English Woman's Journal - Samuel Eto'o apologises to Cameroon coach Brys

Weather - London 9°C

Samuel Eto'o apologises to Cameroon coach Brys

SPORTS 30.05.2024

Samuel Eto'o apologises to Cameroon coach Brys / Photo: Lillian SUWANRUMPHA - AFP

Former Cameroonian star forward and now football federation president Samuel Eto'o apologised Thursday to national team coach Marc Brys, with whom he had been involved in a heated exchange this week.

Change text size:

The ex-Barcelona striker also confirmed Brys would remain in his position after it was announced the Belgian was to be replaced as head coach of Cameroon on Wednesday.

"I apologise because during our first unfortunate meeting, there was a lot of emotion... but the Cameroonian people are more important than us, and it is for them that we must work," said Eto'o at a press conference.

Eto'o was referring to an incident captured on video during his first meeting with Brys, which was widely shared on social media Tuesday.

The pair were seen to engage in a heated argument, before Brys left abruptly.

"Your mission is not an easy one, despite your qualities and experience, but you should know that you will have our support," added the two-time Africa Cup of Nations winner.

Brys was appointed to the role in April by Cameroon's sport ministry, much to the astonishment of the country's football federation (Fecafoot) and its president Eto'o wrote to the ministry to denounce its "illegal" appointment of the 62-year-old.

Fecafoot said it regretted not being involved "closely, nor remotely" in the selection process for the new coach and his staff.

Belgian Brys will now oversee Cameroon's next two crucial matches in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, against Cape Verde on June 8 and Angola three days later.

P.Munro--EWJ

Featured

Paul George Scores 36 as Celtics Defeat Sixers 123-101 to Take East Lead

The Boston Celtics claimed first place in the Eastern Conference on Tuesday night, defeating the Philadelphia 76ers 123-101 at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Paul George led all scorers with 36 points in his return to Philadelphia, while a decisive third-quarter run extended Boston's lead and dropped the Sixers to second place.

Mets President David Stearns Expresses Confidence in Marcus Semien's Motivation

New York Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns has identified Marcus Semien’s self-motivation as the primary factor in his potential recovery from an underwhelming debut season. Speaking at the general managers meetings in Las Vegas, Stearns affirmed that the team remains confident in Semien’s ability to improve, even as they evaluate other infield options for next year.

FA Cup Second-Round Draw Confirmed for Non-League and Midlands Clubs

The FA Cup second-round draw has been finalized, setting up crucial ties for non-league teams aiming to reach the third round proper. Several clubs from the Midlands, including Burton Albion and Kidderminster Harriers, have secured their next opponents following recent victories over lower-league opposition.

Panthers expected to begin 2027 NRL season away from new stadium

The new Penrith Stadium is expected to be ready in time for the opening round of the 2027 NRL season, but it’s still likely the Panthers is expected to be on the road for their early matches. There is no delay to the build of the new $309 million venue but there’s a lack of appetite for risk around weather delays through the summer.

Change text size: