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CAF Demands Documents from Libya After Nigeria’s AFCON Match Cancellation
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has reached out to the Libyan Football Federation (LFF) requesting specific documentation related to the cancellation of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match in Group D against Nigeria.
The Super Eagles were scheduled to face Libya on October 15 but withdrew from the fixture after a harrowing incident.
Their flight was redirected to Labraq Airport, where players endured an alarming 18-hour ordeal.
During this time, they were held in a restricted area without access to the internet, food, or water, which led to their decision to forfeit the match.
Nasser Al-Suwaie, the Secretary-General of the LFF and the official overseeing the federation’s operations has confirmed that CAF has set a deadline of October 20 for both the Libyan and Nigerian football associations to submit the necessary documents related to this incident.
In a statement, Al-Suwaie indicated that the LFF has engaged a legal representative to compile and present evidence supporting their case.
Al-Suwaie has also raised concerns about possible collusion from certain factions within CAF, expressing confidence in the strength of the Libyan Federation’s position.
He emphasized that the LFF is not responsible for the aircraft’s change in flight path that led to the unscheduled landing at Al-Abraq Airport.
According to him, this decision was made at the level of the Libyan state, and he stressed that the sovereignty of Libya should be acknowledged and respected by all parties involved.
This situation highlights the complexities surrounding international sports events, especially in regions where political and security issues intersect with athletic competitions.
The implications of such incidents extend beyond football, impacting diplomatic relations and national pride.
The outcome of the CAF’s investigation and the subsequent actions of both football federations will be closely watched as they unfold in the coming days.
Argentina coach, Lionel Scaloni publicly forgives Brazil player, Raphinha amid the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier.
The Brazil footballer shared during an interview just before the match that Brazil will beat Argentina silly. “We’re going to give Argentina a beating, no doubt. Am I going to score? Yes. With everything. F**k them.”
However the match ended on a different story with Argentina celebrating their 4-1 win against Brazil. Afterwards Scaloni speaks to the press on the match “I forgive Raphinha because I know he didn’t do it on purpose, he’s defending his country.”
“I’m completely sure he didn’t mean to hurt anyone. We didn’t play like this because of that.”
Nigerian Footballer, Victor Osimhen expresses frustration as he storms off the football field after match with Zimbabwe. The recent match ended in a 1-1 draw with Zimbabwe.
Super Eagles were gen multiple chances to cause the match to end in a victory but however missed it. Shortly after a failed pass, Osimhen was substituted after gaining a cramp, with Victor Boniface.
During the last moments of the match, Chirewa was able to secure an important point of Zimbabwe. Leaving Nigeria in third place in Group C.
After the match, Osimhen was visibly frustrated as he left the field, Boniface was also seen attempting to comfort the player.
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, believes his team could have easily scored up to ten goals against Zimbabwe in their 1-1 draw on Tuesday at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo.
Victor Osimhen gave Nigeria the lead in the 74th minute with a well-placed header, but Zimbabwe leveled the score in stoppage time through Tawanda Chirewa, forcing both sides to settle for a point.
Reflecting on the match, Chelle said, “We could have scored ten goals in the first half. We made some mistakes with our finishing, and Zimbabwe defended well and slowed the game down.”
Nigeria now sits in fourth place in Group C with seven points, six behind group leaders South Africa.
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