Regarding goalkeeper André Onana, the Onana family has offered a measured response, shedding light on the alleged verbal altercation during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.
During an interview with France 24, Eto’o questioned Onana’s commitment and behavior, suggesting possible behavioral issues and lack of respect on the part of the Manchester United goalkeeper during the tournament in Ivory Coast.
In response, Christian Onana, the brother of the 27-year-old goalkeeper, took to the airwaves to address the allegations and set the record straight.
Christian Onana asserted, “Onana has no problem with his teammates in the national team,” countering Eto’o’s insinuations about behavioral issues.
He emphasized that any conflicts involving Onana were personal and not reflective of any discord with Fecafoot, clarifying, “Onana had a problem with a person, and this person is now using the Cameroon national team and Fecafoot, which is an institution, to settle scores with Onana. That’s what it’s about.”
Furthermore, Christian Onana defended his brother’s character, highlighting his respectfulness and emphasizing, “Onana is very respectful.
When I talk to him, he goes to bed. He’s a 27-year-old kid that anyone can scold.” He posed a poignant question about the nature of the rift, stating, “The question that must be asked is what could have caused a child who ate from your hands to turn away?”
In concluding remarks, Christian Onana alluded to the challenges faced by those perceived as close to André Onana in the football world, suggesting a broader narrative of proxy wars within the sport.
The Onana family’s response seeks to provide clarity and defend the reputation of the goalkeeper amid the ongoing controversy.
