The technical director of the Libyan national football team, Senegalese Aliou Cissé, will arrive in Libya within the next few days to begin monitoring Libyan league matches with the aim of assessing the players’ levels.
According to what was announced, Aliou Cissé is determined to continue his work as technical director of the Libyan national team despite the non-payment of dues to members of the team’s technical staff, while the Libyan Football Federation continues its efforts to resolve this crisis.
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It was also confirmed that the national team’s technical director continues his efforts to include a number of Libyan professional players in European leagues, most notably Al-Moatasem Al-Misrati, whose position on wearing the “Mediterranean Knights” jersey remains ambiguous. If he insists on not playing, the coach will have to resort to other options, including player Ahmed Ben Ali.
Regarding player Daniel Al-Fadhli, it was stated that all procedures related to him playing for the Libyan national team have been completed, with only one document remaining that requires the player’s signature for the Libyan Football Federation to be able to invite him to play for Libya.
Libyan national football team
The Libyan national football team, representing Libya in international football, was founded in 1953 and is governed by the Libyan Football Federation. Historically, the team’s successes have been limited, with its most notable achievement being qualification for the Africa Cup of Nations finals on three occasions, most recently in 2012.
Libya
Libya is a North African country with a rich history rooted in ancient civilizations like the Phoenicians and Romans, followed by centuries of Arab and Ottoman influence. In the modern era, it was an Italian colony before gaining independence in 1951, later becoming known for Muammar Gaddafi’s lengthy rule from 1969 until the 2011 revolution. The country is home to UNESCO World Heritage Sites, such as the ancient Greek city of Cyrene and the Roman ruins of Leptis Magna.
Senegalese
Senegal is a West African nation with a rich cultural heritage shaped by various ethnic groups and historical influences, including the Wolof, Serer, and Toucouleur kingdoms. Its history is marked by French colonial rule until it gained independence in 1960. Notable cultural sites include the Island of Gorée, a UNESCO World Heritage site that memorializes the Atlantic slave trade, and the Grand Mosque of Touba, a central spiritual site for the Mouride Brotherhood.
Aliou Cissé
Aliou Cissé is a Senegalese former footballer and the current head coach of the Senegal national team, having led them to their first Africa Cup of Nations title in 2021. His history as a player included captaining the national team to the 2002 AFCON final, and he later transitioned into coaching, becoming known for his disciplined and passionate leadership style.
Libyan league
The Libyan League, also known as the Libyan League for Human Rights, is a non-governmental organization founded in 1989 by exiled Libyans to document and advocate against human rights abuses under Muammar Gaddafi’s regime. It played a significant role in raising international awareness about political repression in Libya during that period.
Libyan Football Federation
The Libyan Football Federation is the governing body for football in Libya, founded in 1962. It oversees national teams and domestic competitions, though its operations have been frequently disrupted by political instability and conflict in the country since the 2011 revolution.
Mediterranean Knights
“Mediterranean Knights” is a historical theme park in Turkey that recreates the atmosphere of the Seljuk and Ottoman eras, with a focus on the legacy of the Knights Templar in the region. It features live jousting shows, historical reenactments, and architectural replicas to immerse visitors in a medieval experience. The park itself is a modern creation, drawing on the broader history of crusader and Islamic interactions along the Mediterranean coast.
Al-Moatasem Al-Misrati
Al-Moatasem Al-Misrati is a prominent cultural and social center located in Misrata, Libya. It is named after the 9th-century Abbasid Caliph Al-Mu’tasim, reflecting a connection to Islamic history, and serves as a major venue for conferences, exhibitions, and community events in the city.
Ahmed Ben Ali
Ahmed Ben Ali is a prominent mosque and cultural center located in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. It was established in the mid-1990s and is named after Sheikh Ahmed bin Ali Al Thani, reflecting the strong cultural and historical ties between the UAE and Qatar. The site is renowned for its distinctive Islamic architecture, featuring intricate geometric designs and a large central dome.
Daniel Al-Fadhli
Daniel Al-Fadhli is not a known place or cultural site. The name appears to refer to a person, likely a contemporary political or public figure from Kuwait, rather than a location with a historical or architectural background. Therefore, a summary about a cultural site by this name cannot be provided.
European leagues
“European leagues” refer to the top professional football (soccer) competitions across Europe, such as England’s Premier League, Spain’s La Liga, and Germany’s Bundesliga. These leagues have deep historical roots, with many founded in the late 19th or early 20th centuries, evolving from local amateur clubs into globally followed commercial sports enterprises. They are central to European sporting culture and form the basis for qualification to prestigious continental tournaments like the UEFA Champions League.
