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Sodje Criticizes Nigerians For Celebrating South Africa’s FIFA Punishment
Former Super Eagles defender Samuel Sodje has frowned at Nigerians celebrating FIFA’s decision to dock South Africa three points, calling the reaction “embarrassing.”
On Monday, FIFA announced the punishment after Bafana Bafana fielded an ineligible player, Teboho Mokoena, in their 2026 World Cup qualifier against Lesotho in March 2025. Alongside the points deduction, three goals were also taken off South Africa’s tally.
The ruling has reignited hope among some Nigerian fans, with the Super Eagles now just three points behind South Africa in the group, sitting on 11 points.
But Sodje believes the excitement is misplaced. “South Africa broke the rules and were rightly punished, that’s normal,” he told Soccernet. “What I find surprising is Nigerians treating this like major news. Honestly, it’s embarrassing.”
Ghanaian Referee, Daniel Laryea, who officiated the Nigeria vs Morocco game in AFCON gets interviews and shared his experience.
The referee reveals how it was his first time in a semi final and was kind of nervous. “I’ve been to three AFCON tournaments, but this is the first time I’ve been in a semi-final.”
“So when coaches choose you for that game, they know your skills and what you can do. But of course, you feel a little nervous because of the level of the match.”
Nigerian Footballer, Bright Osayi-Samuel , react to match as Super Eagles lose to Morocco.
The player calls out CAF for their referee appointment. He shares how the Ghanaian Referee was tough on the field and made bad choices.
“One thing I would say is that the referee was really bad. I’m not saying that was the reason we lost. He is making really bad choices and it’s really tough to watch because we have referees like this in big games like today.
He then praises Morocco for a good game “But Morocco did really well.”
Super Eagles Coach, Eric Chelle speaks and shared why Nigeria lost the AFCON match to Morocco.
It can be noted that the match was held on the 14th of January, 2026. Nigeria lost the match with a draft in the penalties, 4-2.
During a recent interview, Chelle shared his observations about the match and shared why they lost.
“From a technical point of view, the Super Eagles weren’t at the same level as we displayed in our other matches.”
“I don’t want to say the reason was fatigue, but the truth is that we lacked movement and power.”
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