with DR Congo qualifying

Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal now have a clear picture of the road ahead, as DR Congo officially punched their ticket to the 2026 World Cup,...
BOLAVIP US Mar 31

Axel Tuanzebe the hero as DR Congo pip Jamaica to secure World Cup return after 52-year hiatus

Burnley defender scored extra-time winner as Les Leopards battled to defeat stubborn Reggae Boyz
EVENING STANDARD Mar 31

Ighalo Questions Sketchy NFF CAS Appeal against FIFA Over DR Congo

Former Super Eagles striker, Odion Ighalo has weighed in on Nigeria’s ongoing dispute with DR Congo, expressing doubts about the potential outcome...
BRILA Mar 31

The final six FIFA World Cup spots are being clinched. See who qualified

Who wants a World Cup spot the most? Tuesday will see the final six spots for the 2026 FIFA World Cup decided. Four games involve the European...
NBC LOS ANGELES Mar 31

How to Watch DR Congo vs Jamaica: Live Stream FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifying: Inter-Confederation Playoffs, TV Channel

DR Congo or Jamaica will bank their place at World Cup 2026 after a make-or-break clash in Tuesday’s playoff final.
NEWSWEEK Mar 31

DR Congo vs Jamaica LIVE: World Cup play-off match stream, latest team news, lineups, TV, prediction

A spot at this summer's finals is on the line
EVENING STANDARD Mar 31

Super Eagles dey Turkey play Jordan, Iwobi wan drop music EP, CAF dey back DR Congo for World Cup

Naija Super Eagles don land for Turkey to play Jordan for one international friendly match. The game wey suppose hold for Amman, Jordan capital,...
NNN.NG Mar 31

Is Congo vs Jamaica on TV? How to watch World Cup qualifier and kick-off time

DR Congo face Jamaica in the World Cup play-off final with the winner securing a place at the tournament
WALESONLINE.CO.UK Mar 31

How to watch Congo vs Jamaica – TV channel, live stream and kick-off time

There is only a limited amount of World Cup places left with DR Congo and Jamaica battling for one
MIRROR Mar 31

DR Congo vs Jamaica: Ex-Super Eagles star backs Leopards as Nigeria fight FIFA ruling

Former Super Eagles defender Ifeanyi Udeze has thrown his support behind DR Congo as they aim to seal a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup,...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Mar 31

Udeze backs DR Congo to qualify for 2026 World Cup

Former Super Eagles defender, feanyi Udeze has said he would be rooting for Democratic Republic of Congo to earn a berth at the 2026 FIFA World...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 31

2026 WCQ Play-Off: Why I’ll Be Supporting DR Congo To Qualify —Ex-Super Eagles Star

Former Super Eagles star defender Ifeanyi Udeze has said he will be backing Democratic Republic of Congo to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 31

The Man Utd connections in all six World Cup playoff finals

The World Cup playoff finals take place this week, and there are Manchester United connections in all six. Let’s explore… DR Congo vs Jamaica...
UNITED IN FOCUS Mar 30

Where to watch Congo DR vs Jamaica live in the USA: FIFA World Cup qualifiers

New Caledonia face Jamaica in the Pathway 1 final of the FIFA World Cup qualification inter-confederation play-offs. Here's everything you need to...
BOLAVIP US Mar 30

Drink in the jeopardy of the World Cup playoffs, it's the last we'll get for a while | Jonathan Wilson

The expansion of this summer's 48-team tournament mean Tuesday's games will be the best we see until the round of 16Sign up for Soccer with...
THE GUARDIAN Mar 30

DR Congo searching for second-ever World Cup appearance

A place at the 2026 World Cup will be up for grabs when DR Congo and Jamaica lock horns at the Estadio Akron in the inter-continental playoff final...
AFRICANFOOTBALL.COM Mar 30

Nigerian Samson Adamu Appointed As Acting General Secretary Of CAF

Nigeria’s Samson Adamu has been appointed Acting General secretary of the Confederation of African football, CAF, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. He...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM Mar 29

DR Congo chasing World Cup return more than 50 years after last appearance

The Democratic Republic of Congo are looking to put a half-century wait behind them and return to the ⁠World Cup finals via a play-off against...
TRIBALFOOTBALL.COM Mar 27

How to buy Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Italy World Cup Qualifier tickets: 31 March fixture, prices & information

Get tickets for the DR Congo vs Jamaica World Cup 2026 Play-off final on March 31 at Estadio Akron. Find ticket prices, venue info, and predictions.
GOAL.COM Mar 27

How to buy DR Congo vs Jamaica World Cup Qualifier 2026 tickets: 31 March fixture, ticket prices & information

Get tickets for the DR Congo vs Jamaica World Cup 2026 Play-off final on March 31 at Estadio Akron. Find ticket prices, venue info, and predictions.
GOAL.COM Mar 27

DR Congo to face Jamaica in decisive 2026 World Cup play-off final

Jamaica have booked a high-stakes showdown with DR Congo after edging past New Caledonia 1-0 in the semi-final of the intercontinental...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Mar 27

DR Congo learns Play-off final opponent

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) is set to face Jamaica in the final of Path A of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Play-off Tournament, with...
AFRICANFOOTBALL.COM Mar 27

Wrexham's Cadamarteri gives Jamaica WC chance

Wrexham striker Bailey Cadamarteri gave Jamaica a 1-0 victory over New Caledonia on Thursday and a place in the World Cup interconfederational...
ESPN Mar 27

2026 World Cup play-off: Super Eagles’ hopes dim as DR Congo face Jamaica for ticket

Jamaica have sealed their place in the final of the 2026 World Cup intercontinental play-off, thanks to a narrow 1-0 victory over New Caledonia....
DAILY POST (NG Mar 27

2026 WCQ Play-offs: Jamaica Beat New Caledonia, To Face DR Congo In Final

Jamaica moved one step closer to the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating New Caledonia 1-0 in the FIFA intercontinental playoff semi-final on...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 27

CAF Faces Leadership Shake-Up as Mosengo-Omba set to step aside

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is bracing for a period of uncertainty after its long-serving general secretary, Veron Mosengo-Omba,...
SOKA25EAST.COM Mar 26

Newcastle United: Yoane Wissa’s latest exploits could be exactly what Eddie Howe needs

Newcastle United striker Yoane Wissa could spring into life after the international break after scoring for DR Congo on Wednesday. It has certainly...
FOOTBALLINSIDER247.COM Mar 26

Super Eagles Difficult To Beat Than DR Congo – Jamaica Legend Tells Players

Former Jamaica international Deon Burton says Jamaica stand a good chance of qualifying for the World Cup when they take on DR Congo in the...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM Mar 26

DR Congo keeper Mpasi: Reaching World Cup would be historic

Ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup play-off Tournament, DR Congo goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi has revealed what it will mean for the nation if they...
TRIBALFOOTBALL.COM Mar 26

Yoane Wissa boost after Newcastle United agreement & FIFA official complaint decision made

Newcastle United internationals: Yoane Wissa was back in action with DR Congo for the first time since his injury back in September.
SHIELDS GAZETTE Mar 26

Yoane Wissa on the scoresheet in Guadalajara

Yoane Wissa has been playing at the Jalisco Stadium in Guadalajara, Mexico. The match on Wednesday seeing DR Congo up against Bermuda, a warm up...
THE MAG Mar 25

Five players to watch in Nigeria’s friendlies vs Iran and Jordan

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will be participating in a four-nation friendly tournament later this month alongside Jordan, Iran and Costa Rica,...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Mar 25

Troost-Ekong Calls for Long-Term Reform After World Cup Failure

Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has urged the Nigeria Football Federation to adopt a long-term development strategy following...
LEADERSHIP.NG Mar 24

“Congo were better” – Ex-Super Eagles captain weighs in on NFF’s lodged appeal over World Cup spot

Former Super Eagles and Watford defender William Troost-Ekong has opined on the NFF's appeal to FIFA regarding the go-ahead for DR Congo's World...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Mar 23

Nigeria/Congo-Kinshasa: Troost-Ekong Slams FIFA, CAF Over Nigeria/DR Congo, Afcon Final Verdicts

[This Day] Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has criticised two major decisions taken by FIFA and CAF, saying they raise serious...
ALLAFRICA.COM Mar 23

‘It Hurts!’ Kaita Reacts as Nigeria Miss Out on 2026 World Cup

Former Super Eagles midfielder Sani Kaita has expressed deep disappointment after Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup were...
SPORTS247 Mar 23

Troost-Ekong Slams FIFA, CAF Over Nigeria/DR Congo, AFCON Final Verdicts

Kunle Adewale  Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has criticised two major decisions taken by FIFA and CAF, saying they raise serious...
THISDAYLIVE Mar 22

“We are also seeing it with Nigeria and DR Congo” – Troost-Ekong slams CAF, FIFA’s verdicts

Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has criticised two major decisions taken by FIFA and CAF, saying they raise serious concerns about...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Mar 21

Boboye Doubts NFF’s CAS Appeal Will Overturn FIFA Verdict On DR Congo Clash

Bendel Insurance Head Coach, Kennedy Boboye, has cast serious doubt over the Nigeria Football Federation’s (NFF) chances of securing a favourable...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 20

Marseille keen on former Leeds United and West Ham target who is set to leave Anderlecht this summer

Foot01 are reporting that Olympique de Marseille are interested in signing Mario Stroeykens. The DR Congo international signed a new deal with...
GETFOOTBALLNEWSBENE.COM Mar 20

FIFA Sanction On Nigeria & DR Congo A Renewed World Cup Hope For The Super Eagles?

FIFA Sanction on Nigeria & DR Congo: A Renewed World Cup Hope for the Super Eagles? Could recent FIFA sanctions change Nigeria’s path to the FIFA...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 20

‘Only the Best Should Play!’ Wada Backs Chelle Over Home-Based Player Snub

Chairman of the Kogi State Football Association, Hassan Wada, has backed Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle following the latest squad...
SPORTS247 Mar 19

‘DR Congo Deserved It!’ Udi Urges Nigeria to Stop Chasing World Cup ‘Backdoor’

Former Nigeria international Duke Udi has stated that the DR Congo national team fully deserve their place in the inter-confederation playoffs...
SPORTS247 Mar 19

Kpakor: It’s A Shame Eagles Failed To Qualify For 2026 World Cup

Former Nigerian international Moses Kpakor has expressed his disappointment in the Super Eagles’ failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup slated...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 19

Zimbabwe to host 2026 CAF African Schools Football Championship

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced that Harare, Zimbabwe, will stage the 2026 CAF African Schools Football Championship...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Mar 18

‘It Was Always a Waste!’ Ejiofor Blasts NFF Over DR Congo Petition

Former Super Eagles defender Eric Ejiofor has criticised the Nigeria Football Federation over its petition against the DR Congo national team,...
SPORTS247 Mar 18

EXCLUSIVE: Nigerian FA stand by complaint to FIFA over DR Congo World Cup ruling

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has vowed to continue its push to have DR Congo removed from the inter-continental playoffs despite a ruling...
TRIBALFOOTBALL.COM Mar 18

DR Congo coach Desabre confident ahead of World Cup play-offs

DR Congo head coach Sebastien Desabre has admitted his side is already fired up to participate in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup play-off...
TRIBALFOOTBALL.COM Mar 18

Harare to host 2026 CAF African Schools Championship Continental Finals

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced that the 2026 CAF African Schools Football Championship Continental Finals will be held...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Mar 18

“An embarrassment” – Ex-Aston Villa midfielder slams CAF for awarding AFCON to Morocco

Former Aston Villa and West Ham United midfielder Nigel-Reo Coker has hit out at the governing body of African football for awarding the AFCON 2025...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Mar 18

Late Filing, Unpaid Fee Made FIFA Dismiss NFF Protest Against DR Congo

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) confirmed that they have received the judgement from FIFA throwing away their protest against DR Congo for...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM Mar 18

Why FIFA threw out Super Eagles World Cup petition

Officials have given reasons why world football governing body FIFA rejected the Super Eagles petition against DR Congo for fielding several...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Mar 18

FIFA World Cup Playoffs: NFF launches appeal after FIFA rejects initial protest against D.R Congo

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has begun the process of appealing a ruling by FIFA after its protest concerning the World Cup playoff match...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Mar 17

Nigeria to take eligibility battle to CAS after FIFA rejects protest against DR Congo

The Nigeria Football Federation is pushing ahead with its fight against FIFA's decision to dismiss their protest over DR Congo's player...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Mar 17

NFF Vows Appeal After FIFA Upholds DR Congo’s World Cup Playoff Win Over Super Eagles

March 17, (THEWILL) — Nigeria’s bid to overturn their 2026 World Cup playoff elimination has suffered a serious blow, after FIFA’s Disciplinary...
THEWILLNIGERIA.COM Mar 17

Super Eagles: Why FIFA rejected Nigeria’s protest against DR Congo

The Super Eagles’ hopes of playing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico have been dealt a major blow by FIFA…. FIFA has...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Mar 17

FIFA rejects Nigeria protest of Congo WC players

FIFA's Disciplinary Committee rejected Nigeria's protest over the eligibility of several players used by DR Congo in last November's African World...
ESPN Mar 17

Confirmed: FIFA dismiss Nigeria’s petition against DR Congo as NFF takes fresh action

FIFA have rejected a petition filed by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) against the DR Congo national football team, Soccernet.ng reports....
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Mar 17

“We are not satisfied”: NFF files appeal as FIFA rejects Nigeria’s petition against DR Congo

Confirming the development, NFF General Secretary Mohammed Sanusi said the federation is dissatisfied with FIFA’s ruling and has initiated steps to...
PREMIUM TIMES Mar 17

Official – NFF Appeal Decision By FIFA Rejecting Protest Against DR Congo

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) say they will appeal the decision by FIFA disciplinary committee rejecting their petition against DR Congo...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM Mar 17

Official – FIFA Reject Super Eagles Petition Against DR Congo

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) say they will appeal the decision by FIFA disciplinary committee rejecting their petition against DR Congo...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM Mar 17

NFF appeal FIFA rejection of World Cup petition, may head to CAS

The NFF will appeal the decision of FIFA to throw out their protest against DR Congo for allegedly fielding several ineligible players in a final...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Mar 17

Official – FIFA Rejects Super Eagles Petition Against DR Congo

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) say they will appeal the decision by FIFA disciplinary committee rejecting their petition against DR Congo...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM Mar 17

BREAKING: 2026 World Cup: FIFA officially rejects Super Eagles petition against DR Congo

The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has confirmed that FIFA has rejected their petition against the Democratic Republic of Congo. This was...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 17

FIFA World Cup Playoffs: NFF appeals FIFA's decision on petition against DR Congo

The Nigeria Football Federation has already commenced the process of appealing the decision of the FIFA Disciplinary Committee, which rejected its...
THENFF Mar 17

We Earned It On The Pitch – Coach Of DR Congo Mock Super Eagles Protest

Head coach of the Democratic Republic of Congo Sebastian Desabre has fired a subtle dig at the protest lodged by the Nigeria Football Federation...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM Mar 17

DR Congo Press On With World Cup Play-off Plans Amid Nigeria Eligibility Protest

DR Congo are continuing preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup intercontinental play-off despite an ongoing protest by the Nigeria Football...
NAIJANEWS.COM Mar 17

Tunde Adeshina Backs Super 4 Format for Nigeria National League Play-Offs

Manager Tunde Adeshina, Chairman of the Ikeja Football Coaches Council, has expressed his support for the newly proposed Super 4 play-off format in...
SPORTS247 Mar 17

DR Congo’s Coach Plans To Use Lessons From Super Eagles’ Clash To Floor Jamaica, New Caledonia

The coach of DR Congo’s national team, Sebastien Desabre has disclosed that he will use lessons he learnt from his side’s hectic victory over...
SPORTS247 Mar 17

NFF vs DR Congo eligibility saga: Supercomputer predicts if Super Eagles can still play 2026 World Cup

Supercomputer has predicted if the Super Eagles can still play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup amid the eligibility dispute between the Nigeria Football...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Mar 17

FIFA show support for DR Congo as Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup hopes fade

FIFA has published an interview with head coach Sébastien Desabre that strongly suggests DR Congo are firmly recognised as Africa’s representative...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Mar 16

2026 World Cup playoff: We’ve earned the right to be here – DR Congo coach

The head coach of the DR Congo national team, Sebastien Desabre, has claimed they deserve to play in the 2026 World Cup intercontinental play-off....
DAILY POST (NG Mar 16

“We fear no foe” – DR Congo coach Desabre declares as Leopards gears up for crucial 2026 World Cup playoff

Head coach of DR Congo Sébastien Desabre has declared that his outfit will approach their decisive playoff in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Mar 16

Nigeria and DR Congo fined by FIFA for World Cup play-off trouble

FIFA has sanctioned both Nigeria Football Federation and the DR Congo Football Association following disciplinary incidents during last year's 2026...
TRIBALFOOTBALL.COM Mar 16

FIFA Sanctions Nigeria, DR Congo Over Crowd Incidents In 2026 World Cup Play-Off

Four months after the heated 2026 FIFA World Cup African play-off final between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and DR Congo, the world football...
NAIJANEWS.COM Mar 16

FIFA fine Super Eagles, silent on World Cup protest

World football governing body FIFA have fined the Super Eagles for breach of order and security during a 2026 World Cup Playoffs against DR Congo...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Mar 16

FIFA fine NFF, DR Congo after controversial Super Eagles World Cup playoff clash

FIFA has imposed disciplinary fines on the Nigeria Football Federation and the DR Congo Football Association following incidents between the Super...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Mar 16
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