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The national under-15 football team will play its first match in the North African Football Union Championship this Wednesday evening when it faces its Tunisian counterpart at the Sousse stadium. The tournament is being hosted by Tunisia during this month of February.
The team entered its intensive preparations at its training camp, where the technical staff focused on raising the players’ physical and technical readiness and putting the final touches before entering the continental competition.
The Libyan Football Federation stated that this participation comes as part of its commitment to providing strong competitive opportunities for youth category players and gaining the necessary experience by facing North African teams. This is in preparation for building a generation capable of representing Libyan football in upcoming competitions.
North African Football Union Championship
The North African Football Union Championship (UNAF) is a regional football competition for national teams from North Africa, organized by the Union of North African Football Federations. Established in 2005, it was created to promote football and strengthen sporting ties between member nations, including Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, and Tunisia.
Tunisia
Tunisia is a North African country with a rich history shaped by ancient civilizations, including the Phoenicians who founded Carthage, followed by Roman, Arab, and Ottoman rule. It later became a French protectorate before gaining independence in 1956. Today, it is known for its archaeological sites, Mediterranean coastline, and as the birthplace of the Arab Spring pro-democracy movement.
Sousse stadium
Sousse Stadium is a multi-purpose sports venue located in Sousse, Tunisia, primarily used for football matches. It was originally constructed in 1973 and has since undergone renovations, serving as a home ground for Étoile Sportive du Sahel. The stadium has hosted significant events, including matches during the 1994 and 2004 African Cup of Nations tournaments.
Libyan Football Federation
The Libyan Football Federation is the national governing body for football in Libya, founded in 1962. It oversees the country’s national teams and domestic competitions, though its operations have been frequently disrupted by political instability and conflict since the 2011 civil war.
