Yaounde, Sep 5 (Ians) Cameroon’s goalkeeper Andre Onana has reversed his decision to retire from international football ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifier against Burundi. Last week, Cameroon head coach Rigobert Song included the 27-year-old Manchester United player in the squad for the upcoming qualifier, reports Xinhua.
Onana had previously announced his retirement from international football in December following a disagreement with Song over tactics.
“My desire to represent my country has never wavered… I respond to the call of my nation with unwavering certainty, aware that my return is not only intended to honor my dream but also to respond to the expectation and support of Cameroonians, who deserve a national team determined to shine,” Onana said in a statement shared on his social media handles on Monday.
He said, although he has been unjustly treated, he will remain faithful and committed to Cameroon.
“This is the time to unite,...
Onana had previously announced his retirement from international football in December following a disagreement with Song over tactics.
“My desire to represent my country has never wavered… I respond to the call of my nation with unwavering certainty, aware that my return is not only intended to honor my dream but also to respond to the expectation and support of Cameroonians, who deserve a national team determined to shine,” Onana said in a statement shared on his social media handles on Monday.
He said, although he has been unjustly treated, he will remain faithful and committed to Cameroon.
“This is the time to unite,...
- 9/5/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Yaounde, Aug 30 (Ians) Cameroon head coach Rigobert Song made an unexpected decision to recall goalkeeper Andre Onana for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifier against Burundi.
The 27-year-old Manchester United player had previously announced his retirement from international football last year after being dropped from the World Cup roster due to a disagreement with coach Song, reports Xinhua.
“There was never any problem. I think that today if he (Andre Onana) is in the list it is because he has done what was expected of him and today I think that he is one of the best goalkeepers,” Song stated during a press conference in Yaounde, unveiling the Indomitable Lions’ 24-man squad.
Cameroon needs only to draw in their match against Burundi on home ground on September 12 to qualify for Afcon.
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The 27-year-old Manchester United player had previously announced his retirement from international football last year after being dropped from the World Cup roster due to a disagreement with coach Song, reports Xinhua.
“There was never any problem. I think that today if he (Andre Onana) is in the list it is because he has done what was expected of him and today I think that he is one of the best goalkeepers,” Song stated during a press conference in Yaounde, unveiling the Indomitable Lions’ 24-man squad.
Cameroon needs only to draw in their match against Burundi on home ground on September 12 to qualify for Afcon.
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- 8/30/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Yaounde, March 11 (Ians) Cameroon head coach Rigobert Song has named his final selection of 24 players for the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifier match against Namibia.
The squad is made up of well experienced and celebrated players including Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, Karl Toko Ekambi, Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa, Bryan Mbeumo and Vincent Aboubakar, who ended the 2021 Afcon as the top scorer of the tournament with eight goals and featured on the Caf best XI, reports Xinhua news agency.
The squad will host Namibia on March 23 and return to the match five days later in Dobsonville Stadium in Soweto.
Cameroon was pitted in Group C of the qualifiers along with Namibia, Kenya and Burundi.
The 34th edition of Afcon will take place in Cote d’Ivoire next year.
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The squad is made up of well experienced and celebrated players including Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, Karl Toko Ekambi, Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa, Bryan Mbeumo and Vincent Aboubakar, who ended the 2021 Afcon as the top scorer of the tournament with eight goals and featured on the Caf best XI, reports Xinhua news agency.
The squad will host Namibia on March 23 and return to the match five days later in Dobsonville Stadium in Soweto.
Cameroon was pitted in Group C of the qualifiers along with Namibia, Kenya and Burundi.
The 34th edition of Afcon will take place in Cote d’Ivoire next year.
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- 3/11/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Lusail, Dec 3 (Ians) Cameroon manager Rigobert Song said he was proud of his players after a historic 1-0 victory over Brazil in their World Cup Group G match here on Friday.
A stoppage-time header from Vincent Aboubakar gave the Indomitable Lions the first ever win by an African team over Brazil at the World Cup.
But it wasn’t enough to earn Cameroon a place in the knockout stage in Qatar as they finished third in their group, behind Brazil and Switzerland, reports Xinhua.
“We have a feeling of regret because this match showed that we could have done better in the first two games,” said Song, referring to a 3-3 draw with Serbia and a 1-0 loss to Switzerland.
“But you have to look at the positive side. We’re satisfied with tonight’s performance. I took over the team not that long ago and we’re progressing.
“I’m proud of my players.
A stoppage-time header from Vincent Aboubakar gave the Indomitable Lions the first ever win by an African team over Brazil at the World Cup.
But it wasn’t enough to earn Cameroon a place in the knockout stage in Qatar as they finished third in their group, behind Brazil and Switzerland, reports Xinhua.
“We have a feeling of regret because this match showed that we could have done better in the first two games,” said Song, referring to a 3-3 draw with Serbia and a 1-0 loss to Switzerland.
“But you have to look at the positive side. We’re satisfied with tonight’s performance. I took over the team not that long ago and we’re progressing.
“I’m proud of my players.
- 12/3/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Doha (Qatar), Nov 28 (Ians) The Group H clash between Portugal and Uruguay promises to be the headline act on Day 9 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup on Monday. Here are four things to look out for:
1. Serbia changes against Cameroon
Serbia manager Dragan Stojkovic hinted at major changes to his starting lineup after a 2-0 loss to Brazil in their tournament opener on Thursday.
Dusan Vlahovic, who has been recovering from a groin problem, could start after making a 30-minute cameo against the South American giants while Filip Kostic is also expected to be available after having missed the first game with a thigh injury.
Cameroon, who are seeking their first victory at the World Cup since 2002, are hoping to rebound from a 1-0 loss to Switzerland in their opening encounter. Manager Rigobert Song will be wanting more from Bayern Munich forward Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, who struggled against the Swiss.
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1. Serbia changes against Cameroon
Serbia manager Dragan Stojkovic hinted at major changes to his starting lineup after a 2-0 loss to Brazil in their tournament opener on Thursday.
Dusan Vlahovic, who has been recovering from a groin problem, could start after making a 30-minute cameo against the South American giants while Filip Kostic is also expected to be available after having missed the first game with a thigh injury.
Cameroon, who are seeking their first victory at the World Cup since 2002, are hoping to rebound from a 1-0 loss to Switzerland in their opening encounter. Manager Rigobert Song will be wanting more from Bayern Munich forward Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, who struggled against the Swiss.
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- 11/28/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Doha, Nov 25 (Ians) Breel Embolo scored the only goal to lift Switzerland past his country of birth Cameroon in their World Cup Group G opening match here late on Thursday. Embolo, who moved to Europe with his mother as a boy, scored in the 47th minute after receiving a low cross from captain Granit Xhaka.
Cameroon’s miserable run at the world’s most important tournament continued after losing their 10th consecutive World Cup match. The Indomitable Lions, who claimed a shock victory over Diego Maradona’s Argentina at the 1990 World Cup, scored only one victory in their last 15 World Cup matches.
Rigobert Song, the Cameroon coach who played at four World Cups, rued loss to the European side despite taking full control in the first half, reports Xinhua. “We were in control, we had many good opportunities, but we failed to convert them to goals. We missed the final touch.
Cameroon’s miserable run at the world’s most important tournament continued after losing their 10th consecutive World Cup match. The Indomitable Lions, who claimed a shock victory over Diego Maradona’s Argentina at the 1990 World Cup, scored only one victory in their last 15 World Cup matches.
Rigobert Song, the Cameroon coach who played at four World Cups, rued loss to the European side despite taking full control in the first half, reports Xinhua. “We were in control, we had many good opportunities, but we failed to convert them to goals. We missed the final touch.
- 11/25/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Doha, Nov 15 (Ians) One of the more competitive groups at the FIFA World Cup will get underway on November 24 when Switzerland and Cameroon meet in Al Wakrah. Brazil, who have suffered just one defeat in the past three years, will be clear favourites to claim the Group G leadership.
Serbia and Switzerland are expected to vie for second place, having both finished top of their respective groups in qualifying. Cameroon should not be discounted as contenders for a berth in the knockout phase after a third-place showing at the Africa Cup of Nations in February.
Here is a breakdown of the four teams in Group G.
Brazil
Brazil have not lifted the Jules Rimet trophy since 2002, when a Ronaldo-inspired team defeated Germany 2-0 in Yokohama, reports Xinhua. But the five-time world champions are deservedly among the favourites here after a qualifying campaign that included 14 wins, three draws and not a single defeat.
Serbia and Switzerland are expected to vie for second place, having both finished top of their respective groups in qualifying. Cameroon should not be discounted as contenders for a berth in the knockout phase after a third-place showing at the Africa Cup of Nations in February.
Here is a breakdown of the four teams in Group G.
Brazil
Brazil have not lifted the Jules Rimet trophy since 2002, when a Ronaldo-inspired team defeated Germany 2-0 in Yokohama, reports Xinhua. But the five-time world champions are deservedly among the favourites here after a qualifying campaign that included 14 wins, three draws and not a single defeat.
- 11/15/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Yaounde, March 17 (Ians) Cameroon national football team head coach Rigobert Song has named his final 27-man squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup playoff game against Algeria. Vincent Aboubakar will captain the squad that also includes Ajax goalkeeper Andre Onana, Napoli midfielder Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa and Bayern Munich forward Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting. The list, […]...
- 3/20/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
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