FIFA has sanctioned the Nigeria Football Federation and the DR Congo Football Federation following the infractions recorded during the disputed 2026 FIFA World Cup African play-off final between the Super Eagles and Les Léopards.
Super Eagles spokesperson Promise Efoghe confirmed that FIFA notified the NFF of the sanctions via an official email over the weekend.
DR Congo defeated Nigeria 4–3 on penalties in Morocco to advance to the intercontinental play-offs.
Efoghe confirmed that both the NFF and the Congolese FA were found guilty of separate infractions during the match played on November 16, 2025, according to FIFA’s latest disciplinary overview released for the World Cup qualifiers.
The spokesperson noted that Nigeria was penalised for a breach relating to order and security at matches, specifically involving the throwing of objects by spectators under Article 17 and Article 17.2.b of the FIFA Disciplinary Code, and the NFF was consequently fined 1,000 Swiss francs.
On their part, the DR Congo federation received a heavier sanction after supporters were found to have used laser pointers or similar electronic devices during the match. The act contravenes Article 17.2.d of the FIFA Disciplinary Code, leading FIFA to impose a 5,000 Swiss franc fine on the Congolese body.
