Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has dismissed claims that it apologized to Libya over the Super Eagles hostage situation at the Al Abraq Airport.
Super Eagles caretaker coach, Augustine Eguavoen said it was the right decision to withdraw from the match against Libya after a traumatic ordeal in the North African country.
Following the distressing 18-hour ordeal at Libya’s Al Abraq Airport, just hours before their crucial Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. the Super Eagle contingent, after intense deliberations, is now set to leave Libya.
The Nigeria Football Federation has confirmed that the Super Eagles will not proceed with their scheduled Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Libya, originally set for Tuesday.
The upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match between Nigeria and Libya, scheduled for Tuesday, is now in jeopardy due to complications surrounding the Nigerian team’s arrival in Libya.
Super Eagles coach, Augustine Eguavoen expressed relief following his team’s 1-0 victory over Libya in the 2025 AFCON qualifying match, on Friday, at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo.
In a tense encounter in Uyo, the Super Eagles of Nigeria secured a narrow 1-0 win over Libya to remain at the top of their group in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers.
Super Eagles captain, William Troost Ekong has emphasized that the team is ready for a tougher challenge in the return fixture against Libya, on October 11, during the 2025 AFCON qualifiers.
