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Coach Marc Brys Denies Dismissal Amid AFCON Turmoil

12/12/2025

Summary

Story summary

Marc Brys refuses his dismissal as Cameroon head coach.
He says he was never officially informed of his firing.
Brys submits his own squad for the Africa Cup of Nations.
FECAFOOT, led by Samuel Eto’o, announces a squad that omits Andre Onana and Vincent Aboubakar.
The dispute raises concerns about AFCON preparations ahead of the December 21 start in Morocco.

History

Historical Context

In 2022, the Cameroon Football Federation faced turmoil as coach Toni Conceição was dismissed amid disputes over player selections, notably excluding stars like André Onana and Vincent Aboubakar. This conflict mirrors tensions from the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations, where internal disagreements hampered team performance. The ongoing discord threatens the national team's preparations for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations, impacting their competitive edge.

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Story summary

Marc Brys refuses his dismissal as Cameroon head coach.
He says he was never officially informed of his firing.
Brys submits his own squad for the Africa Cup of Nations.
FECAFOOT, led by Samuel Eto’o, announces a squad that omits Andre Onana and Vincent Aboubakar.
The dispute raises concerns about AFCON preparations ahead of the December 21 start in Morocco.

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