The South African Football Association’s (SAFA) CEO, Lydia Monyepao, has acknowledged that FIFA has contacted them regarding an inquiry into Teboho Mokoena’s suspensionBafana Bafana has received a letter from the world football governing body requesting an explanation for Mokoena’s performance against Lesotho in March of this year. Due to two yellow cards, the midfield player was unable to participate in the 2026 World Cup qualifying matchSouth Africa’s 2-0 victory could possibly be overturned to a 3-0 loss according to FIFA’s probe. According to Idiski Times, Monyepao stated, “We received communication from FIFA regarding the investigation they have launched in terms of the Lesotho match that Teboho Mokoena was fielded, yesterday.” Thus, we’re getting ready to respond to the FIFA Disciplinary Committee, which is ultimately what our association must doNigeria is currently in third place in Group C with 11 points, behind South Africa (17 points) and the Benin Republic (14 points), with two games remaining. Nigeria and Benin will be anxiously awaiting FIFA’s decision on the issue.
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