CAF awards botched Libya versus Nigeria AFCON qualifier to Eagles, fines Libya $50,000
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has awarded the botched Libya versus Nigeria Africa Cup of Nations qualification match to the Super Eagles.
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Libya football federation to appeal CAF sanctions
The Libya Football Federation (LFF) is reportedly planning an appeal to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) in response to severe sanctions over the disrupted 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Nigeria.
Tunisian pilot presented false testimony in support of Nigeria, says Libyan CAF member
A member of the Executive Board of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Abdelhakim Shalmani, has described as ‘false’ the testimony of the Tunisian pilot who flew the ValueJet Aircraft that was diverted from landing at the Benina international airport to Al Albraq, which the Nigeria Football Federation presented in its defence of the botched 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying game between Libya and Nigeria.
Super Eagles move three steps to 36th in FIFA ranking
Despite their inability to play in the last round of the Africa Cup of Nations qualifying series following CAF’s decision to call off their game against Libya, the Super Eagles have moved up three places in the latest FIFA rankings. In the October World ranking released, yesterday, by FIFA, the team moved to the 36th position from the previous 39th, gaining 1,503.29 points within the period under review. The Super Eagles defeated Libya 1-0 in an Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Uyo, on October 11, but the return leg of the tie scheduled for Benghazi, Libya on October 15 was called off following the Libyans’ alleged ill-treatment of the Nigerian delegation two days before the game. African football governing body, CAF is expected to rule on the botched game this week. Nigeria’s new FIFA ranking also reflects on the Super Eagles’ position in Africa, as they are now the fourth-best team in the continent, up from last month’s sixth position. Morocco, Senegal, and Egypt are the three leading teams in that order. Argentina, France (second), and Spain (third) are still the leading teams in the world, followed by England (fourth), Brazil (fifth) and Belgium (sixth).
FIFA Ranking: Super Eagles rank 36th worldwide, 4th in Africa
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have moved up by three spots to place world 36th in the October FIFA ranking.
CAF will punish any country that violates statutes, says Motsepe
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has warned that any country that violates CAF’s statutes on the treatment of visiting teams will be severely dealt with according to the laws of the confederation.
Asher Agbinone: Crystal Palace’s new rising star
Asher Chris Ofega Agbinone, a promising 19-year-old talent from Crystal Palace Academy, made his highly anticipated Premier League debut for the Eagles against Nottingham Forest, marking a significant milestone in his blossoming football career.
CAF president, Motsepe, calls for respect amid Nigeria-Libya controversy
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) President, Patrice Motsepe, has urged nations across the continent to treat visiting teams with respect and dignity.