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

— The Touchline | 𝐓 (@TouchlineX) December 1, 2025

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• Ruben Amorim gives update on his goalkeeper choice against Lyon

Manchester United fans have been left wondering if André Onana will reclaim his spot in goal for the crucial second leg of their Europa League tie against Lyon.

The Cameroonian shot-stopper was noticeably absent from the starting lineup in United’s recent Premier League clash against Newcastle United — marking the first time he was benched in the league under new manager Ruben Amorim.

The decision sparked curiosity, especially since Amorim didn’t offer a direct explanation for dropping his first-choice keeper.

However, following the match, Amorim shed some light on the situation, hinting that Onana’s performance in the first-leg defeat to Lyon in the Europa League may have influenced the call.

“Sometimes, you have to push the player to play again; sometimes, you have to let him disconnect a little bit,” Amorim explained. “Tomorrow, André will be in training to prepare for the next one, so I felt that it was a good time for André to disconnect.”

When asked whether Onana would return for the high-stakes rematch against Lyon, Amorim remained noncommittal:
“Onana vs Lyon? You guys have to wait, I’m going to choose the best starting XI for the next one.”

With a spot in the Europa League semi-finals on the line, Manchester United fans are hopeful Amorim picks a lineup capable of overturning the deficit and keeping their European dreams alive — whether that includes Onana between the sticks or not.

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Altay Bayindir has spoken out following a difficult Premier League debut, which saw Manchester United suffer a heavy defeat to Newcastle United.

The Turkish goalkeeper was handed his first league appearance after replacing André Onana, who had come under fire for errors in United’s 2-2 Europa League draw against Lyon.

But Bayindir’s big moment turned into a nightmare at St James’ Park as he conceded four goals, including a crucial mistake that led to Newcastle’s fourth.

With United trailing 3-1, Bayindir’s attempt to clear the ball was poorly executed and intercepted by Joelinton, allowing Bruno Guimarães to slot home moments later and seal a dominant 4-1 win for the Magpies.

The 26-year-old, who arrived at Old Trafford in the summer of 2023, faced a barrage of criticism from fans online after the match. Despite the backlash, Bayindir remained composed and took to Instagram to address supporters. He posted matchday photos along with a message that read:

“Honored to make my Premier League debut for this club. Not the result we wanted, but I’ll keep pushing, keep fighting. We’ll be back stronger — keep believing.”

 

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Manchester United will now shift focus back to Europe, where they face Lyon at Old Trafford in the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final on Thursday. Ruben Amorim’s men will be hoping for a more composed performance to secure a place in the semi-finals.

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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) unveiled its final shortlist for the 2024 Men’s Player of the Year award on Monday, November 18, 2024. The announcement, made exactly a month ahead of the awards ceremony, also included nominees for other key categories.

This year’s nominees were selected from an initial pool of players based on their exceptional performances for both club and country during the year.

Final Nominees for CAF Player of the Year
The five finalists for the prestigious Men’s Player of the Year award are:
Ademola Lookman  (Nigeria & Atalanta)
Simon Adingra (Côte d’Ivoire & Brighton & Hove Albion)
Serhou Guirassy (Guinea & Borussia Dortmund)
Achraf Hakimi (Morocco & Paris Saint-Germain)
Ronwen Williams (South Africa & Mamelodi Sundowns)

National Team of the Year Nominees
The Super Eagles of Nigeria earned a nomination for the National Team of the Year, competing alongside other strong contenders such as:
Côte d’Ivoire (Winners of the last AFCON)
DR Congo
South Africa
Sudan

The CAF Awards celebrate outstanding talent in African football, and the anticipation continues to grow as fans await the ceremony, where the continent’s football elite will be honoured for their achievements.

Here are the other Award categories;

GOALKEEPER OF THE YEAR

Andre Onana (Cameroon / Manchester United)
Yahia Fofana (Cote d’Ivoire / Angers SCO)
Mostafa Shobeir (Egypt / Al Ahly)
Stanley Nwabali (Nigeria / Chippa United)
Ronwen Wlliams (South Africa / Mamelodi Sundowns)

INTERCLUB PLAYER OF THE YEAR

Issoufou Dayo (Burkina Faso / RS Berkane)
Ahmed Sayed ‘Zizo’ (Egypt / Zamalek)
Hussein El Shahat (Egypt / Al Ahly)
Mostafa Shobeir (Egypt / Al Ahly)
Ronwen Wlliams (South Africa / Mamelodi Sundowns)

COACH OF THE YEAR

Pedro Goncalves (Angola)
Emerse Fae (Cote d’Ivoire)
Sebastien Desabre (DR Congo)
Marcel Koller (Al Ahly)
Hugo Broos (South Africa)

YOUNG PLAYER OF THE YEAR

Karim Konate (Cote d’Ivoire / Salzburg)
Oumar Diakite (Cote d’Ivoire / Reims)
Yankuba Minteh (Gambia / Brighton & Hove Albion)
Eliesse Ben Seghir (Morocco / AS Monaco)
Lamine Camara (Senegal / AS Monaco)

CLUB OF THE YEAR

Al Ahly (Egypt)
Zamalek (Egypt)
RS Berkane (Morocco)
Mamelodi Sundowns (South Africa)
Esperance Sportive de Tunis (Tunisia)

When is the 2024 CAF Awards?

The award ceremony will take place in Marrakech, Morocco, on December 16, 2024.

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Goalkeeper Andre Onana will return to Manchester United on Thursday following Cameroon’s elimination from the AFCON, according to Erik ten Hag.

In the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, Onana was a member of the Cameroon team that made it to the knockout stages. However, the team lost 2-0 against Nigeria in the round of 16, with Ademola Lookman scoring two goals.

After participating in every group stage match, Manchester United’s top player was unexpectedly benched by manager Rigobert Song for the match against Nigeria. Speaking before the loss, Song stated that his team’s six goals conceded in the group stages was the reason he decided to bench Onana.

Onana is expected to return to Manchester United now that his country is out of the competition. Ten Hag has stated that he anticipates his number one return by Thursday:

“Andre Onana will be back for Thursday,” confirmed Ten Hag.

“Maybe, for the first time as long as I was manager, I can pick a team from the squad that is probably the strongest here.”

Summer signing Altay Bayindir made his Man Utd debut due to Onana’s absence on Sunday, conceding two as the club squeezed past Newport County and through to the quarter-finals of the FA Cup.

Speaking about Bayindir’s debut, Ten Hag said that he was impressed by the Turkish international’s composure.

“I think it was a composed debut [by Bayindir]. Some good saves, so very composed. I think, overall, he can be happy.

“I was pleased with his performance.”

Onana is expected to return before Thursday; therefore, he may start in place of Bayindir when the Wolves visit Molineux this week. After losing their past two Premier League encounters, the Red Devils will be looking to bounce back against Wolves.

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Cameroon manager Rigobert Song has decided to bench Andre Onana for the crucial must-win clash against The Gambia in the African Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Cameroon is currently sitting in third place in Group C with one point, needing a victory to have a chance at securing one of the top two spots. However, their fate also depends on the outcome of the Guinea vs. Senegal match.

Despite Onana flying directly from Manchester to the AFCON with a chartered private jet, he was absent from the first game of the tournament, causing frustration even though he arrived in time to play. Cameroon drew the initial game 1-1 with Guinea and suffered a 3-1 defeat against Senegal in their second match, with Onana making a costly error.

Onana, with 37 caps to his name, is an experienced goalkeeper. His replacement for the upcoming game, Fabrice Ondoa, has 49 caps but plays in the French third-tier with Nimes Olympique.

The decision to bench Onana may impact his confidence, especially considering recent struggles both internationally and domestically, including mistakes during his time with Manchester United under Erik ten Hag.

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Erik ten Hag, the manager of Manchester United, has expressed unwavering confidence in goalkeeper Andre Onana, considering him the “second-best” in the Premier League.

Ten Hag uses statistics to support this claim, citing Onana’s impressive performance in terms of post-shot xG minus goals allowed, where he ranks second in the Premier League. Onana has also kept the most clean sheets this season, with five to his name.

Despite facing criticism for some costly errors in both the Premier League and Champions League, Onana has shown resilience. Ten Hag acknowledged that the goalkeeper has made mistakes in the Champions League but believes he has performed well overall in the first five months of the season. The manager praised Onana’s strong character and personality, noting his outstanding reaction after a poor performance against Burnley.

Onana’s performance in the Champions League drew attention, particularly in the 3-3 draw against Galatasaray, where he made mistakes that led to goals. As Manchester United face Newcastle in their upcoming fixture, Onana will be eager to bounce back and silence critics, potentially securing his spot in the Africa Cup of Nations in January.

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Erik ten Hag reprimanded his defenders rather than placing the responsibility for Manchester United’s 3-3 draw against Galatasaray on Andre Onana’s mistakes.

Having let two-goal leads slip away twice at Rams Park, United’s chances of advancing past the group stages are not great. Ten Hag’s team led 2-0 and 3-1 at one point, but Onana let up two simple free kicks by Hakim Ziyech just before halftime, which caused them to finish matchday five at the bottom of Group A. Even though United has only won one of their last five Champions League games, they still have a very limited chance of advancing to the round of 16.

• “We are not defending good enough,” the Dutchman told reporters [via Forbes]. “We are leading 3-1 and you can’t afford the mistakes we’re making, because that makes the difference. We were winning and then we’re losing points. We should have taken three points. That is also the case in more games: at home against Galatasaray, away in Copenhagen, we played so good. I have to make a big compliment to the team but, at the same moment, I have to criticise the team and us: as a coaching staff and me, as a manager.”

  On his goalkeeper and two costly errors, Ten Hag replied: “Andre is okay, it is not about individuals. Of course, individual errors in football can make a difference and you take responsibility for it but it is always about the team. I am responsible for this, but also know we are in a project”.

  United has conceded an astounding 14 goals in their five Champions League games this season, placing them bottom of their group heading into the final round of play. Five games into their Champions League campaign, they have also now given up more goals than any English side.

  United may still go to the round of 16, but only if they triumph in their last group game on December 12 at home against Bayern and draw with Galatasaray in Copenhagen.

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Manchester United has had its worst defensive start to a season in 60 years, following their 3-3 draw against Galatasaray on Wednesday. Despite holding a 3-1 lead, United conceded, putting their Champions League campaign in jeopardy with one game remaining in the group stage.

The Red Devils have now conceded a total of 33 goals in all competitions this season, establishing their poorest defensive record after 20 matches since the 1962-63 season when they let in 43 goals, according to Opta. This defensive struggle represents a significant challenge for Manchester United as they navigate their current campaign.

33 – Manchester United have conceded 33 goals in all competitions this season, the most in their opening 20 matches of any season since 1962-63 (43). Concern. pic.twitter.com/bKcR6sLcXK

— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) November 29, 2023

Conceding three goals in such a crucial game intensifies the pressure on goalkeeper Andre Onana and coach Erik ten Hag. The Cameroon international, Onana, faced criticism for his performance, particularly on Hakim Ziyech’s second free-kick. Although Onana managed to get a hand to the ball, he failed to keep it out, allowing Galatasaray to make it 3-2 and ultimately secure a vital point.

Ten Hag’s team has struggled in the Champions League, securing just four points from their five matches. To progress, they now must beat Bayern Munich in their final game and rely on Galatasaray failing to beat Copenhagen in the group’s other match. Additionally, Manchester United’s Premier League campaign has been challenging, currently sitting sixth in the table and conceding 16 goals in 13 games.

The Red Devils aim to bounce back and secure a third consecutive Premier League victory on Saturday when they face Newcastle at St James’ Park. Newcastle, coming off a notable 4-1 win against Chelsea last week, are currently seventh in the table, trailing United by just one point. The upcoming match is crucial for both teams as they seek to strengthen their positions in the league.

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The shortlist for the world’s most prestigious individual football award has been unveiled in anticipation of the ceremony scheduled for October 30 in Paris. Leading the pack are Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland, two of the standout contenders for this coveted accolade.

Messi’s inclusion is especially significant as he was absent from the shortlist last year. If he secures the men’s Ballon d’Or this year, it would mark his eighth win of the award, with Cristiano Ronaldo closely following with five victories. Additionally, Messi earned the Best FIFA Men’s Player award for the second time in February.

The announcement of the winner is scheduled to take place during a ceremony at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris on October 30.

Messi’s leadership was instrumental in Argentina’s triumph at the 2022 World Cup in December, a major achievement that had eluded him throughout his remarkable 21-year career until then.

Messi had a mixed year for his club. He struggled at Paris Saint-Germain, but he did help the team win its 11th Ligue 1 title as they were eliminated from the Champions League at the round of 16 stage for the second consecutive season.

He chose to join Inter Miami on a free transfer this summer instead of staying in Paris, and he immediately made a difference by helping them win the Leagues Cup and advance to the U.S. Open Cup final.

Erling Haaland, who was also nominated, could be Messi’s toughest rival for the honour. The Norwegian forward helped Manchester City win the Premier League, FA Cup, and Champions League by tallying 52 goals in 53 games across all competitions.

In his first season in England, the 23-year-old shattered the Premier League’s single-season goal-scoring record with 36 goals.

The striker also took up a number of individual honours for his outstanding exploits, including PFA Player of the Year, Premier League Player of the Season, and Men’s Player of the Year from the Football Writers’ Association.

As expected, the list of nominees for this year’s award is heavily populated by players from Manchester City and Argentina.

Seven individuals who played pivotal roles in Manchester City’s triumphant treble-winning season, including Erling Haaland, have secured spots on the shortlist. Additionally, four Argentine players, including Lionel Messi, who contributed to their nation’s historic third World Cup victory, have also earned well-deserved nominations.

Full list of men’s Ballon d’Or nominees:
André Onana – Manchester United/Cameroon
Josko Gvardiol – Manchester City/Croatia
Karim Benzema – Al Ittihad
Jamal Musiala – Bayern Munich/Germany
Mohamed Salah – Liverpool/Egypt
Jude Bellingham – Real Madrid/England
Bukayo Saka – Arsenal/England
Randal Kolo Muani – Paris Saint-Germain/France
Kevin De Bruyne – Manchester City/Belgium
Bernardo Silva – Manchester City/Portugal
Emiliano Martínez – Aston Villa/Argentina
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia – Napoli/Georgia
Rúben Dias – Manchester City/Portugal
Nicolo Barella – Inter Milan/Italy
Erling Haaland – Manchester City/Norway
Yassine Bounou – Al Hilal/Morocco
Martin Ødegaard – Arsenal/Norway
Julián Álvarez – Manchester City/Argentina
Ilkay Gündogan – Barcelona/Germany
Vinícius Júnior – Real Madrid/Brazil
Lionel Messi – Inter Miami/Argentina
Rodri – Manchester City/Spain
Lautaro Martínez – Inter Milan/Argentina
Antoine Griezmann – Atletico Madrid/France
Robert Lewandowski – Barcelona/Poland
Kylian Mbappé – Paris Saint-Germain/France
Kim Min-jae – Napoli/South Korea
Victor Osimhen – Napoli/Nigeria
Luka Modric – Real Madrid/Croatia
Harry Kane – Bayern Munich/England

The nominees for the 2023 Men’s Ballon d’Or are here! 🤩🏆

Plenty of Premier League representation! 👊 pic.twitter.com/VplS8vkZGD

— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) September 6, 2023

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The 2023 Yachine Trophy nominees, an award that acknowledges the best goalkeeper of the year within the framework of the annual Ballon d’Or ceremony, have been unveiled.

This prestigious accolade, named after the legendary former Soviet Union goalkeeper Lev Yashin, was introduced in 2019 as part of the expanded Ballon d’Or and has previously been claimed by notable keepers like Alisson, Gianluigi Donnarumma, and Thibaut Courtois.

Courtois, who secured the Yachine Trophy in 2022 after a triumphant season with Real Madrid in the Champions League, is once again among the nominees.

He is joined by a distinguished group of goalkeepers who have demonstrated exceptional prowess at either the club or international level over the past 12 months. Among them is Yassine Bounou, a key figure in Morocco’s historic journey to the World Cup semi-finals and a Europa League victor with Sevilla.

They are joined by Ederson and Andre Onana, who alternated in goalkeeping in the 2023 Champions League final and now play on opposite sides of the Manchester football divide. Aaron Ramsdale is well-known for his performance with Arsenal, and Emiliano Martinez of Aston Villa was a critical part of Argentina’s World Cup victory in December.

Yachine Tophy 2023 nominees

• Yassine Bounou – Sevilla/Al Hilal
• Ederson – Manchester City
• Mike Maignan – AC Milan
• Andre Onana – Inter/Manchester United
• Brice Samba – Lens
• Thibaut Courtois – Real Madrid
• Dominik Livakovic – Dinamo Zagreb/Fernbahce
• Emiliano Martinez – Aston Villa
• Aaron Ramsdale – Arsenal
• Marc-Andre Ter Stegen – Barcelona

Here are all the 2023 Yachine Trophy nominees
🇲🇦 Yassine Bounou @Alhilal_EN
🇧🇪 Thibaut Courtois @realmadrid
🇫🇷 Mike Maignan @acmilan
🇩🇪 Marc-André ter Stegen – @FCBarcelona
🇧🇷 Ederson @ManCity
🇦🇷 Emiliano Martinez @AVFCOfficial
🇨🇲 Andre Onana @ManUtd
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Aaron Ramsdale… pic.twitter.com/6urABZKYAp

— Ballon d'Or (@ballondor) September 6, 2023

When is the Yachine Trophy 2023 winner announced?

On October 30, at a presentation at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris, France, the Yachine Trophy will be given to the top young player in Europe.

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