Algerian journalist Nabil Djellit sharply criticized Cameroon’s leadership following their 1–0 loss to DR Congo in the African World Cup playoff semi-final.
Djellit placed responsibility on both coach Marc Brys and former star Samuel Eto’o, arguing that the defeat reflects systemic shortcomings in Cameroonian football.
He stressed that relying on last-minute heroics no longer suffices for sustained success.
He referenced Cameroon’s dramatic qualification against Algeria in the 2022 World Cup as an example of a team dependent on miracles.
Djellit emphasized that such methods cannot replace long-term strategy and preparation.
On his X account, Djellit wrote: “Brys failed. Eto’o failed. Cameroon failed.
The permanent miracle has its limits…” His comments underline frustration with leadership decisions and the inability to convert talent into results on critical occasions.
The playoff match, played on Thursday, November 13, 2025, in Morocco, ended with DR Congo’s Leopards scoring a decisive goal in the 92nd minute.
That goal secured their place in the final against Nigeria, where a World Cup 2026 qualifying spot is at stake.
Djellit suggested that Cameroon’s football authorities must rethink strategy at all levels.
He highlighted that relying on past achievements or star power cannot guarantee qualification in increasingly competitive African tournaments.
The journalist’s statements reflect widespread disappointment among fans and observers who expected the Indomitable Lions to progress.
His commentary calls for structural reforms, improved coaching, and strategic planning to avoid similar failures in the future.
Cameroon’s elimination leaves them without a path to the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, intensifying pressure on Brys and Eto’o to restore confidence in the national program.
