The Libya national football team is not catching a break after their latest debacle in their Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers following a road mishap in Rwanda.

After receiving severe sanctions from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) for detaining Nigeria's Super Eagles at Al Abraq International Airport, the team turned their focus to their next opponent.

According to Pulse Sport, Libya’s 25-man squad, who were fined $50,000 by CAF for the incident with Nigeria, flew to Kigali three days ahead of their must-win match against Rwanda as preparations kicked off early.

According to some Libyan news sources: Libya Football Team Faces Fresh Struggles in Rwanda as Complaints Begin to Surface Again. pic.twitter.com/vyxKL5mN4Z

— Dr. Victor Ademola (@AdemolaVictorTv) November 13, 2024

Currently, the Mediterranean Knights are at the bottom of Group D, with just one point from four matches, making their chances of qualifying for the tournament in Morocco next year slim.

Libya team involved in road accident

Meanwhile, Libya's preparation for the important AFCON qualifier took an unexpected turn when their team bus collided with a police convoy in Rwanda.

The incident occurred when the squad was en route to their hotel near Kwa Rasta, causing stress and fear just days before their scheduled encounter.

Imodoka iri gutwara ikipe ya Libya hano mu Rwanda, igonze moto ya Polisi yayishakiraga inzira hafi y'aho bita Kwa Rasta. Kubwo amahirwe, nta muntu ukomeretse cyangwa ngo ahasige ubuzima.#inyarwanda #inyarwandatrends #inyarwandanews pic.twitter.com/HiHIYrNHCq

— Inyarwanda.com (@Inyarwandacom) November 13, 2024

Fortunately, early reports indicate that no lives were lost and there are also no significant injuries among the players or support staff, but the incident sparked concerns about road safety practices for visiting teams in the region.

Libya must win against Rwanda and hope other results go in their favour to keep any hopes of qualifying for the 2025 AFCON in Morocco alive.