CAF Penalizes Libya, Grants Nigeria 3 Points & $50k Fine

CAF Rulings on Aborted Libya vs. Nigeria Match: Libya Forfeits Game and Faces Sanctions

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced its decisions regarding the aborted match between Libya and Nigeria’s Super Eagles in the CAF African Cup of Nations Qualifiers for 2025. The key points of CAF’s ruling are as follows:

1. Breach of Regulations: The Libya Football Federation was found to have violated Article 31 of the African Cup of Nations Regulations, along with Articles 82 and 151 of the CAF Disciplinary Code.
2. Match Forfeiture: Match No. 87, originally scheduled for October 15, 2024, in Benghazi, Libya, has been awarded as a 3-0 forfeit victory to Nigeria.
3. Financial Penalty: The Libya Football Federation has been fined USD 50,000.
4. Payment Deadline: The fine is to be settled within 60 days following notification of the decision.
5. Other Requests Dismissed: Any additional motions or requests for further relief have been dismissed.

CAF’s ruling reinforces adherence to its regulations and underscores the commitment to maintain order and fairness in its competitions.