Nigeria BOYCOTT AFCON qualifier against Libya after squad is left stranded at airport with 'no food and drink' - with Premier League star claiming he was being held HOSTAGE

Daily Mail - Oct 15, 2024

However, Libya said they faced 'poor treatment' surrounding that game and ahead of the return match, Nigeria's stars were left fuming before they revealed they would boycott the match.

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