South Africa strengthened their bid for a 2026 FIFA World Cup spot with a 2-0 win over Benin, but their qualification hopes could be threatened by a potential points deduction for fielding an ineligible player in an earlier match.
Teboho Mokoena, who should have been suspended for accumulating two yellow cards, featured in last week’s win over Lesotho, raising concerns of a rule violation.
While FIFA regulations require protests within 24 hours, Lesotho have submitted an inquiry to FIFA and CAF.
On the pitch, South Africa secured victory with second-half goals from Lyle Foster and Jayden Adams.
The result puts them five points clear at the top of their group, but a ruling in Lesotho’s favor could see them drop to second place with four matches remaining.
