South Africa Told They Can’t Appeal Points Deduction For Fielding Ineligible Player In World Cup Qualifiers

South Africa have been told that they can’t appeal the expected punishment of a three points and three goals deduction for fielding an ineligible...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM May 15

World Cup 2026: Super Eagles Will Qualify After Winning Their Remaining Four Matches – Sunday Dare

Former minister of sports, Chief Sunday Dare has come out with a bold declaration that the Super Esgles will qualify for next year’s FIFA World Cup...
SPORTS247 May 1

Rohr Expects FIFA To Deduct Three Points From South Africa – Super Eagles Suffered The Same Fate

Head coach of the senior national team of Benin Republic Gernot Rohr says he expects FIFA to deduct three points from South Africa for fielding an...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM May 1

Nigerians Behind Agitation For FIFA To Deduct Three Points From Us- South Africa FA Chief Laments

World football governing body is expected to deduct three points and three goals from South Africa in the world cup qualifiers after they fielded...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM Apr 30

CAF Okays Potential Points Deduction From South Africa By FIFA For Fielding Ineligible Player

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) won’t be involved in any decision that world football governing body FIFA will take against South...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM Apr 25

Important streaming information for Blades battle

Broadcast only available in selected countries on Stoke City+ Live A full list of permitted streaming territories can be found below Fans anywhere...
STOKE CITY FC OFFICIAL SITE Apr 24

Sport | 'Truly inspiring': Lesotho charity wins Laureus Award for using football to change lives

Lesotho's football charity organisation Kick4Life is motivated to continue its drive for social change after the Laureus World Sports Academy...
NEWS24.COM Apr 22

Important streaming information for Easter Monday match

Broadcast only available in selected countries on Stoke City+ Live A full list of permitted streaming territories can be found below Fans anywhere...
STOKE CITY FC OFFICIAL SITE Apr 19

Ex Chelsea Defender Celebrates Three Points Deduction From South – It Is Perfect For Super Eagles

Former Nigeria international defender Celestine Babayaro says the impending three points, three goals deduction from South Africa has made it easy...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM Apr 16

Ex Captain Of South Africa Calls For Sacking Of FA Chief As Three Points Deduction By FIFA Looms

Former captain of the senior national team of South Africa Itumeleng Khune has called for the sacking of whoever is responsible for the blunder of...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM Apr 16

Super Eagles’ World Cup Dream: What Must Happen for Nigeria to Qualify

Nigeria also faces Rwanda, Benin Republic, and Lesotho, teams they must defeat to stand any chance of finishing top of the group. The post Super...
BRILA Apr 14

Fact: FIFA Doesn’t Need A Protest Letter To Deduct Three Points From South Africa For Fielding Ineligible Player

The last has not been heard about the case of South Africa suffering a point deduction from world football governing body FIFA after fielding an...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM Apr 13

Important streaming information for Cardiff clash

Broadcast only available in selected countries on Stoke City+ Live A full list of permitted streaming territories can be found below Fans anywhere...
STOKE CITY FC OFFICIAL SITE Apr 11

Coach Of South Africa Lament Advantage Handed To Super Eagles As Points Deduction Looms Large

Head coach of South Africa Hugo Broos is heavily disappointed in the drama that led them to fielding Teboho Mokoena in their world cup qualifiers...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM Apr 6

Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Thabo Cele speaks about his Bafana Bafana hopes - 'With Amakhosi performing, it will be a natural step for me to get to the national team'

No player from Amakhosi was part of the Bafana squad that played and defeated Lesotho and Benin in the March international break.
GOAL.COM Apr 5

Updated FIFA Rankings: Bafana climb, among best African teams

Bafana Bafana have made another jump in the latest FIFA rankings thanks to wins over Lesotho and Benin last month.
THE SOUTH AFRICAN Apr 4

Nigeria, Cape Verde, Three Others Will Drag FIFA To CAS If They Fail To Deduct Three Points from South Africa

The last has not been heard about the case of South Africa suffering a point deduction from world football governing body FIFA after fielding an...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM Apr 3

Bafana Bafana reap rewards from wins against Lesotho and Benin in 2026 World Cup qualifiers as Hugo Broos' side move up in Fifa world rankings

Teams around the world took part in the international break recently held, registering diverse results in their respective matches.
GOAL.COM Apr 3

2026 World Cup Qualifiers: South Africa to lose 3 points, 3 goals for fielding ineligible player against Lesotho

FIFA, the global governing body of football, has awarded Lesotho three points and three goals after South Africa fielded an ineligible player,...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Apr 2

Official: FIFA verdict on South Africa may not be immediate

As Super Eagles fans wait on the FIFA verdict on South Africa for fielding a suspended player, a top NFF official has told SCORENigeria that this...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Apr 1

FIFA Rules: South Africa Lose Three Points, Three Goals For Fielding Ineligible Player Against Lesotho

FIFA will award three points and three goals to Lesotho after South Africa fielded an ineligible player in the 0-2 win when both teams met in the...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM Mar 31

Magesi FC coach Owen Da Gama believes Orlando Pirates' wonderkid Mofokeng has the potential to play football overseas- 'I’m sure the chairman, Dr. Irvin Khoza, has plans for him'

After shining for Bafana Bafana against Lesotho and Benin, scoring his first goal, Relebohile Mofokeng continues to enjoy a fantastic season.
GOAL.COM Mar 30

Nigeria challenges FIFA over Lesotho and Zimbabwe's home matches in South Africa

Nigeria has formally lodged a protest with FIFA over Lesotho and Zimbabwe’s decision to play their home fixtures in South Africa during the 2026...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Mar 28

EXCLUSIVE: Nigeria cry foul to FIFA over Lesotho, Zimbabwe playing in South Africa

SCORENigeria can exclusively report today that Nigeria have fired a strongly-worded protest to FIFA to complain that there is no fair play in the...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Mar 28

South Africa team manager faces sack for ‘very costly mistake’

The team manager of South Africa, Vincent Tseka, faces the sack  after what officials described as  a “very costly mistake” that saw Bafana Bafana...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Mar 28

Lesotho FA: FIFA must dock 3 points, 3 goals from South Africa

The Lesotho Football Association (LeFA) have maintained that South Africa should be docked three points and three goals for fielding a suspended...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Mar 28

ZIFA Eyes High-Profile Morocco Friendly For Warriors

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) is pushing for a friendly match between Zimbabwe and Morocco during the June international break. The...
PINDULA Mar 28

Lesotho FA Insist On FIFA Deducting Three Points From South Africa, Denies Working For Super Eagles

The secretary general of Lesotho Football Association (LeFA) Mokhosi Mohapi says they are hopeful that FIFA will stick by it rules and deduct...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM Mar 28

Lesotho FA U-turn: Super Eagles left hanging in Teboho Mokoena eligibility saga – Report

The Lesotho Football Association have reportedly withdrawals their complaint to FIFA about South Africa fielding an ineligible player for their...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Mar 27

FIFA hammer can still fall on South Africa despite Lesotho withdrawing protest

Lesotho have withdrawn their protest against South Africa for fielding a suspended player in their 2026 World Cup qualifying clash, but...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Mar 27

Lesotho FA official Mokhosi Mohapi urges Fifa to take fair action over Bafana Bafana's Teboho Mokoena suspension saga - 'Live and die by your rules'

Lesotho FA's Mokhosi Mohapi has asked Fifa to apply rules fairly in regard to Teboho Mokoena's suspension claims.
GOAL.COM Mar 27

Magwizi Hails Warriors’ Performance In 1-1 Draw Against Nigeria

Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) President, Nqobile Magwizi, said the Warriors' performance against Nigeria in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier...
PINDULA Mar 27

Bafana Bafana facing World Cup qualifying ban?

Bafana Bafana await their verdict following the Teboho Mokoena saga. Lesotho and Nigeria have submitted official complaints.
THE SOUTH AFRICAN Mar 27

Baloyi blasts SAFA over Mokoena eligibility fiasco

Former Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Brian Baloyi is not pleased with the South African Football Association (SAFA) after they neglected to notice that...
AFRICANFOOTBALL.COM Mar 27

Why Nigeria are desperate for FIFA to punish South Africa’s Bafana Bafana

Nigeria are hoping FIFA will enforce its regulations by sanctioning South Africa for fielding an ineligible player during their 2026 World Cup...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Mar 27

Top officials assure Super Eagles to push for South Africa to lose points over suspended player

SCORENigeria can exclusively report that top officials have promised the Super Eagles that they will ensure South Africa forfeit three points and...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Mar 27

Teboho Mokoena scandal: Everything you need to know about the World Cup qualifier storm facing Bafana Bafana

South Africa's national football team, Bafana Bafana, are at the centre of a growing eligibility storm that could dramatically impact their hopes...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Mar 27

2026 World Cup: Lesotho push FIFA to punish South Africa over ineligible player Mokoena

Lesotho are piling pressure on FIFA to enforce its own disciplinary rules by docking points from South Africa for fielding an ineligible player...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Mar 27

'I must be honest with you' - Lesotho FA chief denies direct talks with NFF over Mokoena ineligibility

The Lesotho Football Association has requested Fifa to investigate whether South Africa fielded an ineligible player in a 2-0 win over Lesotho last...
ALLNIGERIASOCCER.COM Mar 26

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs star credits Bafana Bafana World Cup qualifying wins over Lesotho and Benin to Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns - 'I think they’ve helped Hugo Broos to achieve his goal'

Former Kaizer Chiefs forward Junior Khanye has credited Hugo Broos Bafana performance to Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns.
GOAL.COM Mar 26

Bafana likely to lose points over suspension bungle: Fifa rules expert

Lesotho FA has confirmed it has sent a query in writing to Fifa over the matter.
TIMESLIVE.CO.ZA Mar 26

South Africa Risk Losing Three Points Over Ineligible Player in World Cup Qualifiers

Group C leaders, South Africa are at risk of losing three crucial points in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers after fielding an ineligible player,...
FOOTBALLLIVE.NG Mar 26

South Africa coach refuses to comment on parading ineligible player

South Africa coach Hugo Broos has refused to comment on the issue that his team fielded a suspended player in their home win over Lesotho in a 2026...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Mar 26

Lesotho confirm query sent to Fifa over Bafana suspension bungle

‘We have heard Nigeria also want to protest and they are entitled to because the result prejudices everyone’
TIMESLIVE.CO.ZA Mar 26

‘No hard feelings but we want those points’ – Lesotho to Bafana

Lesotho could be just one point behind Bafana Bafana should FIFA decides to deduct points after Teboho Mokoena's yellow card.
THE SOUTH AFRICAN Mar 26

“No hard feelings” – Lesotho FA breaks silence on Mokoena debacle as Super Eagles long for World Cup boost

The Lesotho Football Association secretary-general Mokhosi Mohapi has demanded that FIFA punish South Africa for fielding an ineligible player in...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Mar 26

Bafana news: Lesotho make official complaint, Broos responds

Bafana Bafana are in the hot seat after making a crucial mistake during Friday's match against Lesotho. FIFA are looking into the matter.
THE SOUTH AFRICAN Mar 26

Sport | 'We will wait and see': Bafana coach Broos tight-lipped on Mokoena selection blunder

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos would not be drawn into speculating on the outcome of the selection of Teboho Mokoena against Lesotho, which risked...
NEWS24.COM Mar 26

Mokoena mishap: Bafana Bafana to have crucial points revoked?

Bafana Bafana are in a spot of bother following their international break. Lesotho are livid, do they have a case?
THE SOUTH AFRICAN Mar 26

Resilient Warriors Hold Nigeria To A 1-1 Draw In Uyo

The Warriors came from behind for the second game in a row to claim a share of the spoils against the Super Eagles of Nigeria in the 2026 FIFA...
PINDULA Mar 26

EXPLAINED: How soon can Bafana Bafana qualify for World Cup?

With Zimbabwe, Lesotho and Rwanda still to come, Bafana should qualify for the 2026 World Cup by at least 20 points.
THE SOUTH AFRICAN Mar 26

2026 World Cup Qualifiers: South Africa Faces Points Deduction Before Hosting Super Eagles In September

A ray of hope has emerged that the Super Eagles could ‘gain assistance’ from the boardroom of Confederation of African Football (CAF) in their...
SPORTS247 Mar 26

Lesotho Writes FIFA Over South Africa Ineligible Player

The Lesotho Football Association , LFA, has sent a query to FIFA over the yellow cards accumulated by South Africa midfielder Teboho Mokoena in the...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 26

World Cup Lifeline for Nigeria as South Africa Risk Losing Three Points to Lesotho

Kunle Adewale  Despite dropping two points against Zimbabwe yesterday to dent Super Eagles ambitions, Nigeria’s hope of hoisting her flag at the...
THISDAYLIVE Mar 25

'Up to the authorities' - Lesotho coach weighs in on Mokoena controversy rocking Nigeria's WCQ group

The debate surrounding Teboho Mokoena's yellow card situation after South Africa's 2-0 victory over Lesotho last Friday has prompted a response...
ALLNIGERIASOCCER.COM Mar 25

'The law is the law! We want those points' - Lesotho Football Association warns Safa! Hugo Broos drops Teboho Mokoena as Bafana Bafana's 2026 Fifa World Cup dream could be dented due to error involving Mamelodi Sundowns star

Bafana Bafana risk a three-point deduction for fielding a suspended player against Lesotho, which could impact their World Cup qualifying campaign
GOAL.COM Mar 25

Match Highlights: Rwanda 1-1 Lesotho – 2026 World Cup qualifiers

Lesotho laboured to hold Rwanda to a 1-1 draw on Tuesday in their clash in the qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Rwanda hosted the Round 6...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Mar 25

Bafana Bafana: South Africa face World Cup points deduction over Mokoena suspension error

South Africa's 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign, which gathered major momentum with a composed 2-0 victory over Benin on Tuesday evening,...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Mar 25

Bafana Bafana face points deduction

South Africa face a potential points deduction in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifying campaign for fielding Teboho Mokoena in the 2-0 win over...
AFRICANFOOTBALL.COM Mar 25

Hugo Broos drops Teboho Mokoena as Bafana Bafana could lose three points in 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifiers due to error involving Mamelodi Sundowns star

Bafana Bafana risk a three-point deduction for fielding a suspended player against Lesotho, which could impact their World Cup qualifying campaign
GOAL.COM Mar 25

Another blunder! Bafana could lose three points over Mokoena’s yellow cards

Mokoena was booked in Bafana's opening match against Benin and against Zimbabwe meaning he should have been suspended for Lesotho match.
THE SOUTH AFRICAN Mar 25

2026 FIFA World Cup: South Africa’s Costly Mistake in Group C That Could Benefit Super Eagles

The sun hung low over Johannesburg as football fans across South Africa buzzed with excitement. Their national team had just battled Lesotho in a...
SPORTS247 Mar 25

LIVE: Benin vs Bafana Bafana – FIFA World Cup qualifier

Bafana Bafana sit atop Group C after their FIFA World Cup qualifier win over Lesotho as they prepare to take on Benin on Tuesday.
THE SOUTH AFRICAN Mar 25

Lesotho fire protest to FIFA over South Africa ineligible player

Lesotho Football Association (LFA) have confirmed they have sent a query to Fifa over the yellow cards accumulated by Bafana Bafana midfielder...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Mar 25

Lesotho confirm FIFA protest: Bafana Bafana’s victory in jeopardy over Mokoena ineligibility

Lesotho officially complained to FIFA about the ineligibility of South Africa midfielder Teboho Mokoena, jeopardizing Bafana Bafana’s crucial World...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Mar 25

South Africa under scrutiny for playing ineligible player

Did Bafana Bafana field an ineligible player? Lets find out now. Bafana’s hard-fought 2-0 victory over Lesotho in their FIFA World Cup qualifier at...
SOKA25EAST.COM Mar 25

Lesotho joins Nigeria in Teboho Mokoena’s yellow cards debacle!

Lesotho unashamedly wants the three points Bafana Bafana gained against them in the Teboho Mokoena yellow cards saga.
THE SOUTH AFRICAN Mar 25

Bafana may have averted World Cup disaster over Teboho Mokoena suspension bungle

Midfielder was fielded despite having two yellow cards in previous matches in win against Lesotho
TIMESLIVE.CO.ZA Mar 25

Africa: 2026WCQ - Super Eagles Get Qualification Boost As South Africa Risk Losing 3 Points

[Vanguard] Nigeria's chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup may have received a boost following reports that South Africa could face...
ALLAFRICA.COM Mar 25

Nigeria calls for FIFA to act against South Africa for fielding ineligible player in World Cup qualifier

Drama has hit Group C of the African 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers amid questions over the eligibility of South Africa midfielder Teboho Mokoena...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Mar 25

2026 WCQ: Drama in Super Eagles’ group as South Africa face 3-point deduction

Nigeria’s hopes of playing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup might have just gotten an unexpected boost following controversy around South Africa...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 25

Report: Super Eagles get 2026 World Cup boost as South Africa’s Bafana risk losing three points

Super Eagles’ hopes of securing a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup may have received a significant boost, Soccernet.ng reports.  Reports circulating...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Mar 25

NFF Push For FIFA To Deduct Three Points From South Africa For Fielding Ineligible Player Against Lesotho

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has started moves on establishing a case against South Africa for fielding an ineligible player in Theboho...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM Mar 25

World Cup Qualifiers: Eagles good but can be better, says Adepoju

Ex-Super Eagles international, Mutiu Adepoju, has praised the national team after their victory in Rwanda, urging them to replicate the same...
GUARDIAN NIGERIA Mar 25

Warriors Head Coach Michael Nees Impressed By Stadium Facilities In Nigeria

Warriors head coach Michael Nees has expressed satisfaction with the condition of the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Nigeria, the...
PINDULA Mar 25

‘Every time Percy Tau plays for us, he looks ordinary’ Ex-Chiefs star

Percy Tau hasn't been at his best since the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The 30-year-old was slammed for his performance against Lesotho.
THE SOUTH AFRICAN Mar 25

Lesotho confirms letter to Fifa over Mokoena ineligibility, admits Nigeria fully entitled to protest

The Lesotho Football Association (LFA) has officially written to FIFA, challenging South Africa’s use of Teboho Mokoena in last Friday’s 2026...
ALLNIGERIASOCCER.COM Mar 24

Predicted Bafana Bafana XI to face Benin in Fifa World Cup qualifier - Hugo Broos to drop Mofokeng for Appollis?

After beating Lesotho, Bafana aim to wrap up World Cup qualifiers with six points in Abidjan, where they won AFCON bronze, to cap a great break
GOAL.COM Mar 24

Former Polokwane City star Meshack Maphangule proud of younger brother Rodney Maphangule after South Africa debut

Former Polokwane City FC star Meshack Maphangule has celebrated his youngster brother Rodney Maphangule after marking his debut for South Africa....
AFRICASOCCER.COM Mar 24

'Ordinary' Tau blasted! Ex-Kaizer Chiefs star insists Bafana Bafana forward needs to 'earn his place rather than demand it' - 'With Relebohile Mofokeng & Themba Zwane available, why call up an out-of-form Percy?'

Junior Khanye heavily criticizes ex-Sundowns midfielder Percy Tau after the Lesotho clash, saying he didn’t do enough and should be dropped.
GOAL.COM Mar 24

2026 World Cup Group C: What South Africa vs Benin and Rwanda vs Lesotho mean for Super Eagles

Super Eagles of Nigeria are in search of all points when they tackle Zimbabwe to boost their chances for the 2026 World Cup qualification,...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Mar 24

Lesotho coach Leslie Notsi salutes South Africa following defeat in 2026 World Cup qualifiers

Lesotho coach Leslie Notsi has eulogized the performance of South Africa following their defeat in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers last Friday. The...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Mar 24

Predicted Bafana Bafana XI to face Benin in Fifa World Cup qualifier - Hugo Broos to drop Mofokeng for Apollis?

After beating Lesotho, Bafana aim to wrap up World Cup qualifiers with six points in Abidjan, where they won AFCON bronze, to cap a great break
GOAL.COM Mar 24

2026 Fifa World Cup qualifiers: Bullish Hugo Broos wants Bafana Bafana to 'replicate' Lesotho performance as Group C leaders visit Benin - 'We can also win the game there'

South Africa handed themselves a big advantage in their bid to qualify for the quadrennial global football competition.
GOAL.COM Mar 24

Match Highlights: South Africa 2-0 Lesotho

South Africa triumphed over Lesotho in the fifth round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers last Friday at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane,...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Mar 23

We expect more from Percy Tau – South Africa coach Hugo Broos ahead of Benin clash

South Africa head coach Hugo Broos has eulogized the performance of Percy Tau against Lesotho but expect more from him ahead of their crunch game...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Mar 23
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