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Nigeria Dreads Uncertainty as 100-Day Countdown to 2026 W’Cup Begins

Nigeria Dreads Uncertainty as 100-Day Countdown to 2026 W’Cup Begins

FIFA begins final 100-day countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking the approach of the tournament, while leaving the verdict of Nigeria's appeal against DR Congo unchanged.

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FIFA launched the final 100-day countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but remained mum on a verdict related to Nigeria's appeal against DR Congo's disqualification. The world governing body marked the approach of the tournament with no additional information on the disciplinary matter. The 2026 World Cup is set to take place in the United States and Canada. A resolution on Nigeria's appeal was expected but not announced by FIFA.

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