By Etienne Mainimo Mengnjo
As anticipation builds for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, the newly appointed head coach of the Cameroon national football team, Marc Brys, has unveiled the list of 30 preselected players ahead of upcoming June qualifiers.
The list, made public on May 10th in Yaoundé, features a blend of familiar faces and exciting new prospects. Some players are making their debut for the national team, while others are returning after a period of absence.
Among the notable veterans making a comeback is Michaël Ngadeu. His conspicuous absence from the recent Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) held in Côte d’Ivoire is over. His return adds valuable experience and depth to the defensive lineup.
Collins Fai, popularly known as “Dependable Fai,” is also making hos way back to the den. His reliability and experience will be crucial for the team’s success. Versatile midfielder Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting is another welcome addition. His ability to play across the front line provides valuable tactical flexibility. Other returning players include Kunde Malong, Martin Hongla, and Christian Bassogog.
Several exciting new faces are also included in the squad. These include James Eto’o, Yvan Dibango, Raoul Danzabe, Carlos Baleba, and Guy Kilama. Nchindo John Bosco and Jules Armand Kooh are the only two players selected from the domestic championship, making their debuts for the national team.
The big absences include Darlin Yongwa, Enzo Tchato, Jean Onana, Franck Skinny, Clinton Njie, Oumar Gonzalez, Fabrice Ondoa, Ben Elliot and Olivier Kemen
While unveiling the list, Marc Brys emphasized that the selected players are currently performing at a high level for their respective clubs. His goal is to create a cohesive unit that can compete effectively in the qualifiers.
Cameroon is set to face Cape Verde and Angola in their crucial June 2024 World Cup qualifiers. The nation’s football fans eagerly await the team’s performance on the global stage.
Full list of players called up
Goalkeepers:
Simon Omossola
André Onana
Simon Ngapandouetnbu
Defender:
Malcom Bokele
Jean Charles Castelletto
Yvan Dibango
James Eto’o
Guy Kilama
Harold Moukoudi
Michaël Ngadeu
Jackson Tchatchoua
Nouhou Tolo
Christopher Wooh
Fai Collins
Midfielder:
Carlos Baleba
Eric Maxim Choupo Moting
Zambo Anguissa
Raoul Danzabe
Martin Hongla
John Bosco Nchindo
Kunde Malong
Yvan Neyou
Olivier Ntcham
Forwards:
Aboubakar Vincent
Christian Bassogog
Jules Armand Kooh
Didier Lamkel Ze
Bryan Mbeumo
Faris Pemi Moumbagna
Nicolas Ngamaleu
Georges Kevin Nkoudou
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