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October 16, 2024 Thomas Tuchel Appointed as New England Manager
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Thomas Tuchel Appointed as New England Manager

The FA has confirmed that Thomas Tuchel, a UEFA Champions League-winning coach, has been appointed as the new head coach of England's senior men's football team. He will be joined by renowned English coach Anthony Barry as his assistant.

Tuchel returns to English football after a successful stint at Chelsea, where he led the team to European and world championships. He has also been successful at the highest level in Germany and France, and in 2021, he was named UEFA and FIFA’s Coach of the Year for his achievements.

The FA’s decision to appoint Tuchel follows a thorough recruitment process that began in July, after England’s journey to the UEFA EURO 2024 final. FA CEO Mark Bullingham and men’s technical director John McDermott led the search, with Tuchel emerging as the preferred candidate. His contract was finalized on October 8, though the announcement was delayed to avoid disrupting the international team’s preparations.

Tuchel and Barry will officially start their roles on January 1, 2025, ahead of the qualification campaign for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the USA. Tuchel's coaching résumé includes multiple league titles in France and Germany, with his most recent success being with Bayern Munich in the 2022-23 season. He has also won several major trophies with Borussia Dortmund and Chelsea.

Anthony Barry, a UEFA Pro licence holder, has worked alongside Tuchel at both Chelsea and Bayern Munich, where they won four trophies together. Barry also brings significant international experience, having worked with Belgium and Portugal at major tournaments.

The duo will bring a small backroom team to St. George’s Park, with further coaching updates expected soon. In the meantime, interim head coach Lee Carsley will remain in charge through the conclusion of the UEFA Nations League group stage before resuming his role with the U21 team as they defend their UEFA U21 EURO title next summer.

FA CEO Mark Bullingham expressed excitement over Tuchel and Barry’s appointments, praising their expertise and commitment. He emphasized that the FA's focus is on giving the England team the best chance to win a major tournament, particularly the 2026 World Cup.

Tuchel, in his statement, expressed pride in leading the England team and his eagerness to work with the talented group of players. He also thanked the FA for the opportunity and trust. Barry, likewise, described working with the national team as the pinnacle for any English coach and said he was excited to join the project with Tuchel.

The pair are set to begin their journey with the team in January 2025.

October 16, 2024 Super Eagles’ Ordeal in Libya Being Taken Seriously – Minister
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Super Eagles’ Ordeal in Libya Being Taken Seriously – Minister

The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh, has strongly condemned the mistreatment of Nigerian football players in Libya. During an appearance on a monitored program, Enoh stated that the Nigerian government is taking the matter seriously and will ensure a thorough investigation.

He confirmed that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, led by Yusuf Tuggar, has summoned the Libyan Ambassador to address the situation. “The Nigerian government has not taken this issue lightly and will not stop until the matter is fully resolved,” Enoh said.

This response follows the ordeal faced by the Super Eagles, who were stranded for hours at a Libyan airport on Sunday with no access to food or the internet as they prepared for their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against the Mediterranean Knights. It was only after diplomatic efforts and public outcry that the team was allowed to leave Libya.

Enoh also accused the Libyan Football Federation of intentionally subjecting the Nigerian players to poor treatment, dismissing claims that the Libyan team received bad treatment during their first match in Nigeria. "The Port Harcourt Airport, where they arrived, is one of our best airports. There was no reason for such mistreatment of our players. These allegations are fabrications meant to create false impressions," Enoh asserted.

RELATED: ‘I’ve Escalated the Issue,’ Minister Addresses Super Eagles’ Libya Ordeal

October 15, 2024 CAF Removes Nigeria vs. Libya AFCON Qualifier Amidst Controversy
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CAF Removes Nigeria vs. Libya AFCON Qualifier Amidst Controversy

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially removed the Group D second-leg fixture between Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Libya’s Mediterranean Knights from the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The match was initially scheduled to take place in Libya at 8 p.m. following the first leg held at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, where the Super Eagles secured a narrow 1-0 victory.

Controversy arose ahead of the return leg when Super Eagles players and officials recounted their ordeal of being stranded for over 14 hours at a Libyan airport, ultimately leading them to return to Nigeria. In response to the incident, CAF announced it had launched an investigation, especially after the Libyan Football Federation accused Nigeria of sabotage and threatened legal action.

CAF has since updated its list of scheduled matches for Tuesday, notably excluding the Libya vs. Nigeria game from its official X handle.

READ ALSO:Reps Urge FG to Invite Libyan Ambassador for Explanation Regarding Super Eagles Situation

October 15, 2024 Libya Threatens Legal Action Over Nigeria’s AFCON Qualifier Withdrawal
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Libya Threatens Legal Action Over Nigeria’s AFCON Qualifier Withdrawal

The Libyan Football Federation (LFF) has condemned Nigeria's decision to withdraw from the second-leg AFCON qualifier match in Benghazi, stating it will pursue legal action to protect the interests of the Libyan national team. In a statement shared by The Libya Observer, the LFF expressed its discontent, noting that despite facing poor treatment in Nigeria during the first-leg match, Libya still chose to proceed with the game. They also claimed that the Nigerian side was uncooperative with the Libyan delegation.

The LFF pointed out that the treatment they endured in Nigeria was far worse than what the Super Eagles experienced in Libya. This reaction follows the Nigerian team’s decision to withdraw from the match, citing safety concerns after being stranded for over 13 hours at Al-Abraq Airport without basic necessities like food, water, or rest facilities.

Photos of the Super Eagles sleeping on benches at the airport circulated online, sparking an outcry. Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong called the conditions at the airport "disgraceful" and accused Libyan authorities of playing "mind games" by revoking their landing permit and leaving the team without access to essential services. Due to these circumstances, Nigeria decided to pull out of the match, originally scheduled for October 15.

In its statement, the LFF condemned Nigeria’s decision, saying: "The Libyan Football Federation condemns the actions of the Nigerian Football Federation in refusing to play the AFCON qualifier match scheduled for Tuesday, October 15. We will take all necessary legal measures to protect the interests of the Libyan national team."

The LFF also criticized the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) for not cooperating with them during both legs of the fixture, stating that the challenges faced by Nigeria in Libya were minimal compared to what Libya endured during their visit to Nigeria. The LFF apologized to Libyan football fans for the disruption and delays, attributing the confusion to the NFF’s actions.

"The Libyan Football Federation apologizes to football fans everywhere and the parties involved in the match arrangements for the confusion caused by the Nigerian Football Federation, which led to the match not being played as scheduled," the statement concluded.

READ ALSO: Libyan Authorities Bows to Pressure, Super Eagles to Return to Nigeria

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