Congo in the 2026 World Cup: Investigation reveals irregularities in the qualification

Internal documents reveal that Mpasi, with a background in the youth categories of France, played crucial matches with Congo, despite possible irregularities in his international affiliation. Nigeria lodged a claim that FIFA deemed inadmissible, sparking controversy about the validity of Congo's qualification.

Alternatives proposed by FIFA

The organization's lawyers discussed sanctions against the player and the Congolese federation, but ultimately no disciplinary action was taken. Congo managed to maintain its qualification and defeated Jamaica to secure its ticket to the World Cup, where they faced Colombia, Portugal, and Uzbekistan.

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