Napoli midfielder André-Frank Zambo Anguissa could be making his return to the Cameroon national team for the upcoming FIFA Series 2026. He was sidelined for several months due to a hamstring injury sustained last November during a training camp with the Indomitable Lions. His potential return is seen as a major boost for the team.
This injury forced Zambo Anguissa to miss the World Cup qualifiers against the Democratic Republic of Congo, as well as the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. His absence coincided with significant changes within the team, including the dismissal of coach Marc Brys, who was replaced by David Pagou. Pagou led the team at the AFCON 2025, which was marked by the absence of several key players.
Figures such as Vincent Aboubakar, Nicolas Ngamaleu, Michael Ngadeu, Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, Martin Hongla, André Onana, and Jackson Tchatchoua were not called up for the AFCON 2025. This situation raised questions about where Zambo Anguissa would have fit into this new configuration, had he been available.
His return coincides with speculation about a possible role as captain. Christian Bassogog, who wore the armband during the AFCON 2025, was considered a temporary choice. The supposed close relationship between Zambo Anguissa and the president of FECAFOOT suggests that he could be the next captain of the Indomitable Lions.
The official squad announcement for the FIFA Series 2026 should confirm whether Zambo Anguissa will regain his place in the team and whether he will inherit the captaincy. The FIFA Series 2026 is an invitational friendly competition designed to offer national teams the opportunity to play against opponents from other confederations.
