The Confederation of Africa Football (CAF) has disqualified the South Sudan U-17 national football team from the ongoing 2023 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) U17 tournament in Algeria.
The team was disqualified after five of their players failed the MRI test conducted on the team.
The South Sudan Football Association (SSFA) expressed its regret in a statement and acknowledged the decision made by the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
SSFA Spokesperson Albino Kuek Deng revealed the MRI test was conducted on 26 April and was intended to confirm that all players met the age eligibility criteria established by the competition’s regulations.
