On the eve of a crucial match for the Indomitable Lions, coach Marc Brys is faced with a series of unexpected withdrawals. Between injuries and personal reasons, the Cameroon team finds itself without several key players before its departure for South Africa.
As the game against Namibia approaches, the list of absentees continues to grow for the Lions. Brentford striker Bryan Mbeumo has been forced to pull out of the squad after suffering a muscle strain in the final league game against Bournemouth. The player, a pillar of Cameroon’s attack, has opted to stay in England for medical treatment to ensure he is fit for future matches.
For his part, Carlos Baleba had already confirmed his withdrawal, adding an extra weight on the shoulders of Marc Brys, who must rethink his attacking strategy. Baleba’s absence was already a disappointment, but Mbeumo’s is likely to have an even greater impact, especially on the eve of the team’s departure for South Africa to face Namibia.
Zambo Anguissa, a special case authorised by Marc Brys
Franck Zambo Anguissa will not be making the trip to South Africa. But his absence is not due to injury. The midfielder, who has just become a father, asked the coach to allow him to stay with his family, a wish that Marc Brys respected. This personal moment for Zambo Anguissa, while understandable, nevertheless deprives the team of a player with a structuring role in midfield.
Fortunately for the Indomitable Lions, these absences should not affect their qualification for the 2025 African Cup of Nations. With three wins and a draw in the qualifiers, the team has secured its place at the competition. This latest get-together, which includes matches against Namibia and Zimbabwe, will be more a time of preparation and evaluation for Brys.
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