FIFA stripped points from Bafana Bafana after officials ruled the team fielded Teboho Mokoena while suspended. The infraction occurred during South Africa's qualifier against Lesotho on March 21. Authorities determined the football association breached Article 19 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code and Article 14 of competition regulations. The penalty pushed Hugo Broos' squad into second place behind Benin.
Both teams hold 14 points, but Benin leads on superior goal difference. The football association may appeal within 10 days. South Africa must defeat Zimbabwe and Rwanda while hoping Benin loses points. The squad needs to overcome a one-goal differential if both sides finish level.
Both teams hold 14 points, but Benin leads on superior goal difference. The football association may appeal within 10 days. South Africa must defeat Zimbabwe and Rwanda while hoping Benin loses points. The squad needs to overcome a one-goal differential if both sides finish level.
