FIFA faces World Cup eligibility row over ineligible player

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 6 Oct, 14:31 · Archive

FIFA allowed an ineligible goalkeeper to play for DR Congo during World Cup qualifying.

FIFA has come under scrutiny after allowing an ineligible player to represent DR Congo during World Cup qualifying. The goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi played for the team during the campaign, including against England, despite questions over his eligibility to do so.

Nigeria and Jamaica are considering their options following the revelation. The scandal puts pressure on FIFA president Gianni Infantino over how the eligibility breach was permitted to occur.

How it is being reported

• Gianni Infantino under pressure over new World Cup scandal after allowing ineligible playerMirror Sport · 6 Oct, 14:10
• Gianni Infantino faces fresh World Cup eligibility scandal over goalkeeper who played against EnglandIndependent Sport · 6 Oct, 12:07

In this story: FIFA · Gianni Infantino · Lionel Mpasi · DR Congo · England · Nigeria · Jamaica

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