AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: Cameroon face injury concerns ahead of Namibia clash

Cameroon could be without Danny Namaso and Darlin Yongwa when they host Namibia in their third fixture of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers on Thursday, November 12.

The Indomitable Lions are preparing to welcome the Brave Warriors at the Japoma Stadium in Douala, but head coach David Pagou has been handed a potential selection headache following concerns over the availability of the two players.

Namaso and Yongwa reportedly missed Cameroon’s training session on Wednesday, November 11, raising doubts about their involvement in the upcoming encounter.

The absence of the two internationals has created uncertainty within the Cameroonian camp, with the technical team monitoring their condition ahead of the important Group fixture.

Namaso’s possible absence would deprive Pagou of an attacking option as Cameroon look to strengthen their offensive department against a Namibian side expected to provide a difficult challenge.

Meanwhile, Yongwa’s potential unavailability could also present a selection problem at left-back, forcing the coach to consider alternative options should the defender fail to recover in time.

With the encounter approaching, Pagou will be hoping to receive a positive update on both players as he finalises his preparations for the meeting with the Brave Warriors.

However, the Cameroonian Football Federation has yet to release an official statement confirming whether either player has sustained an injury or will be unavailable for the fixture.

Their participation therefore remains uncertain, with a final assessment expected to determine whether they can feature against Namibia.

Cameroon will be eager to secure maximum points on home soil as they continue their campaign for a place at the 2027 AFCON, making the potential absence of two squad members an unwelcome development ahead of Thursday’s showdown.