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2025 AFCON Qualifier: CAF Awards Nigeria 3 Points, Sanctions Libya Over Airport Incident

by Nafisat Abdulrahman
8 months ago
in Football, Sport
CAF Awards Nigeria 3 Points
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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially awarded Nigeria a victory and the full three points in the botched 2025 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Libya.

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The decision came after an incident earlier this month that forced the Super Eagles to withdraw from the scheduled match in Libya.

The game, originally set for October 15 at the Martyrs of February Stadium in Benghazi, was marred by logistical issues when the Nigerian national team’s flight landed at Al Abaq airport. Players and coaching staff were held for over 20 hours without food or water, leading to Nigeria’s withdrawal.

Following the incident, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) instructed the team to return home, deeming the conditions unacceptable for the match to proceed. CAF launched an investigation into the matter, labelling the situation “disturbing.”

In its verdict on Saturday, CAF awarded the Super Eagles all three points for the cancelled match and fined the Libyan Football Federation (LFF) $50,000. CAF emphasised that the decision is final, and Libya has no option for appeal.

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Reacting to the ruling, the Libyan Football Federation stated that the diversion of Nigeria’s flight was not “intentional.” Despite the claim, CAF’s disciplinary committee has held Libya responsible for the mishap, thus awarding the maximum points to Nigeria.


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I am a dedicated reporter at Leadership Newspaper, where I bring a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling to a diverse range of topics, including business, sports, politics, and international affairs. My work aims to provide readers with accurate, timely, and engaging reports that break down the complexities of current events. From covering high-profile political shifts and court cases to exploring the latest in economic developments and sporting events, I strive to offer insightful and comprehensive coverage. My stories include in-depth analyses of economic trends, detailed political reports, and human interest pieces that highlight significant global and local events. I am committed to delivering news that informs and fosters a deeper understanding of the issues shaping our world. My goal is to engage readers with well-researched and thought-provoking content

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