
Libyan Football Federation Responds to Controversy Surrounding Al-Ahly Tripoli and Al-Ahly Benghazi Match
In a move that reflects the Libyan Football Federation's commitment to transparency and integrity, the federation announced the publication of recordings of conversations between the on-field referees and the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) room regarding the controversial incident that led to the suspension of the match between Al-Ahly Tripoli and Al-Ahly Benghazi during the opening round of the Libyan Premier League's championship playoff.
This decision, according to media reports, comes as a direct response to widespread doubts and criticisms regarding the performance of the officiating crew on social media platforms.
An official statement from the Libyan Federation, issued today, Sunday, clarified that the refereeing committee received all audio and video recordings documenting the communication between the match officials and the video room.
It emphasized that all officiating procedures were carried out in accordance with the approved international regulations.
The federation urged clubs, players, and fans to act responsibly and to avoid rumors, which it described as aimed at stirring discord and destabilizing the sports environment.
It also wished success to all participating teams, reaffirming the importance of maintaining fair competition and unity.
This decision, according to media reports, comes as a direct response to widespread doubts and criticisms regarding the performance of the officiating crew on social media platforms.
An official statement from the Libyan Federation, issued today, Sunday, clarified that the refereeing committee received all audio and video recordings documenting the communication between the match officials and the video room.
It emphasized that all officiating procedures were carried out in accordance with the approved international regulations.
The federation urged clubs, players, and fans to act responsibly and to avoid rumors, which it described as aimed at stirring discord and destabilizing the sports environment.
It also wished success to all participating teams, reaffirming the importance of maintaining fair competition and unity.