Unexpected events delay Al-Ahly Tripoli vs. Al-Hilal title decider in Libyan League by 48 Hours
In a statement, the federation said the match did not kick off on time due to the unavailability of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology and the lack of the required camera setup. Both teams refused to play without the technology in place.
The federation decided to postpone the match for 48 hours to resolve the technical issues and complete accompanying logistical arrangements. It also stated that it had contacted the Italian Football Federation and its designated logistics and equipment support committee, as well as the Libyan side's committee in charge of overseeing match preparations, requesting an urgent detailed report on the matter. The federation pledged to refer the entire file to the competent oversight bodies for investigation 'if necessary.'
It is worth noting that the championship playoff in Milan has been widely described as a failure and a disgrace on all levels—from repeated postponements and a late start that saw the 2024/2025 title phase begin at the same time other countries were kicking off their new seasons, to poor hotels, inadequate training facilities, substandard stadiums, and even unsportsmanlike incidents during some matches. These issues prompted Italian authorities to refuse hosting the final stages of the Libyan Cup, which had been planned to take place in Milan.
It remains uncertain whether the decisive match between Al-Ahly and Al-Hilal will be held in Italy on Tuesday, particularly amid delays by Libyan officials in paying stadium and hotel fees—delays that previously caused scandalous incidents involving the Football Federation's delegation and Libya Sports Channel. Tags: Libyan Football Federation Libyan Football League
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