The Super Eagles' flight to Libya was diverted to Al-Abraq airport at the order of Libyan authorities, stranding the team for over 16 hours. The pilot revealed concerns about safety and landing conditions, prompting the Nigeria Football Federation to withdraw from the AFCON qualifier match.
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The Nigerian Senate has urged the Libyan government to apologize for the mistreatment of the Super Eagles upon their arrival for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. The team faced significant delays and humiliation, prompting calls for a thorough investigation into the incident and...
CAF has canceled the upcoming African Cup of Nations qualifier match between Nigeria and Libya due to the Super Eagles’ distressing experience at the Libya airport. After facing over 14 hours of mistreatment, the team returned home, prompting CAF to investigate the incident and its implications...
The Libyan Football Federation threatens legal action against Nigeria after the Super Eagles withdrew from an Africa Cup of Nations qualifier due to safety concerns. Players were stranded for over 13 hours at Al Abaq Airport, raising significant logistical and diplomatic issues between the two...
Super Eagles coach Augustine Eguavoen condemned the traumatic experience his team faced in Libya, where they were held for over 20 hours at an abandoned airport before their AFCON qualifier. Eguavoen called for a CAF investigation, highlighting Libya's actions as a deliberate attempt to...
President Bola Tinubu welcomes the Super Eagles' safe return from Libya, demanding an investigation into their 13-hour ordeal at a Libyan airport before their AFCON qualifier. Tinubu praises the players' resilience and calls for accountability from the Confederation of African Football regarding...
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong expressed pride in his team's resilience after a harrowing 15-hour ordeal at Al Abaq Airport in Libya. The squad's challenging experience led them to boycott their AFCON 2025 qualifier against Libya, emphasizing their unbreakable spirit and unity as they...
Abdelhakim Al-Shalmani, President of the Libyan Football Federation, resigned following a dispute with Nigeria’s Super Eagles. His resignation, announced during the Federation’s General Assembly, came after the Nigerian team was stranded at a Libyan airport, citing neglect by Libyan authorities...
The Nigerian Super Eagles have safely landed in Kano after a harrowing 12-hour delay in Libya, where they faced inhumane conditions upon arrival for their AFCON qualifier. The NFF has protested to CAF over the incident, with players choosing not to compete in response to the ordeal.
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CAF has condemned the unacceptable treatment of the Super Eagles during their stay at a Libyan airport. The incident, involving hours of distressing conditions, has prompted CAF to investigate and hold accountable those responsible for violating regulations. The welfare of players remains a top...
The Nigerian Federal Government has summoned the Libyan Charge d’Affaires over the alleged mistreatment of the Super Eagles during their AFCON qualifiers in Libya. Concerns include the team’s diversion to the wrong airport and the lack of necessities. Officials have been dispatched to assist the...
The Super Eagles have successfully departed Libya after a challenging 24-hour ordeal, receiving pressure on Libyan authorities to fuel their chartered flight. They will not play in the upcoming AFCON qualifier against Libya, as Nigeria leads Group D with seven points, while Libya remains at the...
The Super Eagles remain stranded in Libya, as authorities have denied permission for their chartered flight to depart and refused to provide aviation fuel. With no security escort to Benghazi, the team has resolved to skip the AFCON qualifier match due to mounting safety concerns.
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Nigerian Minister of Foreign Affairs Yusuf Maitama Tuggar is actively monitoring the Super Eagles' situation in Libya, where they are currently facing issues accessing their scheduled match. Despite attempts to facilitate the team's travel, Libyan authorities have not yet granted the necessary...
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have been stranded at Al Abraq Airport in Libya for over 16 hours, facing poor treatment and lack of support from authorities. Players, including captain Troost Ekong, have shared their plight on social media, sparking outrage among fans and highlighting ongoing...
The Super Eagles of Nigeria faced a distressing situation after being stranded for over 12 hours at Al Abraq Airport in Libya due to their flight's diversion. With no accommodation or transportation arranged, players expressed frustration, opting not to play in the upcoming AFCON 2025 qualifier...
Nigerian forward Victor Boniface expressed frustration over the Super Eagles' 12-hour ordeal at Al Abraq International Airport in Libya, where they faced a lack of food and accommodations. After their flight was diverted, players decided not to participate in the AFCON 2025 qualifier, prompting...
Nigerian football team captain William Troost-Ekong announces the Super Eagles' decision to boycott their AFCON 2025 qualifier in Libya due to alleged mistreatment. The team faced extended delays, restricted access to food, and lack of accommodations after landing at an unsuitable airport. CAF...
Super Eagles coach Augustine Eguavoen has adopted a 4-3-3 formation for the 2025 AFCON qualifying match against Libya. Key players include Stanley Nwabali in goal, Calvin Bassey and William Troost-Ekong in defense, with Victor Boniface leading the attack, supported by Iwobi and Onyeka in...
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