NFF Sent Petition To Wrong Email – FIFA Gives Fresh Reason For Dismissing Nigeria’s Protest Against DR Congo

GISTLOVERS | 08-10-2026 12:55pm |

FIFA has dismissed Nigeria's protest regarding the use of goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi by DR Congo in the 2026 World Cup qualifying play-off. A fresh report indicates that the Nigeria Football Federation sent its petition through the wrong email. The dismissal was based on this procedural error. The NFF had lodged the protest over Mpasi's eligibility.

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