In a major decision affecting the road to the 2025 African Cup of Nations (AFCON), the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has awarded Nigeria a 3-0 victory over Libya after their scheduled qualifier was canceled earlier this month due to an airport incident. This decision grants Nigeria the full three points, bolstering their standing in the race to qualify for the tournament.
CAF released a statement on Saturday, confirming that the cancellation of the match has resulted in a forfeit by Libya, automatically awarding Nigeria three goals and three points. Details on the circumstances leading to the match’s postponement were not disclosed, though CAF’s ruling is seen as a definitive conclusion to the fixture.
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The points boost Nigeria’s position in the AFCON qualifiers, providing a significant advantage as they strive to secure their spot in the 2025 tournament. The ruling by CAF underscores the organization’s adherence to regulations in handling unforeseen cancellations.
Earlier this month, Nigeria’s Super Eagles faced an unexpected setback when they were stranded at a Libyan airport. The team, traveling for an important AFCON qualifier, encountered delays that left them waiting in the terminal for an extended period with limited resources.
Nigeria’s football fans have expressed optimism about the team’s path to AFCON qualification, and this development is sure to energize supporters and players alike. Meanwhile, Libya’s standing in the qualifiers remains unchanged but takes a hit from the lost opportunity to compete in the scheduled match.
The next round of qualifiers promises heightened anticipation, with Nigeria’s national team now positioned more favorably thanks to CAF’s decision.
