Cameroon coach uncertainty intensifies as FECAFOOT quietly considers alternatives
Tension between Marc Brys and the Cameroon Football Federation (FECAFOOT) is sparking growing speculation that a coaching change could be looming just weeks before a decisive 2026 World Cup qualifying fixture.
The Belgian manager’s position appears increasingly fragile despite remaining officially in charge.
Since the moment Brys was appointed, his relationship with FECAFOOT president Samuel Eto’o has been fraught with mistrust and frequent clashes behind closed doors.
While the national team prepares for the World Cup play-off campaign in November – with a semi-final meeting against the Democratic Republic of Congo scheduled to take place in Morocco – the atmosphere surrounding the coaching setup is anything but settled.
Although Brys continues his duties with the support of several senior players, sources within the football administration indicate that contingency plans are being mapped out.
Should the Indomitable Lions fall short of expectations in November, the prospect of a new face leading the team into the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations could swiftly move from speculation to reality.
Paul put enters the conversation
Reports from Kick442 claim that FECAFOOT officials have quietly reached out to Uganda national team coach Paul Put to gauge his interest in potentially taking over the reins.
Put, also Belgian, has earned admiration among some Cameroonian decision-makers after guiding Uganda to a structured and competitive qualifying campaign in which the Cranes narrowly missed progressing as one of the top second-placed teams.
The alleged contact is not believed to signify an imminent dismissal.
Instead, it appears to be part of an early strategy to ensure the national team does not lose momentum if the current coaching project collapses.
On November 2, 2023, Paul Put was appointed head coach of the Uganda Cranes on a two-year contract. In 17 days, his contract lapses having overseen 23 games since.
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Brys, despite his ongoing efforts, has yet to win over the federation leadership in a working environment that remains politically charged.
Timing adds to the uncertainty
With a crucial World Cup play-off on the horizon, many football observers argue that changing coaches now would be counterproductive and potentially destabilizing.
Nevertheless, poor results in November could hand Eto’o the justification he needs to push for managerial change just a few weeks before the AFCON tournament.
Put’s extensive background in African football could strengthen his candidacy, though questions linger over whether his profile aligns with Eto’o’s long-term vision for the national team.
A foreign coach with a modest track record – similar to Brys in the eyes of critics – may not be the type of appointment the federation president prefers.
For the moment, Brys continues to lead preparations as planned.
Yet, the looming play-off fixtures have taken on far greater significance than simply securing a place at the World Cup.
Cameroon’s performance may ultimately determine whether Brys remains in charge or marks the start of another period of transition for the Indomitable Lions.
While no official decision has been made, the debate surrounding Brys’s future is far from over – and could soon intensify if results fail to meet expectations.
