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thatigboman:
even if he completes his jail time in UK, he will still be deported to ghana

At least he is still buying time to remain in UK by extending his jail term..lol

cr7lomo:
And u think all these will b achieved in 3 weeks...those same players Nigeria call illegitimate, all played in the just concluded AFCON.... stop deceiving urself and hoping on something impossible ... NFF are just fighting for the millions that fifa will give them if they qualify....we know they aren't doing it for Nigerians or super Eagles ...once they pay them the millions for participating...na to go buy G guard and range for woman

FIFA has never failed to rule on a petition before, that is a fact. They may rule before the playoff or allow the status quo to remain and rule later, based on precedent.
DR Congo played smart by fielding the same players at AFCON so as not to undermine their position before FIFA while the case is still pending.
When Nigeria won WAFCON, didn’t Morocco petition CAF regarding Ashley Plumptre’s eligibility? CAF threw the petition away because her change of allegiance was valid. Nigeria also has the right to challenge DR Congo before FIFA, for getting 7 players cleared 3 days before playoff.

lbrichman2:
This Semenyo is a cheat code for City!!!

He is good. He is also benefiting from playing alongside good players who create chances for him to score.

It seems intentional. He prefers to remain in a UK prison rather than be deported to Ghana. Why did he escape when he is almost done serving his jail term?

cr7lomo:
Better wake up.... they can't even change teams with 3 weeks to go... its done and dusted ...this decision was made 2 weeks ago as stated back then...

The same FIFA that congratulated South Africa for qualifying for the World Cup after they defeated Lesotho, even with a pending case on player eligibility? what happened a few days later? South Africa was penalized and moved back to second position. If Nigeria had not defeated Benin, the point deduction would have hunted SA
Aforesaid, the status quo remains pending the ruling. FIFA ruling is not even the final, there is still considerable for appeal at CAS, either Nigeria or DRC can still appeal at CAS

There is no ruling yet. The status quo remains pending the ruling.
Nigerians are just unpatriotic, rejoicing over fake news. They are rather hailing DR Congo that cheated by using machineries.shmm

I got the news below regarding playoff accreditation, I think tentatively DR Congo is representing Africa but anything can change after the ruling, particularly if it favours Nigeria






"Nigeria’s hopes of securing a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup have effectively ended after FIFA confirmed Democratic Republic of the Congo as Africa’s representative in the upcoming inter-confederation play-off tournament, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

In an official accreditation notice circulated to media covering the event, FIFA outlined the competition format and confirmed the six nations set to compete for the final two spots at the expanded global tournament.

The announcement leaves out Nigeria, whose football authorities had lodged a formal protest following their defeat to DR Congo in the CAF play-offs in November 2025. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) challenged the result, alleging that DR Congo fielded ineligible players during the decisive tie, which ended 1-1 before the Leopards prevailed on penalties.

The NFF had sought to overturn the outcome and secure reinstatement into the inter-confederation play-offs. However, FIFA’s latest communication makes no reference to any amendment to the qualified teams, strongly indicating that the original result stands.

In its statement, FIFA said: “The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Play-Off Tournament will see six teams fight it out for the final two places at the FIFA World Cup 2026™, to be staged in Canada, Mexico and the United States across 16 host cities.”

The governing body confirmed the participating nations as Bolivia, Congo DR, Iraq, Jamaica, New Caledonia and Suriname.

Tournament Format and Fixtures

The play-off tournament will take place from March 26 to March 31, 2026, in Guadalajara and Monterrey, Mexico.

According to FIFA, the four lowest-ranked teams in the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking — Bolivia, Jamaica, New Caledonia and Suriname — will contest bracket semi-finals. The two highest-ranked sides — DR Congo and Iraq — advance directly to the final stage.

This format places DR Congo one match away from qualification, with the African side set to face the winner of Jamaica versus New Caledonia for a place at the 2026 finals.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by United States, Canada and Mexico, will be the first edition expanded to 48 teams.

For Nigeria, FIFA’s confirmation brings months of uncertainty to a close. Although no separate public ruling was issued specifically addressing the NFF’s petition, the unchanged list of qualified teams suggests the appeal did not succeed.

https://bsnsports.com.ng/post/2026-World-Cup-Blow-For-Nigeria-As-FIFA-Names-DR-Congo-In-Play-Off-Line-Up#google_vignette

evanpass:
With this new development,makinde and his team need to seat up,and all this collecting of people's land in the name of circular road in ibadan won't be funny come next year general election.if you have people like Sunday igboho in your camp it's really a big plus

He worked for Makinde to become governor but felt betrayed that Makinde conspired with FG to arrest him. Seyi also used the 2024 stampede to deal with Oriyomi, another grassroot mobiliser that helped him to become governor. He has since declared under Accord. So many things will work against his candidate to succeed him

He is representing two local governments in the National Assembly. The other LGA will feel aggrieved if he does not allow rotation. That was the reason Hon. Shina Peller did not return, it was based on rotation. Even the late Temitope Sugar served only one term as HOR member before deciding to contest for the Senate.

NaijaSumi:
Continue with the Punishment... Your eye go soon clear Mr Tinubu... The North are watching very keenly... They will respond adequately at the right time sir

Enough of this emotional blackmail, and stop to politicize issues along regional lines. What they did was unethical and the impunity must not be encouraged.

Clint02:
Where's Osimhen?

They rested most of their first team players. Either win or lose, Galasatary already qualified to the next stage.

BankyGee:
I don't think he's subbing Osimhen, maybe another person. I told someone on X exactly what Basco just typed there, Osimhen is crazily loved and even UCL and UEL (which he isn't even playing in currently) post him regularly. He doesn't pay anybody.

Onuachua might've been subbing someone else, but he for read the room with all the agendas wey dey fly upandan against Osimhen. And yeah, he respects Osimhen a lot.

Yea, it was likely not directed at Osimhen, because I don't think he has outscored him this season overall

Macphenson:
That headline is misleading. Listen to Peter Obi and understand that the Person that wrote the headline is mischievous.

Peter Obi was mak8ng reference to basic foods being imported, which have automatically killed farming. Manufacturing houses have been turned to warehouses of imported foods which is not a good one for the country.
In line with his consistent slogan, he said he would move the country from consumption to Production. Now we are importing basic foods we should plant that simply means we have killed farming and farmer's business in Nigeria.

Of course it will come with serious consequences.

People up there can't comprehend. They don't even have data to listen to Peter Obi.

He has not stopped his importation business, he is a major importer of goods into Nigeria and a heavy user of foreign exchange

You can be an eight years governor and still be a greenhorn. Seyi Makinde is being taught what is called politics.

ggood:
which primary there is no indirect primary again

Oh..thanks.but I was talking of general election here.

DeLaRue:
You will find out why some call the Yorubas sophisticated.

You genuinely believe Oyo State people will vote Mr Atiku over Mr Tinubu

Even if Mr Makinde is Mr Atiku's vice, Mr Tinubu will win comfortably.

Oyo State Governorship election is another thing.

Don't mind him. Oyo state is not only about Ibadan where Makinde is popular. Of the 33 local government areas in Oyo state, 22 are outside Ibadan.

LegendHero:
Atiku will pick Obi again so far Obi remain in ADC after the primaries.

If Obi leaves, then Amaechi will be the one.

Amaechi just dey whyne. As it stand, I no even know him base and the region that is his stronghold when it comes to an actual election

When Amaechi was Rivers state governor, he couldn't even win Wike. I also don’t know where his votes will come from in the general election.

All in favour Atiku. Amaechi and Obi will share the votes of Southern delegates.

Leonardo4:
Osime cost galatasary 65million pounds
Mbeumo cost manu 71million pounds
So it's not about the cost or afcon

Now, compare their salaries and bonuses, who is more expensive eventually? Who is closer to the 100M mentioned?

billyadam:
How many unit of shares was the #1m worth when purchased. Two things you have to bear in mind is the share valuation and dividends accrued on those overtime.

You just made it more complicated for him..haha

Leonardo4:
And Mbeumo is not an afcon player abi. Continue deceiving yourself

Mbeumo is not $100M player, so he can go to AFCON..Man U, that was a slap oo

lbrichman2:
Truth is, with Liverpool's current form, this tie could go either way..

Gala need to play better and try to win convincingly at home..
Pass to Osimhen!!

Because Liverpool is almost certain to win at Anfield

I watched a guy's video questioning whether there is a goal bonus in Osimhen's contract which they are avoiding to pay...lol..(nothing of such though, fans are just angry)
The coach should do something and end the selfish play. They can win Liverpool if they play as a team

A clear admission from Amaechi that the ruling APC government is strong and strategic

Four of the teams Galatasaray faced in the group stage qualified for the Round of 16.


Manchester City
Bodo/Glimt
Athletico Madrid
Liverpool

lbrichman2:
See professional players dey pass ball like who dey play street football or all those Pakistani league players.. SMH

Merten and Morata really played well with him last season.

Just pass the ball to Osimhen, na wah for Galatasaray players oo..

Nairalandankra:
Apart from osimhen and the gala keeper, the rest should bury their faces in shame.. including their coach.

Sometime this week, there were rumors making the rounds that osimhen was being owed two months pay ..I don't know how true it is , but with their wide mouth coach coming out to say that the club spent all their money on osimhen, it made me think that some section of the team might be setting up Victor for blame should they fail to do well in Europe.... Considering the amount they invested.

That's why I'm happy they have advanced but at what cost?? Is it until Victor dies on the pitch before they realize a simple cross, a simple pass will do??.. when we say gala is wack, pls try and understand us.. we care for Victor bro..but they're wearing him out

The coach actually made that statement in jest, he even laughed after saying it. Galatasaray has come out to debunk claims that they owe any of their players.

maidaboi:
hmm Lookman will want spurs too

Lookman’s Atletico can easily handle Liverpool. Let Galatasaray face Tottenham for now, lol.
It would be a joy to see two Nigerians in the last eight.

Galatasaray vs Tottenham will be cool

$12.2M for Galatasaray for qualifying for round of 16, they almost let the money slip away, thanks Osimhen

Seyi first had a meeting with the President and according to Fayose, he was not welcome. Then he met with Atiku, again, according to Fayose, Atiku requested 10 billion naira commitment. Now with Kwankwaso, the question is, between the two, who will be the presidential candidate and who will be the running mate?
Makinde's headache now is about Oyo Politics, to have more political alliances to be able to install a successor, someone who can cover his tracks

MemphitzDgreat1:
Tinubu will also be prosecuted for the financial crimes against Nigeria....

Yea,just like how Obasanjo, GEJ, late Buhari were prosecuted