The Cameroonian Football Federation has given released an official statement regarding the situation surrounding the exclusion and temporary suspension of star goalkeeper André Onana.
Per reports from football insider Fabrizio Romano earlier today, Onana was axed from Rigobert Song’s matchday XI against Serbia due to a discussion with Song after his insistence on a different style of goalkeeping in line with more a ‘traditional’ approach. Onana was said to have no intention of changing his style, which led to a tense situation between both parties.
Onana has since removed himself from the Cameroonian squad and will not return to duty in the 2022 World Cup, with Song now having to turn to 29-year-old Devis Epassy who featured in goal in Cameroon’s 3-3 draw against Dragan Stojković's Оrlovi. Since then, FECAFOOT has released a statement from General Secretary Blaise Djounang in a show of unwavering support for Song and the collective squad in Qatar.
“The Cameroon Football Federation hereby informs the public that following Me. Rigobert Song Bahanag’s decision, Head Coach of the Indomitable Lions, the player André Onana has been temporarily suspended from the group for disciplinary reasons.”
“The Cameroon Football Federation reiterates its full support of the Head Coach and his entire staff as they implement the Federation’s policy aimed at preserving discipline, solidarity, complementarity, and cohesion within the national team.”
“FECAFOOT further reaffirms its commitment to create a peaceful atmosphere for the team and to provide them with adequate facilities for an outstanding performance.”
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