Fifa launches 100-day countdown but remains silent on Nigeria-dr congo case
FIFA has officially started the 100-day countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, generating excitement among football fans worldwide. The organisation highlighted the scale of the upcoming tournament, which will feature 48 teams and 104 matches. However, FIFA has not provided any update regarding the unresolved disciplinary case between Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The lack of clarity has left many stakeholders in Nigeria frustrated as the tournament draws closer.
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- FIFA announced the 100-day countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Tuesday.
- The tournament is scheduled from June 11 to July 19, with the opening match between Mexico and South Africa on June 11, 2026.
- No update was given on the disciplinary verdict involving Nigeria and DR Congo regarding the World Cup qualifiers.
- Nigeria lost to DR Congo in the African playoff final in November 2025, leading to a petition in December 2025 over alleged ineligible players.
- As DR Congo prepares for intercontinental playoffs later this month, FIFA has yet to issue a ruling on the matter.
