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The Libyan Football Federation has lodged an appeal against the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) recent decision to award Nigeria three points and a 3-0 victory after a disrupted Africa Cup of Nations qualifier originally set for October 15 in Benina, Libya. The ruling also imposed a fine of $50,000 on Libya for violations related to the handling of the Nigerian team’s arrival and conditions.
As reported by Libyan news outlet alwasat.ly, Libya has engaged Tunisian attorney Ali Abbas to argue its case, deeming the CAF’s judgment “unfair.” The decision was prompted by a complaint from the Nigerian Football Federation, which led to an investigation by CAF’s disciplinary committee. The Super Eagles reportedly faced a grueling 20-hour ordeal due to a diverted flight, a prolonged wait at Labraq Airport—300 kilometers from their intended destination in Benghazi—and subpar conditions, including a lack of food and water. Ultimately, Nigeria’s team had to abandon the match and return home.
