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NFF denies FIFA rejection reports in DR Congo eligibility dispute
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Ten days after reports claimed FIFA dismissed Nigeria's protest over DR Congo players' eligibility in the 2026 World Cup African playoff, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) refuted those claims. Secretary General Dr Mohammed Sanusi said no official decision has been received, with the matter still under review.
Senegal aims to secure knockout progression against Benin in the Africa Cup of Nations Group D finale, while DR Congo seeks top spot against eliminated Botswana. Both matches occur Tuesday at 19:00 GMT in Morocco.
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Senegal remained unbeaten at the Africa Cup of Nations after a 1-1 draw with DR Congo in Group D, thanks to Sadio Mane's equalizer in Tangier. Cedric Bakambu had given the Leopards the lead midway through the second half. The result keeps Senegal top of the group on goal difference following their opening 3-0 win over Botswana.