Cameroon national team coach Marc Brys has publicly accused Samuel Eto'o, the president of the Cameroonian Football Federation (FECAFOOT), of interfering in team selection by excluding goalkeeper André Onana. The dispute centers on the squad list for upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
Brys stated that Eto'o presented him with a pre-written squad list that omitted the Manchester United goalkeeper, a move the Belgian coach rejected. This public accusation highlights the ongoing and severe tensions between the technical staff and the federation's leadership since Brys's appointment in April 2024.
The conflict has escalated to the point where the Ministry of Sports recently attempted to dismiss Brys, a decision that was reportedly overturned by Cameroon's Prime Minister. The situation creates a significant distraction as the Indomitable Lions prepare for crucial matches in June 2026.
Neither Samuel Eto'o nor André Onana has issued a detailed public response to the specific allegation of exclusion. The standoff underscores deeper governance issues within Cameroonian football administration.
