Nigeria, March 17 -- The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has revealed that it has begun the process of appealing FIFA's decision to reject its petition against the Democratic Republic of Congo over the eligibility of some players fielded in their 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff clash.

The playoff match, held on 16 November 2025 at the Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan Stadium in Rabat, Morocco, ended in disappointment for Nigeria's Super Eagles, who lost in a sudden-death penalty shootout after both sides were tied 1-1 at the end of regulation and extra time.

Confirming the development, NFF General Secretary Mohammed Sanusi said the federation is dissatisfied with FIFA's ruling and has initiated steps to challenge it.

"We have received the d...