2026 WCQ: ‘Does not change anything,’ Nigerians react after South Africa docked 3 points

Many Nigerian football fans have brushed off FIFA’s decision to dock South Africa three points in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, insisting it will have little impact on the Super Eagles’ slim chances of reaching the tournament.
While some described the ruling as “too late,” others blamed Nigeria’s struggles on poor performances and administrative lapses rather than South Africa’s setback.The FIFA Disciplinary Committee had on Monday sanctioned the South Afric