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Message: [QUOTE="Munyaradzi Mafaro, post: 62732, member: 636"] Benin Republic manager Gernot Rohr criticized FIFA for taking six months to sanction South Africa over fielding an ineligible player during World Cup qualifying. The governing body awarded three points and three goals to Lesotho on Monday following the March 21 violation. Rohr told Brila FM the ruling places Benin atop Group C with 14 points ahead of Bafana Bafana on goal difference. The German coach noted South Africa benefits from playing seven of 10 qualifiers at home since Lesotho and Zimbabwe use South African venues. Benin faces challenging road matches against Rwanda and Nigeria in Uyo to close the campaign. Rohr pledged his team will maintain focus despite the favorable standings shift. [/QUOTE]