Unfortunate news has hit the Cameroon national football team just three days before their crucial play-off match against Tunisia for the 2014 Brazil World Cup. The Indomitable Lions are grappling with an expanding list of injuries, further complicating their preparations for the upcoming fixture.
Adding to the growing injury concerns that already include Stephen Mbia, Nguemo, and Raoul Loé, now Henri Bedimo and Gaetan Bong have been forced to withdraw from the first leg. The two full-backs were unable to participate in the collective training session with their teammates in Paris.
Henri Bedimo, the left-back from Lyon, is dealing with a muscle injury, prompting his release on Thursday for an MRI in Paris to assess the extent of the damage. On the other hand, Gaëtan Bong, who plays for Olympiakos and operates as a right-sided defender, is struggling with adductor pain and is scheduled for an ultrasound later in the day.
With these setbacks, it appears unlikely that the two full-backs will be available for the upcoming match. Coach Volker Finke, already grappling with a series of injuries, may need to rely on reserve players to compensate for the absences. The situation raises questions about the depth of the squad and the potential inclusion of players from the waiting list to address the emerging challenges.
