FIFA President sends message to CAF teams amid request to dock South Africa 3 points

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While teams await FIFA’s decision over South Africa fielding an ineligible player in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, president Gianni Infantino has sent a message.

Nigeria and the Benin Republic are calling on the world’s football governing body to sanction Bafana Bafana after Teboho Mokoena featured in a 2-0 victory over Lesotho.

The Mamelodi Sundowns striker had received yellow cards before the game in March; however, he was named in the starting line-up against the Crocodiles.

After eight rounds of matches, South Africa top the group with 17 points, three ahead of Benin Republic in second position, while Nigeria are third with 11 points.

While the Super Eagles’ chances of qualification hang by a thread, Benin will be level on points should South Africa be sanctioned, per GOAL.

Stakeholders from the continent have criticised both FIFA and CAF for keeping mum over the situation as the qualifiers head into the final phase next month.

While Morocco and Tunisia have confirmed their place in next year’s World Cup, Infantino stated that he is looking forward to other teams that will qualify from the continent.

The FIFA boss said on Instagram: “Thank you to all teams in Africa for participating in the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers.

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Lookman scores on Atletico Madrid debut

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February 6, 2026

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Ademola Lookman scores on his debut for Atlético Madrid Ademola Lookman scores on his debut for Atlético Madrid

Super Eagles forward, Ademola Lookman, scored on his debut for Atlético Madrid as they thrashed Real Betis 5-0 in the quarter-final of the Copa del Rey on Thursday night.

Lookman sealed his move from Atalanta to the La Liga side early this week.

The forward scored the third goal from a counter-attacking move after David Hancko and Giuliano Simeone had put Diego Simeone’s side 2 goals up.

Antoine Griezmann and Thiago Almada completed the rout after the 28-year-old’s 37th-minute goal.

Atlético and Betis will face each other again on Sunday in LaLiga.

Sadiq sets unwanted record in Copa del Rey loss

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February 6, 2026

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Nigeria striker Umar Sadiq carved his name into Valencia’s history as the club stumbled to a 2-1 Copa del Rey defeat to Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday night, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.

On a night of high drama at the Mestalla, Sadiq rewrote the record books after scoring at both ends of the pitch – for Bilbao in the 26th minute and for Valencia 10 minutes later.

The Super Eagles striker became the first-ever Valencia player to score both for and against the club in a single Spanish competition match.

Sadiq is also the first La Liga player to score a goal and an own goal in a Copa del Rey match since Verza for Almeria against Getafe in January 2015.

The 27-year-old’s unusual record-setting evening began in unfortunate fashion when he attempted to deal with a dangerous free-kick into the penalty area. Under pressure, the striker could only glance the ball past his own goalkeeper, handing Athletic Bilbao an early advantage.

But Sadiq responded 10 minutes later, pouncing on a costly error from Bilbao goalkeeper Alex Padilla to roll the ball into an unguarded net and restore parity for Valencia.

However, Athletic Bilbao had the final say. Six minutes into added time, Ghana international Iñaki Williams broke Valencia hearts with a decisive strike, sealing a dramatic late victory and knocking the hosts out of the Copa del Rey.

Valencia head coach Carlos Corberán refused to apportion blame to Sadiq following the defeat.

“I didn’t see Sadiq’s gesture, but I understand he was eager to score, and an own goal is always painful,” Corberán said after the match.

“He’s contributed a lot of hard work, and no player wants to suffer an own goal.”

The equaliser marked Sadiq’s second Copa del Rey goal since returning to the club during the winter transfer window, following his earlier strike in the 2-0 win over Burgos CF.