Cameroon have officially unveiled their squad for the eagerly awaited Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, but one name, or rather, one absence, has left fans in shock.
Former Manchester United goalkeeper André Onana will not be part of the 28-man roster, continuing a challenging season for the 29-year-old.
Onana struggled to maintain his starting position at Manchester United before moving on a season-long loan to Turkish side Trabzonspor in September. Despite the squad featuring four goalkeepers, his omission stands out as one of the tournament’s biggest surprises.
Fans and analysts alike were taken aback, given Onana’s experience and previous contributions to the national team. Nevertheless, Cameroon have included several key players, mixing seasoned internationals with rising talent.
Notable inclusions are Manchester United forward Bryan Mbeumo, Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, who is rumored to be on the move to Old Trafford next summer, and former Tottenham winger Georges-Kevin Nkoudou, now with Saudi club Dariya.
🚨🛑 André Onana and Vincent Aboubakar have been left out of Cameroon squad for the AFCON. pic.twitter.com/aCjsmB9Djh
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) December 1, 2025
Cameroon Squad – AFCON 2025
Goalkeepers: Devis Epassy (Dinamo Bucharest), Simon Omossola (St Eloi Lupopo), Simon Ngapandouetnbu (Montpellier), Edouard Sombang (Colombe Du Dja)
Defenders: Samuel Kotto (Gent), Gerzino Nyamsi (Lokomotiv Moscow), Jean-Charles Castelletto (Al-Duhail), Nouhou Tolo (Seattle Sounders), Flavien Enzo Boyomo (Osasuna), Mahamadou Nagida (Rennes), Christopher Wooh (Spartak Moscow), Junior Tchamadeu (Stoke City), Darlin Yongwa (FC Lorient)
Midfielders: Martin Ndzie (Rapid Vienna), Carlos Baleba (Brighton & Hove Albion), Arthur Avom (FC Lorient), Eric-Junior Dina Ebimbe (Brest), Brice Ambina (Valerenga), Jean Junior Onana (Genoa), Olivier Kemen (Istanbul B.B)
Forwards: Bryan Mbeumo (Manchester United), Christian Bassogog (Al-Okhdood), George-Kevin N’koudou (Al-Diriyah), Danny Namaso (Auxerre), Frank Magri (Toulouse), Karl Etta Eyong (Levante), Christian Kofane (Bayer Leverkusen), Patrick Soko (Almeria)
While Onana’s absence will certainly spark debates, the squad as a whole blends youth and experience, promising an exciting and competitive campaign for the Indomitable Lions as they chase AFCON glory.
🚨 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟: Andre Onana is not included in Cameroon’s squad list for the AFCON. pic.twitter.com/jwXbCAizGJ
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