An altercation emerged between goalkeeper André Onana and the president of the Cameroonian federation, Samuel Eto’o. The incident transpired on Tuesday as Cameroon prepared for a decisive match in the tournament.
André Onana’s journey in the current AFCON has been marred by controversy, beginning with his delayed arrival on the day of the first match against Guinea during the competition’s preparation phase.
The Manchester United goalkeeper’s performance in the second match against Senegal further fueled disappointment, as he conceded three goals from Senegal’s only three shots on target.
Amidst the high-stakes atmosphere of the decisive match, Cameroon’s head coach, Rigobert Song, opted to start goalkeeper Ondoa, relegating Onana to the bench.
This decision reportedly did not sit well with the Manchester United player, leading to a heated exchange with the Cameroonian football legend, Samuel Eto’o.
According to a reliable source close to the Indomitable Lions, the altercation unfolded when Onana discovered he would not be starting on Tuesday morning.
The goalkeeper, visibly frustrated by the decision, lost his temper, engaging in a tense confrontation with Samuel Eto’o.
The incident, though intense, concluded with Onana eventually regaining composure.
The dynamics within the Cameroon squad have thus come under the spotlight as the team faces crucial moments in the ongoing tournament.
The outcome of the altercation and its potential impact on team morale remain subjects of keen interest as fans and football enthusiasts closely follow Cameroon’s journey in AFCON 2023.
