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The Super Eagles of Nigeria have gained a crucial advantage toward AFCON qualification after a CAF decision involving Libya, setting them up for a decisive match against Benin Republic next month.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has made a long-awaited decision in favor of Nigeria awarding the Super Eagles three points and three goals after Libya’s forfeiture in the recently contested Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers.
This outcome follows the CAF Disciplinary Board’s examination of the missed fixture, originally slated for October 15, 2024, in Benghazi, which Libya failed to fulfill.
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After the board's ruling, CAF president Patrice Motsepe spoke on the decision, reiterating the organization’s commitment to fair play and integrity in African football.
“CAF has a responsibility to maintain the highest standards of sportsmanship across all competitions,” Motsepe said.
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The CAF Disciplinary Board found Libya’s Football Federation guilty of violating Article 31 of the CAF AFCON Regulations, alongside Articles 82 and 151 of the CAF Disciplinary Code, leading to the forfeit decision.
Consequently, Libya’s match against Nigeria was ruled a 3-0 loss, and the Libyan federation received a $50,000 fine, payable within 60 days.
The ruling has effectively eliminated Libya from qualifying, as they currently sit at the bottom of the table with just one point, while Nigeria has widened the gap with a commanding lead.
The Super Eagles, led by head coach Jose Peseiro, are now focused on their upcoming qualifier against the Benin Republic, scheduled for November 14 in Abidjan.
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A win or draw in this fixture would guarantee Nigeria a spot in Morocco, easing the pressure on their path to the tournament.
The CAF ruling comes at a pivotal moment in the qualification campaign, with the Super Eagles maintaining a four-point lead over second-placed Benin and five points over Rwanda, positioned third.
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