Singida Black Stars has cleared Nigerian goalkeeper Amas Obasogie of match-fixing and gambling allegations, lifting his suspension imposed a week earlier.
Following his suspension on February 27 amid match-fixing investigations, Nigerian goalkeeper Amas Obasogie has been cleared by Tanzania's Singida Black Stars. The club announced the decision, resolving the claims and allowing the player to resume his career. The clearance was reported by Daily Trust on March 7, 2026.
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CAF has disqualified Senegal from the AFCON 2025 title after a controversial final walk-off against host Morocco, declaring a 3-0 forfeit win for the Atlas Lions. Senegal's federation will challenge the ruling at the Court of Arbitration for Sport, while players including Idrissa Gueye refuse to return medals. The government demands an independent probe into the decision and potential corruption.
Tanzania's Singida Black Stars club has suspended player Amas Obasogie amid match-fixing allegations. The move comes directly in response to these claims. Further details have not yet been released.
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Super Eagles midfielder Ndidi faces suspension for the upcoming match against Morocco, with Onyedika poised to take the starting position.
In the lead-up to FIFA's dismissal of Nigeria's protest on December 18, 2025—as previously reported—the Nigeria Football Federation challenged DR Congo's 2026 World Cup playoff win on November 16 in Rabat, Morocco, alleging ineligible players due to dual nationality issues under Congolese law. The 1-1 draw went to a 4-3 penalty shootout victory for DR Congo, but Nigeria's detailed complaint kept qualification hopes alive briefly.
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Senegal defeated Morocco 1-0 in the Africa Cup of Nations final on January 18, 2026, thanks to Pape Gueye's stunning extra-time goal. The match in Rabat descended into controversy when Senegal players protested a late penalty awarded to the hosts, walking off the pitch and delaying play for over 20 minutes. Brahim Diaz missed the spot-kick, allowing Senegal to rally for their second AFCON triumph in five years.
FIFA is scheduled to deliver its verdict on February 16, 2026, regarding Nigeria's petition against the Democratic Republic of Congo over alleged ineligible players in the 2026 World Cup African qualifiers. The Nigeria Football Federation claims six Congolese players violated eligibility rules due to improper nationality switches. A favorable ruling could reinstate Nigeria in the intercontinental play-offs.
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After topping Group D unbeaten—with a 3-0 win over Botswana and 1-1 draw against DR Congo—Senegal secured a 3-1 victory over Sudan in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 last-16 clash in Tangier, advancing to the quarter-finals after overturning an early deficit. Pape Gueye scored twice in the first half to give the Lions of Teranga the lead, with Ibrahim Mbaye adding a third late on. The win sets up a potential quarter-final against Mali or Tunisia.