Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba proud representing Cameroon at AFCON 2025

Brighton and Hove Albion midfielder Carlos Baleba has shared his excitement as he gears up for his first Africa Cup of Nations tournament in Morocco.

Baleba earned a spot in the Indomitable Lions squad for the 2025 AFCON tournament, which will be held between December 21 and January 18.

However, Baleba, has expressed his eagerness to feature for Cameroon at the continental showpiece.

“We are a young team, but that doesn’t mean we can’t challenge the biggest teams. This is the first time many of us have participated in the Africa Cup of Nations, but I think my teammates are just as excited as I am to have this first experience.”

“We have good harmony, and I feel that the group is very united” said the 21-year-old while commending team harmony.

“I can’t wait to get started, I’m proud to represent Cameroon in the Africa Cup of Nations, and I will do my best to win the title for my country, that’s my dream.”

Carlos Baleba has become a key player in the Cameroon squad, thanks to his outstanding performances in the English Premier League with Brighton.

His name occasionally appears on the list of players wanted by top clubs, most recently Manchester United in the summer of 2025.

The Cameroonian national team will participate in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Group F, alongside Ivory Coast, Gabon and Mozambique.