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AFCON: Libyan FA Appeals CAF Ruling Granting Nigeria 3-0
CAF’s verdict also imposed a $50,000 fine on Libya for breaching regulations in handling Nigeria’s arrival and accommodations.
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According to Libyan news outlet alwasat.ly, Libya has hired Tunisian lawyer Ali Abbas to represent its appeal, arguing the decision was “unfair.”
The dispute arose after Nigeria’s Football Federation reported that the Super Eagles faced a 20-hour ordeal, involving a diverted flight, an extensive wait at Labraq Airport—located 300 kilometres from Benghazi—and inadequate provisions, such as food and water. The Nigerian team ultimately abandoned the match and returned home.
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CAF’s disciplinary committee, led by Ousmane Kane, sided with Nigeria, citing Libya’s violations of Article 31 of the Africa Cup of Nations Regulations and Articles 82 and 151 of the CAF Disciplinary Code. The committee awarded Nigeria a 3-0 forfeit victory.
If the decision stands, Nigeria will move closer to securing a spot in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations finals in Morocco, while Libya, with only one point in Group D, faces elimination.
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