Clarifying the Super Eagles’ Airport Ordeal: LFF Response
The Libyan Football Federation (LFF) has released a statement in response to the controversy surrounding the Super Eagles’ recent ordeal at a Libyan airport.
In the statement, the LFF acknowledged the challenges faced by the Nigerian team but defended their handling of the situation, stating that they never intended to mistreat or disrespect their guests.
The LFF also pointed out that their own team faced significant difficulties when they traveled to Nigeria last week for a previous match but chose not to make public accusations.
This suggests that the Libyan federation is trying to downplay the accusations of mistreatment, framing the issue as part of the logistical challenges that can occur during international travel for football matches.
The LFF’s statement highlights their perspective on the situation, emphasizing that they regret any discomfort caused to the Super Eagles but do not accept claims of intentional disrespect or “hostage” conditions.
They also called for mutual understanding and cooperation between the two nations to ensure better experiences for teams in the future.
This response follows public outcry and statements from Nigerian officials and Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong, who strongly criticized the treatment the team received, leading to a heated exchange between the two football federations.
