Nigeria’s National Men’s Football Team head coach Eric Chelle has alleged that a member from the Democratic Republic of Congo Football Team used some form of black magic that aided the Leopards win over Nigeria.

DR Congo beat Nigeria on penalties after the CAF 2026 FIFA World Cup Playoff Final ended 1-1 after regulation time and extra time. Congo captain Chancel Mbemba scored the winning penalty kick to put the Congolese through to the Intercontinental playoff tournament.

On his part, Chelle said he was engaged in a physical tussle on the sidelines during the penalty shootout because he suspected a technical member of the Congolese team was using voodoo to gain an edge.

DR Congo celebrate 2026 World Cup Playoff Win over Nigeria Photo Courtesy: CAF

“During the penalty session, a guy from Congo did some voodoo every time, every time…so this is why I was a little nervous after him” Chelle said.

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DR Congo players celebrate 2026 World Cup Playoff Win over Nigeria Photo Courtesy: CAF