The football federation president of Cameroon, Samuel Eto’o, publicly apologized to national team coach Marc Brys during a press conference at the FIFA Congress in Bangkok on May 17, 2024. The apology came after a heated exchange between the two earlier in the week. Despite their disagreement, Eto’o confirmed that Brys would continue as the head coach of Cameroon.
Eto’o acknowledged that their dispute was emotional and not productive. He emphasized that the well-being of the Cameroonian people should be their top priority and that both he and Brys must work together for their benefit. Eto’o expressed his support for Brys, recognizing the challenges that come with coaching a national team.
Brys was appointed by Cameroon’s sport ministry in April, which surprised Fecafoot, the country’s football federation, and President Eto’o. Eto’o had previously criticized the ministry’s appointment of Brys as “illegal.” Fecafoot stated that they were not consulted in the coach selection process and were not involved in decision-making.
Despite initial controversy surrounding his appointment, Brys will lead Cameroon in their upcoming important matches in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The team is set to face Cape Verde on June 8 and Angola three days later under Brys’ leadership. Eto’o assured that Brys would have all necessary support to carry out his duties effectively.
