The head coach of Benin Republic, Gernot Rohr, has claimed FIFA’s decision to deduct three points from South Africa is coming very late.
On Monday, the world football governing body announced the award of three points and three goals to Lesotho.
It is punishment for Bafana Bafana fielding an ineligible player in their 2026 World Cup qualifier on March 21.
The outcome of the judgement means Benin Republic are now top of Group C with 14 points.
South Africa also have 14 points, but with a lesser goal difference.
“The decision of FIFA to deduct three points from South Africa is a logical one but it’s coming very late, six months already that they had to do it,” Rohr said on Brila FM while reacting to the decision.
“Now we have two games to play, two very difficult games away in Rwanda and against Nigeria in Uyo.
“South Africa play their last two games at home which means they will play seven home matches (in the qualifiers) out of 10 because Lesotho and Zimbabwe play their home matches in South Africa. But we will try to qualify and remain humble.”
