Marc Brys to announce Cameroon squad for key AFCON qualifiers against Kenya
Cameroon’s head coach, Marc Brys, is set to announce the squad for the Indomitable Lions’ upcoming double-header against Kenya in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 qualifiers. The crucial matches will take place on October 11 in Yaoundé and October 14 in Kampala, as part of the 3rd and 4th rounds of the qualification campaign.
The announcement will be made at a press conference held at the Cameroon Football Federation (FECAFOOT) headquarters on Saturday, October 5.
This comes after FECAFOOT confirmed Brys’ return to Yaoundé, where he will share the list of selected players ahead of the critical fixtures.
With one win and a draw from the first two matches, Cameroon will be looking to secure maximum points from the encounters to move to the top of their qualification group.
Focus on Squad and Form
Coach Marc Brys, who took over the reins of the Indomitable Lions earlier this year, faces significant pressure heading into these fixtures.
Cameroon currently sits second in their qualification group, and the upcoming clashes with Kenya offer a chance to regain the top spot.
The squad announcement is highly anticipated, with football fans eager to see whether key players who have been performing well in European leagues will be included.
Brys is expected to stick with a blend of experienced internationals and promising young talents. Key players such as captain Vincent Aboubakar, Napoli’s André-Frank Zambo Anguissa, and goalkeeper André Onana are likely to feature in the squad, barring any late injuries or surprises.
The Cameroonian team is known for its depth, and Brys will be hoping to leverage that strength to ensure victories in both legs against Kenya.
Return to Stability for Cameroon’s Football
This press conference and the upcoming matches mark a period of relative stability for Cameroonian football.
Earlier this year, tensions between the Cameroon Football Federation (FECAFOOT) and the Ministry of Sports and Physical Education (MINSEP) led to an extended crisis within the national team’s technical staff.
The disagreement centered around the appointment of coaching personnel, which disrupted preparations for the AFCON qualifiers and other key tournaments.
However, a resolution was reached in recent weeks, culminating in the formation of a unified technical staff.
The newly harmonized structure has allowed Marc Brys and his team to focus on the upcoming fixtures without the distraction of administrative disputes.
This newfound cohesion could prove crucial as Cameroon seeks to return to its former glory in African football.
Key Challenges Ahead
Kenya, Cameroon’s upcoming opponents, have shown resilience in the qualifiers and will not be an easy challenge.
The East African side has a history of causing upsets in AFCON qualification campaigns and will be looking to exploit any weaknesses in the Indomitable Lions’ defense.
Brys will need to ensure his team is well-prepared, particularly in managing set-pieces and counterattacks, areas where Kenya has traditionally excelled.
Cameroon, meanwhile, will rely on their attacking strength to break down Kenya’s defense. Strikers like Karl Toko Ekambi and Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting will be key to the team’s success, as Cameroon looks to secure early goals in both fixtures.
The Road to AFCON 2025
As Cameroon eyes qualification for AFCON 2025, these two matches against Kenya will be critical.
The Indomitable Lions are no strangers to the continental stage, having won the prestigious tournament five times, with their most recent victory coming in 2017.
However, with tougher competition emerging across Africa, Cameroon will need to maintain their focus and form to secure their place in the 2025 edition of the tournament.
Saturday’s press conference is expected to set the tone for the crucial matches ahead, with Brys and his squad determined to deliver strong performances and bring Cameroon closer to another AFCON appearance.