FIFA to crack down on ‘age cheats’

FIFA will attempt to crack down on ‘age cheats’ at the U17 World Cup which kicks off in Nigeria this weekend by carrying out random tests.

Medical officers will carry out MRI scans of players’ wrists and by measuring the fusion of bones will be able to determine whether they are actually under 17.

The Nigeria Football Federation initially claimed the tests were not reliable but FIFA have said they are determined to push ahead.