FIFA Fines Nigeria Over Crowd Control

World governing body FIFA has slammed Nigeria with a fine of 30,000 Swiss Francs for fans' unruly behaviour after the Super Eagles win over Cameroon at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo last month. Nigeria was also warned against future incidents.

  • Nigeria:   FIFA Fines Nigeria $30,800, NFF Appeals

    Guardian, 4 October 2017

    The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) yesterday expressed surprise at the $30,800 fine slammed on the country by world football ruling body, FIFA for alleged crowd encroachment… Read more »

  • Nigeria:   FIFA Fines Nigeria Over Crowd Control

    This Day, 3 October 2017

    World governing body FIFA has slammed Nigeria with a fine of 30,000 Swiss Francs for fans' unruly behaviour after the Super Eagles' 4-0 win over Cameroon at the Godswill Akpabio… Read more »

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