Former Maccabi Haifa Defender Denied World Cup Goal After FIFA Review

First reported by N12 · Jun 26, 2026

What happened

Abdoulaye Seck was initially credited with Senegal’s opener in a 5-0 win over Iraq, but FIFA’s later review gave the goal to Habib Diarra. The decision affects both Seck’s personal record and extra World Cup bonus money for Maccabi Haifa.

• 01FIFA reversed the initial goal award from Abdoulaye Seck to Habib Diarra.
• 02Senegal beat Iraq 5-0 on Friday in the match cited by the article.
• 03Seck was booked and replaced in the 58th minute.
• 04Maccabi Haifa is due about $29,000 more after Senegal reached the round of 32.
• 05If Senegal falls to England, Haifa’s total payment for Seck would be $219,000.

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