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#Cameroon football
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#Senegal
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#Rigobert Song
#Fabrice Ondoa
#Nimes
#Samuel Eto’o
André Onana Dropped From Starting Line-Up for Cameroon’s African Cup of Nations Decider
Manchester United goalkeeper André Onana was dropped from Cameroon’s starting lineup for their Africa Cup of Nations Group C decider against Gambia. Onana eventually arrived late, after missing a match, and returned to the starting XI for Cameroon’s second game, but was at fault for two of Senegal’s goals during an error-strewn display as the five-time champions fell to a 3-1 defeat. Reports in the Cameroonian media ahead of the match that the former Ajax goalkeeper would be dropped by head coach Rigobert Song were ultimately realized as Fabrice Ondoa — Onana’s cousin — was named as the country’s starting keeper.
Nimes’ Ondoa, a Nations Cup winner with Cameroon in 2017, started for Cameroon in Onana’s absence as they were held by Guinea in their first group game in Yamoussoukro. Cameroon, despite earning just one point from their opening two matches, still advanced to the knockout stages with victory over Gambia.
Onana’s omission from such a crucial fixture is the latest chapter in his troubled international career. He opted not to represent Cameroon at the 2017 AFCON to focus on his club career and was dropped by Song during the 2022 World Cup in Qatar due to a disagreement about the goalkeeper’s adventurous playing style. Following a disagreement with FA President Samuel Eto’o in 2023, Onana retired from international football, before returning to the fold in December.
Ultimately, Onana’s absence highlights the volatility of the African Cup of Nations tournament and the unpredictability of international competitions. Despite the setbacks, Onana’s talent and potential are undeniable, and it will be interesting to see how his international career unfolds in the future.
News Summery in points:
– Manchester United goalkeeper André Onana was dropped from Cameroon’s starting line-up for their Africa Cup of Nations Group C decider against Gambia.
– Cameroon scored twice in the dying minutes to win 3-2 and reach the round of 16 after finishing second in Group C.
– Onana missed his side’s opening group game and arrived late for the second, where he made two errors during Cameroon’s defeat to Senegal.
– Fabrice Ondoa, Onana’s cousin, was named as the country’s starting keeper for the crucial game.
– Onana’s troubled international career includes opting not to represent Cameroon at the 2017 AFCON and being dropped from the 2022 World Cup.
