Marc Brys has openly admitted to making mistakes since taking charge of Cameroon’s national team, as the Belgian tactician seeks to calm tensions and steer the Indomitable Lions forward.
Speaking candidly in an exclusive interview with Cameroon Radio Television (CRTV), Brys addressed the criticism that has followed his early tenure and made a rare admission in the high-stakes world of international football: “I’ve made some bad decisions along the way, for sure.”
His acknowledgment comes as a surprise in a profession where deflection is more common than self-criticism.
Since his appointment, Brys has faced scrutiny over squad selections and management style, with his decisions often dividing public opinion. But rather than shy away from the controversy, he is choosing to confront it head-on.
In the interview, the 61-year-old emphasized that all his choices were made in the interest of the collective, not to satisfy personal agendas. “Every decision I make is for the good of the team,” he said, “not to harm or sabotage anyone.”
Central to Brys’ philosophy is the belief in open communication. He made clear that he would never marginalize a player for personal reasons, preferring instead to engage in direct dialogue. “I don’t exclude someone because they’re difficult,” he explained. “If a player is difficult, I speak with them. I tell them, ‘You need to change, adapt.’ That’s how we build unity in the group.”
This people-first approach represents a shift from the more rigid and hierarchical management styles often associated with national team leadership.
Brys is attempting to foster a culture built on understanding, where constructive dialogue takes precedence over disciplinary measures.
The context surrounding his appointment has not made the job easier. Brought in during a period of instability, marked by growing public dissatisfaction and political pressures, Brys inherited a team needing both tactical structure and emotional healing.
Every decision he makes—whether it’s a call-up or a substitution—is dissected by a football-obsessed nation desperate for results.
Yet Brys remains undeterred. Instead of adopting a defensive stance, he has chosen humility and introspection. “I know my decisions are not always popular,” he said, “but they are always sincere.” With several key fixtures on the horizon, he hopes to shift the conversation away from off-field drama and back to performances on the pitch.
As Cameroon prepares for upcoming challenges, Brys is determined to create a climate of trust and stability within the squad. He understands that only results will earn him the public’s full confidence.
But in the meantime, he is laying the groundwork for a new chapter—one built not just on tactics and formations, but on transparency, mutual respect, and collective purpose.
In a country where football passion runs deep and expectations are unforgiving, Marc Brys is betting on a leadership style rooted in accountability and empathy.
Whether that gamble pays off will ultimately be decided not in interviews or press conferences, but under the floodlights, where the Indomitable Lions must prove themselves worthy of their name.
