Cameroonian first choice goalkeeper Andre Onana, suspended for ‘disciplinary reasons’
Cameroon’s starting goalkeeper Andre Onana has been suspended for disciplinary reasons, the Cameroon Football Confederation (FECAFOOT) said, after he was left out of the squad for Monday’s 3-3 draw with Serbia in the World Cup. .
Onana was marked “absent” on the squad, and head coach Rigobert Song said he had to “put the team before the individual” amid reports of a dispute over tactics.
Cameroon is third in Group G with one point and will need to beat Brazil in their final group game on Friday to have any chance of reaching the round of 16.
“The Cameroon Football Association informs the public that following the decision of Mr. Rigobert Song Bahanag, head coach of the Indomitable Lions, the player Andre Onana has been temporarily suspended from the group for disciplinary reasons,” the statement said.
“The Cameroon Football Federation reiterates its full support to the head coach and all his staff in the implementation of the federal policy aimed at maintaining discipline, solidarity, complementarity and cohesion within the national team.
“FECAFOOT continues to reiterate its commitment to creating a calm environment for the team and providing the right facilities for outstanding performance.”
