Libya blames Nigeria for botched match The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has constituted a disciplinary panel led by Senegal’s Ousmane Kane, to decide on the circumstances that led to the cancellation of the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier between hosts, Libya and Nigeria.“The matter has been referred to the CAF Disciplinary Board for investigation and appropriate action will be taken against those who violated the CAF Statutes and Regulations.”As enunciated by experts, the African football governing body will try to see if Libya, as the host nation, fulfilled its fundamental responsibility of ensuring the safety, logistics, and appropriate accommodations for the visiting team, Nigeria.
These responsibilities include providing suitable transportation, lodging, and match facilities, as well as, ensuring the safety and security of the visiting team, Nigeria.
Libya would be adjudged to have violated CAF rules if it is found wanting in meeting these obligations. The panel will also investigate Nigeria’s decision to boycott the match with the view of deciding whether the alleged logistical failures severely impaired their players’ ability to perform or presented genuine safety concerns.
The body also has the responsibility of determining whether the alleged prolonged stay at the Libyans airport without adequate provisions for rest and nourishment caused or was capable of causing physical and mental states that inhibit the players’ performance.