South Africa’s World Cup hopes hang in the balance as FIFA investigates their use of ineligible midfielder Teboho Mokoena in a 2-0 win over Lesotho. Mokoena should have served a suspension after two prior yellow cards but played regardless, prompting Lesotho to lodge a formal complaint. If FIFA rules against South Africa, the result could be overturned, awarding Lesotho a 3-0 victory and pushing them to second in Group C—just one point behind South Africa. With only group winners guaranteed a spot at the 2026 World Cup, South Africa now anxiously awaits FIFA’s decision, which could make or break their campaign.
Source: BBC