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Goke7:
Dude is in great form!

He’s just playing at 65-70percent form,what his helping him is his team mates ,when u play with good players e go show for ur play ,once he hits form,he will be unplayable

lexyman:
i am not a medical Doctor , but i know that you need to take anti malaria drugs

Dis one pass malaria ….o jina si malaria o sun mon siwin 😃

Papi85:
Galatasaray collect for Okokoyaspor hand this evening. I for wetin mk here calm this evening 🤣🤣🤣🤣

lol 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂


Aloyinleponspor beat our Seriki team today 😃😃😃😃😃😃

jihday:
lol, verdict ko

Jihday I no believe say u sef no believe in our petition 😯😯😯…let me knw ur take on dis dr Congo issue

TheSuperNerd:
Bia Bankygee and BascoVanVeli... una no update us on this one ooo. Abi I miss am? Meanwhile una captain make am.

Anyway, Osimhen rested as precaution.

Abeg we need him against Jamaica 🇯🇲 oo 😏😏😏, all dis aloyinleponspor shld take time

fabyom:
FIFA released playoff schedule last week, and you are still expecting a verdict? Dey there!

Oga Dts d fifa handler ..it has nothing to do with the petition…was it not the same way d handler congratulated South Africa 🇿🇦 dt Dey have just a game to qualify b4 d points was later docked..it’s a serious case #hopestilldey #drcongonigeria

BankyGee:
FIFA go even talk? 😂

U think say FIFA NA INEC ,Dey must respond to the petition unfailingly 😊,max in two to three weeks time . The case is a serious one

FiveFootNinja:
How far the World Cup petition na? Lawyers in the house, wetin dey occur?

FIFA don talk🙄?

lbrichman2:
Has anyone seen this?

Yes …dts d plan B if d verdict doesn’t Favor us , Wc I doubt anyways

After listening to Shehu Dikko’s interview, it’s obvious the DR Congo issue is far more complicated than many of us thought. FIFA’s careful handling shows how serious the situation really is. This isn’t just a typical football dispute it’s a major case with significant implications.


I won’t be surprised if dr Congo gets expelled

Ngozi okobi is back … I dare to say she’s d most intelligent super falcon midfielder ever…she’s dt good ..I wondered y she hasn’t been making the list

Goke7:
Am sorry to say this I doubt Chelle contract will be extended. We know how these things end. Dude may just be waiting to see if we may go to the World Cup. Expect another ex eagles player to take charge when he leaves.

My tots too …anyway Dts were I come in

lbrichman2:
Chelle's 19 point proposal to the NFF..
This man means business..
If only we can keep our side of the bargain..

https://x.com/i/status/2024367394328560009

C chelle demands when me and my lawyer Dey ask for just $35k per month ….hmmm

123jamessmith:
I think NFF petition to FIFA might just see the light of day. Assuming the petition didn't carry and weight, FIFA would have long ago reject or denounce the petition is favour to Congo.
So for FIFA to still be deliberating on the petition, that shows that we might be in a good position to replace Congo.
What's keeping FIFA on this issue?

We re working behind d scenes with my lawyer ,just chill

[quote author=jihday post=138502358]

2026 World Cup-bound IRAN to face tournament absentee #NIGERIA in a friendly match on 27 March, via spokesperson of the Football Federation of Iran, Amirmahdi Alavai.

Both played out the first draw of the 2014 World Cup and the first game without goals.pic.twitter.com/vB5OQzUEyj

— Olúwashínà Òkélèjì (@oluwashina) February 17, 2026

nff page 😏?

Osimhen shld join Barca or psg dis summer …😎

Ppogbae:
When he doesn't score, he provides assists.

Osimhen unveiling this aspect of his skill set is frightening.

Imagine facing Galatasaray and trying to figure out whether you'll face the scoring or playmaker version of Osimhen.

Terrifying stuff.

Where d terrifying stuff Dey against dr Congo ,now he Dey make us explain Taya for FIFA 😃😃😃

TheSuperNerd:
Hausa League AKA Seriki league destroying Serie A in a UCL Knockout fixture... who would have thought?

But ur boy no fit score na …na against aloyinleponspor him Dey get hat trick 😃😃😃

opes:
Eric Chelle is seeking to double his $50,000 monthly salary to $100,000 to extend his contract with the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF)

C NFf …when me and my lawyer Dey negotiate 35k dollars per month with nff ,dem Neva gree even though my lawyer go collect 7k dollars per month from d pay as kickbacks😊😊

lbrichman2:
Make una comot mind from this issue

I no Dey commot any mind ,na my mind ..u fit commot ur own 😊…till I c eagles in 2026 World Cup …I stan with nff 💯 😎

chrisooblog:
Yeah, I kinda align with your thoughts on the case.

Honestly, I would be the happiest supporter if the ruling went our way but one just has to be realistic.

The gymnastics of FIFA ruling miraculously in favour SE is just too much.

If dere would be any sanction ,it would be forfeiture of the match(0-3) and possibly some bans with d players involved or nothing …no midway

Anything dt has to do with ineligibility/fraud ,It comes with heavy sanctions…it’s like u re expecting a referee to give a gk yellow card for deliberately handling the ball outside his 18yard box

Deres nothing like been fair or stay in d middle …it’s eida DR CONGO IS GUILTY AND FACE HEAVY SANCTIONS or remain in the playoffs and no sanctions

chuks404:
honestly nobody is denying this fact. You are absolutely correct. But you can't also blame the NFf , for taking the risk to expose the obvious that others failed to . Mind you, Ghana won us , we didn't complain

If they are caught, and the punishment is to disqualify them from participating, how does it make Nigeria lesser?

Let's allow FIFA to do their part.

Honestly ,I no understand some Nigerians.

Ur last part sums it up and I understand perfectly that we re used to “cheating” by our leaders..cos if not , I c no reason y a sensible person would c a cheat and allow it to slide .

Look at the Senegalese 🇸🇳, Dey fought for their right and stood against dt biased penalty call ,what we couldn’t do dt denied us a ticket to the finals

Procashtips:
Looking at the performances of both countries during the qualifiers, do we truly deserve the ticket?

Oga dis question is stale already ..we know we played badly and our nff is shit. However a football game is won off and on the pitch ..if truly dr Congo used ineligible players as alleged by nff in their protest letter den Dey must be punished.Y re we making it look like we re doing something wrong when it’s obvious if it was the other way round ,it’s we the fans that will be calling for nffs head for making such a terrible mistake..


Besides this is not the first time we will be missing out of the World Cup,when Ghana 🇬🇭 won us in 2022,did we complain or filed any protest? No because Ghana qualified on a clean slate..Deres a reason a football game is termed “fair play” ,As a team you must win clean and square

If nff feels we deserve to file a case for an “obvious “ cheat ..why not ,I support them 💯

joxxy01:
What time is their meeting?

U wan attend as ex officio II 😃😃😃

Damioduso1:
BREAKING NEWS:

Nigeria, DR Congo verdict ready, FIFA Executive Council to decide.

According to a source familiar with the case, the anticipatory decision today has been deferred to the FIFA Executive Council members who are expected to meet tomorrow, February 17 in Zurich, the FIFA Headquarters.

Baba u don post like 50 news today concerning dis issue …none correct 😃😃😃😃

mostob:
I just hear now say FIFA don declare the case as inconclusive

lol inec members Dey fifa committee ?

Sarsaparilla524:
FIFA has finally ruled on the case between Super Eagles of Nigeria and DR Congo. See full judgement below 👇🏼

FIFA DISCIPLINARY COMMITTEE

(Under the authority of FIFA Regulations and the 2026 World Cup Qualification Framework)

IN THE MATTER OF:

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF)
v.
The Congolese Association Football Federation (FECOFA)

RE: Eligibility Dispute – 2026 FIFA World Cup African Qualifiers (Best Losers Playoff Round)

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DECISION AND RULING

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I. Background
1.The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), representing the Nigeria national football team, filed a formal protest following the Best Losers Playoff match against the DR Congo national football team.
2.The playoff match was held to determine qualification for the final African slot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
3.The match concluded with a 2–1 victory in favor of DR Congo, provisionally granting them advancement.
4.Nigeria’s protest alleged that Player X who appeared and scored during the match, was ineligible to represent DR Congo due to an incomplete nationality switch process under FIFA eligibility regulations.

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II. Jurisdiction
5.The FIFA Disciplinary Committee confirms jurisdiction pursuant to Articles 52 and 54 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code and the Regulations Governing the Application of the FIFA Statutes regarding player eligibility.

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III. Findings of Fact

After reviewing:
•The official match report,
•Player registration documentation,
•CorrespondenceCorrespondence9 between FECOFA and FIFA’s Players’ Status Department,
•Evidence submitted by both federations,

The Committee finds:
6.Player X previously represented another national association at youth competitive level.
7.Under FIFA Regulations Governing the Application of the Statutes, a player seeking to change association must:
•Submit a formal request for change of association;
•Receive written approval from FIFA;
•Await official confirmation before participating in an “A” international match.
8.While Player X had initiated the nationality switch process, the required formal approval from FIFA had not been issued prior to the Best Losers Playoff match.
9.No provisional clearance or temporary authorization had been granted.
10.The player therefore did not meet the eligibility requirements at the time of participation.

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IV. Applicable Regulations
11.Article 9 of the Regulations Governing the Application of the FIFA Statutes stipulates that a player may only represent a new association after approval of the change of association request.
12.Article 21 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code provides that a team fielding an ineligible player shall forfeit the match.
13.Playoff matches are considered official competition matches and are subject to strict eligibility compliance.

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V. Decision

Accordingly, the FIFA Disciplinary Committee rules as follows:
1.Player X of the DR Congo national football team was ineligible at the time of the Best Losers Playoff match due to an incomplete nationality switch.
2.DR Congo is deemed to have fielded an ineligible player.
3.The playoff match is declared forfeited.
4.The result is recorded as:
•DR Congo 0 – 3 Nigeria
5.The Nigeria national football team is declared winner of the Best Losers Playoff Round.
6.Nigeria is thereby awarded qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
7.The DR Congo national football team is disqualified from the playoff pathway but retains the right to appeal before the FIFA Appeals Committee.

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VI. Observations

The Committee emphasizes that nationality switch procedures are fundamental to preserving competitive integrity in international football. Participation without formal approval, even if administrative processing is underway, constitutes a clear regulatory violation.

Strict compliance is mandatory, particularly in high-stakes playoff fixtures determining World Cup qualification.

FAKE

Nairalandankra:
Is well.... At least now that the dust have settled, we can now rest and move on..
Wishing DRC all the best in the world cup..

Where u hear ur own o 😃

orriyomi33:
Breaking news !!!!!!!!!......?

E b like say dis fifa sitting sef na lamba

minfelix:
e b like say otilor oo

No believe anything bro …all news for now concerning d verdict na FAKE

So many counter stories going on ..ppu just Dey claim say dem win d case…dr congo wins petition/nigeria wins petition 😃😃

Mujtahida:
My gut says it's just a baseless rumor, this talk about fifa deciding the case today. I might be wrong but I don't trust the info

Same me …cos nothing has suggested dt on fifa website