Indomitable Lions coach David Pagou has announced his 26-man squad for the second edition of the FIFA Series tournament. The list, revealed this Thursday, is marked by several surprises and a breath of fresh air.
Pagou seems to be making changes by leaving out some key players who were absent during the last Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2025), such as André Onana and Vincent Aboubakar. The coach is thus confirming his desire to focus on youth and integrate new talents.
Among the notable choices are the presence of Blondy Noukeu (Boulogne) and Housseini Ousmanou (Gazelle FA de Garoua) among the four goalkeepers called up. This sends a strong signal about the desire to renew this key sector. The defense also sees the arrival of new faces, with the return of Jackson Tchatchoua, as well as Emmanuel Moungam A Ngon and Olivier Kamdem.
In midfield, David Pagou has called up nine players, although only six will ultimately be present due to administrative problems encountered by Olivier Kemen with his club. Konrad Nfanseu Sinyam (Panthère sportive du Ndé), who apparently impressed during the last training camp in Yaoundé, makes his debut in the team. The absence of Carlos Baleba is also noteworthy.
The Cameroonian attack is strengthened by the noticeable arrival of Yondjo Matah (Lille, France), who joins Christian Kofane and Karl Etta Eyong to boost the offensive sector.
This initiative by David Pagou comes in a particular context, marked by the absence of several key players. This situation offers a unique opportunity for the new Lions to make their mark and potentially earn a lasting place in the coach's plans.
The Indomitable Lions will face Australia on March 27 in Sydney, and then China on March 31 in Melbourne. These matches are part of the FIFA Series, a friendly competition where 48 teams are divided into 12 groups, including men's and women's teams from all confederations.
