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Choupo Moting Omitted: Indomptable Lions Forge Ahead Without Star Striker at CAN 2024

Choupo Moting will not be partaking in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations. The Bayern Munich forward has not received a summons from Rigobert Song for the imminent grand assembly of African football set to commence in a few days.

A stalwart of the national team for several years and the vice-captain, the former Paris Saint-Germain striker will thus be absent from a fourth consecutive competition with Cameroon, following his absence in the AFCON tournaments of 2019, 2021, and the 2022 World Cup. Rigobert Song, in a press conference, elucidated his decision, stating, "Choupo Moting is undoubtedly a formidable player. However, my colleagues and I have chosen to maintain our recent course. While acknowledging his significance, a decision had to be made in line with our longstanding approach. He remains a crucial player, but choices had to be made, and they have been. At this juncture, I will proceed with those I have selected," he explained to the press.

At 34 years old, the World Cup could potentially mark Choupo Moting's final participation with the Indomitable Lions, given his irregular appearances in the national selection. It is noteworthy that since the conclusion of the World Cup, the Hamburg native has featured in only one out of eight matches with the national team.

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28.Dec.2023

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CAN 2023: Rigobert Song Unveils the Squad of 27 Lions

In a press conference held this Thursday at the headquarters of the Cameroon Football Federation in Yaoundé, Rigobert Song, the manager and head coach of the Indomitable Lions, revealed the list of players selected for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations. The chief of Cameroon's technical staff has chosen to place his trust in 27 Lions for this grand spectacle of African football. The Cameroon team will embark on the quest for its 6th star with a notably youthful squad. Notable exclusions include key players such as Choupo Moting, Nicolas Nkoulou, Kunde Malong, Bryan Mbeumo (due to injury), and Jérôme Ngom Mbekeli.

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28.Dec.2023

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Financial Frustration: CCC Yaounde Blocked as Referees Demand Dues.

In a scoop revealed exclusively yesterday, the referees of the Central Regional Football League are currently on strike at the Cameroonian Cultural Center (CCC) in Yaoundé. The entrance to the CCC is barricaded by these strikers who express their frustration. They have not received payment for the past two seasons. Since the arrival of the new figurehead in Tsinga, they have not received their remuneration. Consequently, they are advocating for the settlement of their outstanding payments.

These referees officiated the last two seasons of the Cameroonian Cup (preliminary rounds) and have not been compensated to date. Additionally, almost the entire regional championship, encompassing 5 out of 14 rounds, remains unpaid, not to mention the Down and UP play-offs. Meanwhile, Fecafoot employees enjoy substantial salaries. Ironically, before taking office, the current executive asserted that Fecafoot's funds are intended for players, not individuals occupying office spaces.

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27.Dec.2023

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Cameroon Defender Fai Collins (31 years old) Commits to FC Radnicki Nis in the Serbian Premier Division

Fai Collins, a key figure in Cameroon's 54-man provisional list, has officially joined FC Radnicki Nis in the Serbian Premier Division. After being without a club since concluding his stint with Al Taï in July 2023, the Cameroonian right-back has found a new home.

This move comes just days before the start of the Africa Cup of Nations, providing the Cameroonian international with a platform to revive his career. Having trained with the reserve team of Standard Liège in Belgium for several days, Fai Collins brings a sharpened and eager edge to the current 15th-ranked team in the Serbian championship.

With past experiences in Romania, Belgium, and Saudi Arabia, the 2017 African champion brings his wealth of experience to contribute to his new team's battle for survival in the top flight. Joining compatriots Basile Yankam and Thierry Etougou at FC Radnicki Nis, the former Union Douala player is expected to seamlessly adapt to his new club.

At 31 years old, hailing from Bamenda, Fai Collins seizes this opportunity to showcase that he still has much to offer on the field.

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27.Dec.2023

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