Renowned football coach Aliou Cissé, who led Senegal to victory in the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), has been named the new manager of the Libyan national football team. The Libyan Football Federation announced the appointment in a statement, though details regarding the contract’s duration and financial terms were not disclosed.
Cissé, celebrated as one of Africa’s most accomplished coaches, is set to be officially unveiled at a press conference in Tripoli on Thursday. His appointment marks a significant step for Libyan football as they aim to rebuild and strengthen their national team under his leadership.
Despite Cissé’s impressive track record, Libya will not be participating in the upcoming AFCON tournament, scheduled for December in Morocco, after failing to qualify. However, his arrival signals a new era for Libyan football, with hopes of future success on the continental stage.
