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Knowledge Muneri                                                                                   

Saint Eloi Lupopo have confirmed that Orlando Pirates' case against the DRC side has been dismissed by CAF, and the Linafoot side will remain in the CAF Champions League.

"Football Club Saint Lupopo has secured a decisive administrative victory following the decision made by the Confederation of African Football (CAF)," the club announced. CAF rejected the complaint from South African team Orlando Pirates and confirmed the eligibility of players Molia and Kashala, who were properly registered.

The CAF also clarified that the presence of coach Guy Bukasa on the bench during the match cannot be subject to a sanction against Football Club Saint Eloi Lupopo.

In a related development, Orlando Pirates have been fined by CAF after St. Eloi Lupopo's official complaint:
- $5,000 (R86,000) for depriving Lupopo of accreditations
- $20,000 (R344,000) for spraying chemicals in Lupopo's locker room