Tunisia has raised concerns and filed a reservation against Joel Matip and Eric-Maxim Choupo-Moting, accusing them of playing irregularly for Cameroon in the recent World Cup play-offs. Both players, born in Germany, have represented the Indomitable Lions since 2010. Tunisia’s reservation comes after their 1-4 defeat and subsequent elimination from the 2014 World Cup during the play-offs.
FIFA (International Football Federation) has requested the files of the two players from Cameroon and is expected to make a decision on November 28. Meanwhile, Tunisia is cautiously optimistic about the possibility of being reinstated in the World Cup, especially considering their previous benefit from Cape Verde’s sanction that allowed them to compete in the play-offs.
In another contested match, Burkina Faso is disputing the eligibility of Majid Bougherra for the game against Algeria. The outcome of these cases will be determined by FIFA, which will play a crucial role in deciding the fate of the teams involved.