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Infantino Faces New Challenge Over DRC Goalkeeper
The article addresses a controversy surrounding Congolese national team player Lionel Mabasi's participation in the 2026 World Cup, due to a potentially illegal visa related to his eligibility to represent the national team. He holds both French and Congolese citizenship, and the issue pertains to incomplete nationality change procedures that have been underway since 2021. After his involvement in qualifiers and final rounds, reports emerged in March 2026 questioning Mabasi's eligibility. However, FIFA did not take any clear action, despite recommendations to suspend him and exclude the team from the global playoffs. This controversy has sparked both internal and external criticism and increased pressure on FIFA President Gianni Infantino, especially in light of previous scandals involving violations and misconduct in tournament management, which threaten the integrity of the competition and the fair, transparent application of regulations.
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