Report Claims FIFA Found DR Congo Goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi Ineligible in World Cup Qualifiers

Reports by international media outlets claim that FIFA determined DR Congo goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi was ineligible to play for the Leopards during the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign. Mpasi, who was born in France to Congolese parents, had previously featured for France at youth level. The reports say he did not complete the required association switch before representing DR Congo. The Nigeria Football Federation reportedly raised concerns after the Super Eagles lost to DR Congo on penalties in the African playoff final. Despite the alleged breach, FIFA reportedly did not overturn any results or impose sporting sanctions, allowing DR Congo to progress to the intercontinental playoff and qualify for the World Cup.

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