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Cameroon faces a setback as three key players, including Inter Milan defender Yann Aurel Bisseck reject call-up ahead of the crucial 2025 AFCON qualifiers double-header against Kenya
Three Cameroonian stars have reportedly rejected a call-up from the Indomitable Lions ahead of their crucial double-header in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against the Harambee Stars.
The games are scheduled for October 11 in Yaounde, Cameroon and October 14 in Uganda.
According to Camerounweb, Indomitable Lions press officer Germain Noel Essengue, Inter Milan's Yann Aurel Bisseck, Eric-Junior Dina-Ebimbe of Eintracht Frankfurt and Nicky Beloko, who plays for Swiss side FC Luzern, have asked for more time to consider their participation.
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06:29 - 30.09.2024
Ian Otieno sends Harambee Stars coach ‘come pick me’ message with brilliant show in South Africa
Harambee Stars goalkeeper Ian Otieno put himself in contention for selection to the national team following a man of the match display for his South African club on Sunday.
These three dual nationals were pre-selected by the team’s Belgian coach, Marc Brys, but are reportedly hesitant to commit to the national team at this critical stage of the qualification process.
The absence of these young, promising talents could pose a challenge for Cameroon especially given the growing trend of European-born players with Cameroonian heritage opting to delay or forgo representing the Indomitable Lions.
Bisseck, a powerful center-back at Inter Milan, and Dina-Ebimbe, a versatile midfielder in the Bundesliga, would have bolstered both the defense and midfield significantly. Beloko’s skillset as a midfielder, combined with his experience in Switzerland’s Super League, would also have added depth to the squad.
Despite the trio’s reluctance, Cameroon’s squad still includes several well-established stars.
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08:00 - 02.10.2024
Harambee Stars midfielder on the radar of Premier League outfit Brentford
The former Nairobi City Stars man was reportedly scouted by Brentford and Luton scouts on his Europa League debut for Swedish outfit Elfsborg against Az Alkmar, a game he ended up scoring and assisting.
Captain Vincent Aboubakar will lead the team alongside stalwarts such as goalkeeper Andre Onana, Michael Ngadeu Ngadjui, and Collins Fai in defense. However, it is Brys’ integration of younger talents that has captured the attention of fans and analysts alike.
Flavien Enzo Boyomo, who plays for CA Osasuna in Spain, and James Willy Djeungoue from Slovakian club MŠK Žilina, are two notable new faces who have been called up. They will add defensive options, while winger Patrick Socko of SD Huesca and midfielder Niky Beloko (also pre-selected despite his hesitance) were included to strengthen Cameroon’s attacking and midfield options.
The Indomitable Lions began their qualification campaign with a solid 1-0 win over Namibia and a 1-1 draw against Zimbabwe. They sit in a favorable position in Group J but face a Kenyan team full of confidence after a 2-1 victory over Namibia.
With both teams needing strong results in this double-header to secure AFCON qualification, Cameroon will be looking to cement their place at the top of the group despite the trio’s absence.
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16:14 - 28.09.2024
Michael Olunga fires warning to Cameroon with hot scoring streak for Al Duhail
Harambee Stars captain looks ready for next month’s double header between Kenya and Cameroon after scoring his fifth goal in four games for his club Al Duhail.
Kenya are eager to secure a positive result while Cameroon will aim to maintain their momentum and qualify for the 2025 AFCON which will be held in Morocco.
Cameroon squad:
Goalkeepers
Andre Onana (Manchester United, England), Simon Omossola (St Eloi Lupopo, DR Congo), Simon Ngapandouetnbu (Nimes, France).
Defenders
Christopher Wooh (Rennes, France), Jean Tchatchoua (Hellas Verona, Italy), Harold Moukoudi (AEK Athens, Greece), Yvan Dibango (AKryvbas Kryvyi Ri, Ukraine), Michael Ngadeu (Beijing Guoan, China), Noho Tolo (Seattle Sounders, USA), Fai Collins (Al-Tai, Saudi Arabia), Guy Kilama (Niort, France), James Djeungoue (Gaziantep, Turkey).
Midfielders
Zambo Anguissa (Napoli, Italy), Martin Hongla (Hellas Verona, Italy), Olivier Ntcham (Samsunspor, Turkey), Carlos Baleba (Brighton & Hove Albion, England), Yvan Neyou (Leganés, Spain), Pierre Kunde (Dibba Al-Hisn, UAE), Flavien Boyomo ( CA Osasuna, Spain), Martin Atemengue (FC Ashdod, Israel).
Forwards
Lamkel Ze (FC Metz, France), Bryan Mbeumo (Brentford, England), Moumi Ngamaleu (Young Boys, Switzerland), Kevin Nkoudou (Damac, Saudi Arabia), Vincent Aboubakar (Hatayspor, Turkey), Frank Magri (Toulouse, France), Enow Boris (DC United, USA), Christian Bassogog (Al-Okhdood, Saudi Arabia), Danny Namasso (Reading, England), Patrick Socko (SD Huesca, Spain).
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