6 crucial points as Libyan FF makes a strong statement following CAF’s verdict in favor of Nigeria

• CAF announced its verdict on the hostage saga between Libya and Nigeria after an investigation and hearing
• The decision awarded the Super Eagles three points and three goals and also fined the Libyans US$50,000
• Libya’s FF is expected to have rejected the ruling and issued a strong statement through local media

The Confederation of Africans Football (CAF) yesterday announced its verdict on the hostage saga between Libya and Nigeria, after weeks of investigations and hearings into the incident.

CAF ruled that Libya had breached three codes of ethics and awarded the Super Eagles three points and three goals. It also imposed a $50,000 fine on the Libyan FA, which is expected to be paid within 60 days.

According to Libya News 24The North African country has rejected the verdict and released a strong statement to local media outlining next steps.

TUKO.co.ke analyzes the six key points from the statement

Six key points from the Libyan FA’s statement

1. The beginning of the saga

The explanation returns to the origins of the saga, namely the “supposedly” dangerous diversion of the Super Eagles’ flight from Benghazi to Al Abraq, after which the players were held hostage for approximately 16 hours without food or water. The incident was believed to have broken fairness rules.

2. Libyan FA rejects CAF ruling

Since the start of the investigation, the Libyan Football Federation has made no secret of its intention to appeal the ruling if it does not go in their favor. It is prepared to possibly escalate the matter to the Court of Arbitration Sport.

3. Search for diplomatic options

The federation also noted that it is prepared to deal with the matter outside its appeal CAFwhich must be submitted within 72 hours, and is willing to explore diplomatic options at international sporting level to address the “great injustice.”

4. Questions about Libya’s sovereignty

The federation believes that the saga is not only a sporting issue, but also questions Libya’s national dignity and sovereignty. It added that there are calls from the country to fight for the rights of the national team and protect its international value.

5. Call for revision of the CAF rules

The Libyans noted that the incident opened up the need for reforms within the African sporting system and called for a review of CAF’s legal framework to avoid similar problems and ensure fair judgment of all teams.

6. Commitment to CAF competitions

The Mediterranean Knights assures its commitment to the organization amid the calls for a fair solution that allows participation in continental competitions without discrimination, to which it believes it is subject in this case.

Specific rule Libya is disobeying

TUKO.co.ke reported that the Confederation of African Football (CAF) recently delivered its final verdict on the airport incident involving the Nigerian Super Eagles in Libya.

CAF has since shared its assessment about the incident in a follow-up press statement. The disciplinary committee ruled in favor of Nigeria, awarding three points and three goals to the Super Eagles and fining Libya $50,000.

Source: Legit.ng