CAF punishes Libya over treatment of Super Eagles 

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has ruled that Libya’s national team will forfeit three points to Nigeria’s Super Eagles over the treatment of the latter in Libya while it will also pay a fine.

The ruling was CAF’s decision on the botched Nations Cup qualifier between Libya and Nigeria, which was scheduled for Tuesday, 15 October.

It would be recalled that yhe Nigerian team decided not to proceed with the encounter after their flight into Benghazi from Kano was diverted without prior notification.

The flight was diverted to Al-Abraq International Airport where the Super Eagles players and crew were kept waiting for over 12 hours.

The CAF Disciplinary Board said because Libya violated AFCON Regulations and the CAF Disciplinary Code —specifically Articles 31, 82, and 151-, it declared the match forfeited by Libya and awarded Nigeria a 3-0 victory.

It also fined the Libya Football Federation $50,000, with payment required within 60 days.

It would be recalled that Nigeria’s team endured a gruelling experience, being stranded at the airport for over 12 hours before the match.

This decision by CAF strengthens Nigeria’s position as Group D leader with 10 points from four games while it also underlines its commitment to fair play and sportsmanship.