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    2026 WCQ: Finally, FIFA sanctions South Africa for fielding ineligible player

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    By BEN OGBEMUDIA


    The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has sanctioned the South African Football Association (SAFA) for fielding an ineligible player, Teboho Mokoena, in the World Cup 2026™ qualifier against Lesotho on March 21, 2025.

    The committee ruled that South Africa forfeited the match by a 3–0 scoreline, fined SAFA CHF 10,000, and issued Mokoena with a warning.

    Parties have ten days to request a detailed, published decision. The ruling may still be appealed before FIFA’s Appeal Committee.

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