The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed that Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi is eligible to feature in Sunday’s crucial FIFA World Cup playoff clash against DR Congo.
There had been uncertainty surrounding the availability of the Besiktas star after he received a yellow card in the semi-final against Gabon. However, CAF’s latest clarification indicates that accumulated cautions from the World Cup qualifying rounds do not carry over into the playoffs. Only players with confirmed suspensions from previous matches are ineligible.
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CAF has confirmed that Wilfred Ndidi is eligible to feature for the Super Eagles in Sunday’s playoff clash against DR Congo.
Cautions accumulated during the World Cup qualifiers do not carry over into the playoffs; only confirmed suspensions apply. pic.twitter.com/hJNYMxdr64
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This development comes as a major boost for coach Eric Chelle’s squad as they push for a ticket to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ndidi’s presence is expected to strengthen Nigeria’s midfield ahead of the decisive matchup in Rabat.
The Super Eagles will face DR Congo on Sunday, with the winner securing a place at the global football showpiece.
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