By Gwurld4026 
2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Super Eagles’ Hope Amid South Africa Risk
South Africa’s national football team, Bafana Bafana, is facing potential disciplinary action for fielding midfielder Teboho Mokoena during their 2-0 victory over Lesotho in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Reports indicate that Mokoena had accumulated yellow cards in previous matches against Benin and Zimbabwe, rendering him ineligible for the subsequent fixture against Lesotho.
According to FIFA regulations, a player who receives two yellow cards in separate matches must serve a one-match suspension. Fielding an ineligible player can result in the offending team forfeiting the match and facing additional penalties, such as a fine of at least CHF 6,000.
As of now, no formal protest has been lodged, and FIFA has not issued an official ruling on the matter. The situation remains under review, and further developments are awaited.
This development could impact the standings in Group C of the African qualifiers, potentially affecting the qualification prospects of other teams, including Nigeria’s Super Eagles. However, the final outcome will depend on FIFA’s investigation and any subsequent decisions regarding the alleged infraction.