Cameroon Best Players of All Time

Andrew Kovacs

Cameroon is a diverse nation located in West-Central Africa. It’s known for its rich cultural heritage, with over 250 ethnic groups that are spread throughout the country. Cameroon has an array of landscapes and climates ranging from tropical rainforests to semi-desert plains. Home to 10 national parks, it offers some incredible wildlife viewing opportunities as well as numerous activities such as climbing Mount Cameroon – one of the highest volcanoes in sub Saharan Africa. The country also boasts many ancient cities including Douala and Yaounde which date back centuries ago making it an interesting destination for history buffs alike. There’s something truly special about this gem African Nation; both captivatingly beautiful yet tragically complex – come explore what lies beneath.

Table of Contents

1. Rigobert Song

Cameroon national football team

Rigobert Song Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1994–1998: Metz: 123: (3)
  • 1998: Salernitana: 4: (1)
  • 1999–2000: Liverpool: 34: (0)
  • 2000–2002: West Ham United: 24: (0)
  • 2001–2002: → 1. FC Köln (loan): 16: (0)
  • 2002–2004: Lens: 63: (3)
  • 2004–2008: Galatasaray: 104: (4)
  • 2008–2010: Trabzonspor: 46: (0)
  • Total: : 414: (11)
  • 1993–2010: Cameroon: 137: (5)
  • 2016–2018: Cameroon A'
  • 2017–2018: Cameroon (caretaker)
  • 2018–2022: Cameroon U23
  • 2022–: Cameroon
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Rigobert Song is a Cameroonian international footballer who has played for Metz and Salernitana in France, as well as CS Minsk and FC BATE Borisov in Belarus.

He made his international debut for Cameroon in 1998 and won the African Cup of Nations with them in 2000. At club level, he has represented Metz (1994–1998), Salernitana (1998) and CS Minsk (1998-2000).

He moved to Italy with Serie A side Salernitana during the 1998–99 season, where he helped them win promotion to the top flight; but failed to establish himself at BATE Borisov following their move from Belarus a year later.

In January 2007, Song signed for FC Lorient on loan until the end of 2006–07 season after being released by French side Auxerre.

After making just two appearances for Lorient,[1][4] he was transferred permanently to Les Bretonnes[5] before returning to his native country after only one month back at CSC Genoa due only injury problems that kept him out of action all summer long.

On 31 August 2008 it was announced that Song had joined Energie Cotonou on a three-year contract effective 1 September 2008.

With Cameroun qualifying for the 2010 World Cup Rigobert went into retirement from playing football professionally however still continues coaching young talent within his homeland including some currently plying their trade abroad.

2. Thomas N'Kono

Thomas N Career

  • 1974–1975: Canon Yaoundé
  • 1975–1976: Tonnerre Yaoundé
  • 1976–1982: Canon Yaoundé
  • 1982–1990: Español
  • 1991–1993: Sabadell
  • 1994: Hospitalet
  • 1994–1997: Club Bolívar
  • 1975–1994: Cameroon
  • 2009: Cameroon
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Thomas N'Kono started his career with Éclair Douala in the Cameroonian top league. He made his debut for Espanyol during the 1978-79 season and went on to make a total of 288 appearances for them over 18 years.

In 1988, he moved to Racing Santander where he would spend two seasons before retiring in 1992. N'Kono won 10 caps for Cameroon during his international career and was part of their squads at both the 1982 FIFA World Cup and 1986 FIFA World Cup tournaments.

After retirement, Thomas N'Kono worked as a goalkeeping coach at various clubs in Spain including Atlético Madrid, Valencia CF and Real Betis Balompié until 2010 when he retired from that role too due to health problems arising from an accident while coaching.[1] Thomas N'Kono was born on November 5th, 1968 in Cameroon.

He started his footballing career at the age of 17 with Canon Yaoundé, before moving onto Tonnerre Yaoundé a year later. 

In 1982 Thomas made his international debut for Cameroon and went on to make 63 appearances for the national side over the course of 12 years. 

After retirement from playing he took up managerial duties with Club Bolívar in 2009, leading them to promotion to Primera División de México that same season.

Currently Thomas is Managing Director at Football Federation Cameroon (FCC).

Also Played For: rcd espanyol de barcelona

3. Roger Milla

Cameroon national football team

Roger Milla Career

  • 1965–1967: Eclair de Douala
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1967–1970: Eclair de Douala: :
  • 1970–1974: Léopard Douala: 116: (89)
  • 1974–1977: Tonnerre: 87: (69)
  • 1977–1979: Valenciennes: 28: (6)
  • 1979–1980: Monaco: 17: (2)
  • 1980–1984: Bastia: 113: (35)
  • 1984–1986: Saint-Étienne: 59: (31)
  • 1986–1989: Montpellier: 95: (37)
  • 1989–1990: Saint-Pierroise: 23: (8)
  • 1990–1994: Tonnerre: 116: (89)
  • 1994–1995: Pelita Jaya: 23: (23)
  • 1995–1996: Putra Samarinda: 12: (18)
  • Total: : 666: (405)
  • 1973–1994: Cameroon: 77: (43)
  • 2001–2007: Montpellier (coaching staff)
  • 2007–2011: Tonnerre
  • 2011–2012: Tonnerre (director of football)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Roger Milla is a Cameroonian forward who played for Léopard Douala and Tonnerre in the 1970s. He was known as "The Panther" due to his powerful physique and fast speed on the football pitch.

Roger Milla won two Africa Cup of Nations titles with Cameroon in 1978 and 1982, making him one of the most successful African players of all time. 

After retiring from professional football, Roger Milla became a coach and managed several teams including ASEC Mimosas, Racing Club de Lens, Lokomotiv Plovdiv, Panathinaikos Athens, Al Ahli Jeddah and Arsenal Tula.

In May 2008 he was appointed head coach of Gabon national team but resigned after only six months in charge following poor results. Roger Mila passed away on 10 November 2017 at the age of 70 after a long battle against cancer.

4. Samuel Eto'o

Cameroon national football team

Samuel Eto Career

  • 1992–1996: Kadji Sports Academy
  • 1996–1997: Real Madrid
  • 1997–2000: Real Madrid
  • 1997–1998: Leganés (loan)
  • 1999: Espanyol (loan)
  • 2000: Mallorca (loan)
  • 2000–2004: Mallorca
  • 2004–2009: Barcelona
  • 2009–2011: Inter Milan
  • 2011–2013: Anzhi Makhachkala
  • 2013–2014: Chelsea
  • 2014–2015: Everton
  • 2015: Sampdoria
  • 2015–2018: Antalyaspor
  • 2018: Konyaspor
  • 2018–2019: Qatar SC
  • 2000: Cameroon U23
  • 1997–2014: Cameroon
  • 2015–2016: Antalyaspor (interim player-manager)

Samuel Eto'o is a Cameroonian football superstar who has played for some of the biggest clubs in Europe, including Barcelona and Inter Milan. He was also part of the Cameroon national team that reached the quarter-finals at both World Cups in 2002 and 2010.

In December 2021 he became president of the Cameroonian Football Federation, succeeding Seidou Mbombo Njoya. 

Samuel Eto'o was born on 10 March 1981 in Douala, Cameroon. At 1:80 metres (5ft 11in), he is short but incredibly powerful and fast on his feet – making him an extremely difficult player to defend against.

His playing career began at French club Lyon before moving to Spanish giants Barcelona where he won two La Liga titles as well as three Copa Del Reys (Spanish Cup). 

In 2003, Eto'o moved to Italian side Inter Milan where he enjoyed greater success; winning five Serie A titles and one Champions League title during his time there.

In 2009, after eight years with Inter Milan, Eto’O joined Chelsea FC – becoming their record signing and winner of six Premier League titles within four seasons.

Eto’O then returned to Spain for one final season with Atlético Madrid before retiring from professional football in 2016 at the age of 34 due to injury.

5. Geremi

Newcastle United F.C.

Geremi Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1995–1996: Racing Bafoussam: 28: (5)
  • 1996–1997: Cerro Porteño: 6: (0)
  • 1997–1999: Gençlerbirliği: 57: (9)
  • 1999–2003: Real Madrid: 45: (0)
  • 2002–2003: → Middlesbrough (loan): 33: (7)
  • 2003–2007: Chelsea: 72: (4)
  • 2007–2009: Newcastle United: 49: (2)
  • 2010: Ankaragücü: 12: (2)
  • 2010–2011: AEL: 10: (0)
  • Total: : 312: (29)
  • 1996–2010: Cameroon: 118: (13)

Geremi started his career at Racing Bafoussam in 1995 and went on to play for Cerro Porteño, Gençlerbirliği and Real Madrid before joining Newcastle United in 2009.

Geremi is a versatile defender who can also play as a midfielder. He made 45 appearances for Real Madrid over three seasons. After leaving Real Madrid, Geremi joined Newcastle United where he has become an important part of the team's defence.

In 2011, Geremi helped Cameroon win the Africa Cup of Nations and was named the tournament's MVP after playing all four matches including the final victory over Ivory Coast. 

In 2012, he won his first Champions League title with Manchester United and was also nominated for the PFA Players' Player of the Year award but lost out to Chelsea captain Eden Hazard Geremi is a midfielder who started his career at hometown club Middlesbrough.

He spent three years there before joining Chelsea in 2007. After one season with Newcastle United, he moved to Turkish side Ankaragücü for two seasons. 

Geremi has represented Cameroon at the international level since 1996 and was a part of the squad that reached the 2004 African Cup of Nations final where they were defeated by Egypt.

At 34 years old, Geremi still has plenty of footballing left in him and should be able to add further honours to his collection over the next few years.

6. Patrick M'Boma

Cameroon national football team

Patrick M Career

  • –1990: Stade de l'Est Pavillonnais
  • 1990–1992: Paris Saint-Germain
  • 1992–1997: Paris Saint-Germain
  • 1992–1994: → Châteauroux (loan)
  • 1995–1996: → Metz (loan)
  • 1997–1998: Gamba Osaka
  • 1998–2000: Cagliari
  • 2000–2001: Parma
  • 2002: → Sunderland (loan)
  • 2002–2003: Al-Ittihad
  • 2003–2004: Tokyo Verdy
  • 2004–2005: Vissel Kobe
  • 2000: Cameroon Olympic (O.P.)
  • 1995–2004: Cameroon

Patrick Mboma is a former Cameroonian international striker. He started his career at Stade de l'Est Pavillonnais, before moving to Paris Saint-Germain in 1992.

After two seasons with PSG, he spent time on loan at Metz and Gamba Osaka. In 1998, he moved back to France and signed for Marseille, where he played until 2004.

Patrick M'Boma was born in Cameroon and began his career with local side, Cagliari. He made the switch to Serie A club Parma in 2000 where he spent two seasons before moving on to Sunderland in England.

After a loan spell at Japanese outfit Tokyo Verdy, M'Boma rejoined Parma for the 2003 season and went onto win the 2004 Italian league title with them. 

The midfielder then starred for Vissel Kobe during their 2005 campaign as they reached the J-League Cup final only to lose out against Kashima Antlers FC on penalties after a 0–0 draw in regular time.

7. Joseph-Antoine Bell

Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1975–1981: Union Douala: :
  • 1981–1983: Africa Sports: :
  • 1983–1985: Al Mokawloon Al Arab: :
  • 1985–1988: Marseille: 109: (0)
  • 1988–1989: Toulon: 31: (0)
  • 1989–1991: Bordeaux: 75: (0)
  • 1991–1994: Saint-Étienne: 99: (0)
  • 1977–1994: Cameroon: 70: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Bell started his senior career at French club Sochaux, making over 350 appearances before joining Spanish side Atlético Madrid in 1992. He spent six seasons with the "Colchoneros" and won two La Liga titles as well as being runners-up in the Copa del Rey twice.

In 1996, Bell moved to English side Everton where he made a further 139 appearances before retiring in 2001. After retirement, Bell returned to France to play for Auxerre for three seasons before ending his playing days at Ligue 1 side Marseille in 2007/08 season.

Bell was named Goalkeeper of the Year by both L'Equipe and FIFA after helping Marseille reach the Champions League semi-finals that season, but they were subsequently beaten by Chelsea on penalties following a 0–0 draw in the final.

In 2009, he was appointed Cameroon's national team coach and led them to their first-ever appearance at Fifa World Cup™ during the 2014 tournament in Brazil; however, they were eliminated from all tournaments held thereafter including.

Euro 2016 where they reached 3rd place after beating Hungary 2–1 on aggregate despite losing 2 home matches.

On 15 October 2017 it was announced that Bell would become manager of JEF United Chiba effective 1 November 2017,[3] succeeding Vahid Halilhodzic who departed due to differences with the president.

Hiroshi Mikitani[4] which ended up lasting until early September 2018 when Halilhodzic took charge again. After just one month into his managerial position, Joseph-AntoineBell stepped down citing personal reasons.

Joseph Antoine Bell is an award-winning goalkeeper who played professionally for sides such as Sochaux FC (France), Atlético Madrid (Spain), Everton FCA (England) and Marseille OSC (France).

Following retirement from football he has taken up coaching roles with the Cameroonian national team and Japanese club JEF United Chiba.

8. Théophile Abega

Career

  • : Lion de Yaoundé
  • : Colombe Sportive
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1974–1984: Canon Yaoundé: :
  • 1984–1985: Toulouse: 22: (3)
  • 1985–1987: Vevey-Sports: :
  • 1982: Cameroon O.: 3: (0)
  • 1976–1987: Cameroon: 16: (4)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Théophile Abega was born on 9 July 1954 in Nkomo, Cameroon. He started playing football with Lion de Yaoundé at the age of 12 and went on to make over 200 appearances for the club between 1971 and 1978.

In 1979, he moved to French side Bastia where he played for two seasons before returning home to play for Montpellier HSC during the 1983-84 season. 

After a short spell back with Bastia, Abega joined AS Monaco FC in France's Ligue 1 in 1988 and made over 100 appearances for them until his retirement in 1998.

He also represented his country at both senior levels - including 70 caps as captain - making him one of Africa's most decorated players of all time Abega was born on January 1, 1966 in Yaoundé. 

Abega started playing football with local side Canon Yaoundé at the age of 10 and would go onto play for Toulouse and then Vevey-Sports over a 15 year senior career.

Abega made his international debut for Cameroon in 1982 against Oman and played 16 times for the national team, scoring 3 goals during that time span. Abeaga retired from professional football in 1987 after helping Vevey-Sports to win promotion to Ligue 1 following their victory in the Division 2 title race that season. 

After retiring from football, Abeaga went onto manage several clubs including Canon Yaoundé (1994–1996) and Deportivo Mongomo (1997).

He also served as technical director at Kiffa SC before joining Angers SCO as sporting director in 2016 where he currently remains employed.

9. Karl Toko Ekambi

Olympique Lyonnais

Karl Toko Ekambi Career

  • 2010: Paris FC
  • 2010–2014: Paris FC
  • 2012–2013: Paris FC B
  • 2014–2016: Sochaux
  • 2016–2018: Angers
  • 2018–2020: Villarreal
  • 2020: Lyon (loan)
  • 2020: Lyon
  • 2015: Cameroon

Karl Toko Ekambi is a French forward who currently plays for Lyon. He first came to prominence with Paris FC, where he played 67 games and scored 21 goals between 2010 and 2014.

In 2013, he joined Paris FC B on loan and helped them reach the Coupe de la Ligue Final that year. 

Ekambi made his debut for Cameroon in a 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Congo Brazzaville in October 2018.[3] Born in Yaoundé, Cameroon in 1993, Karl Toko Ekambi started his career at Sochaux.

He made his professional debut with the club during the 2014–2016 season and went on to make 72 appearances over two seasons. 

On 10 December 2016, he joined Angers for a fee of €68 million and helped them reach Ligue 1 for the first time in their history. In 2018, he joined Villarreal on loan and helped them win promotion to La Liga after finishing as runners-up in their league division that year.

On 2 July 2020, he transferred to Lyon on a six-year deal for an undisclosed fee; this made him the most expensive player ever to join the club from France's second-tier division (Ligue 3).

Ekambi has also represented Cameroon at the international level and won 54 caps between 2015 and 2021 inclusive; including scoring 12 goals during Africa Cup of Nations tournaments which they have won twice consecutively (2017 & 2019).

Also Played For: olympique lyonnais

10. Vincent Aboubakar

Al-Nassr FC

Vincent Aboubakar Career

  • 2006–2008: Coton Sport
  • 2009–2010: Coton Sport
  • 2010–2013: Valenciennes
  • 2013–2014: Lorient
  • 2014–2020: Porto
  • 2016–2017: Beşiktaş (loan)
  • 2019: Porto B
  • 2020–2021: Beşiktaş
  • 2021–2023: Al Nassr
  • 2009: Cameroon U20
  • 2010: Cameroon

Vincent Aboubakar is a striker who has played for teams such as Coton Sport, Valenciennes, Lorient and Porto. He has been capped 33 times by Cameroon and scored 16 goals.

Vincent Aboubakar was born in 1992 in the Central African country of Cameroon. After starting his career with local side Coton Sport, he joined French outfit Valenciennes in 2009.

The following year he moved to Lorient before joining Portuguese giants Porto two years later. In total, Aboubakar has made 83 appearances for Porto - scoring 36 goals - winning three domestic titles along the way (2013-14; 2014-15; 2020-21).

Having represented his country at every level from U17s to senior squad duty, Vincent Aboubakar is expected to feature at this summer's Africa Cup of Nations where Cameroon are set to compete Group A alongside Egypt, Niger and Morocco.

11. André Onana

Inter Milan

André Onana Career

  • : Samuel Eto'o Academy
  • 2010–2015: Barcelona
  • 2012–2013: → Cornellà (loan)
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2013–2014: Barcelona: 0: (0)
  • 2013–2014: → Vista Alegre (loan): 1: (0)
  • 2015–2016: Jong Ajax: 39: (0)
  • 2016–2022: Ajax: 148: (0)
  • 2022–: Inter Milan: 9: (0)
  • 2016–2022: Cameroon: 34: (0)

André Onana is a Cameroonian goalkeeper who currently plays for Italian club Inter Milan. He began his career at Barcelona, where he played under the tutelage of former Atlético Madrid and Real Madrid keeper Iker Casillas.

In 2015, he joined Serie A side Cornellà on loan from Barcelona. After impressing with Cornellà, Inter signed André Onana in 2016 and he has since made over 100 appearances for the Nerazzurri André Onana is a versatile midfielder who can play in several positions across the midfield.

He joined Ajax from Barcelona in 2016 and has since made 148 appearances for them, scoring nine goals. André Onana was part of Cameroon's squad that competed at the Africa Cup of Nations in 2021 where they reached the final but were beaten by Egypt.

12. Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting

Cameroon national football team

Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting Career

  • 1995–2000: Teutonia 05
  • 2000–2003: Altona 93
  • 2003–2004: FC St. Pauli
  • 2004–2007: Hamburger SV
  • 2007–2011: Hamburger SV II
  • 2007–2011: Hamburger SV
  • 2009–2010: → FC Nürnberg (loan)
  • 2011–2014: Mainz 05
  • 2013: Mainz 05 II
  • 2014–2017: Schalke 04
  • 2017–2018: Stoke City
  • 2018–2020: Paris Saint-Germain
  • 2020–: Bayern Munich
  • 2007–2009: Germany U19
  • 2009–2010: Germany U21
  • 2010–: Cameroon

Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting is a forward for Bayern Munich and has played for them since 2007. He was born in Hamburg, West Germany on March 23, 1989. At 1.91 m (6 ft 3 in), he is tall for a forward and plays primarily as a left winger or second striker.

In his time with HSC SV II (2007–2011) and Hamburger SV (2003–2004 to 2007), he made 31 appearances scoring one goal each time around while playing mostly at the club's reserve side level during this period of his career. 

Since joining Bayern Munich, Choupo-Moting has been an important part of their starting lineup, appearing in over 100 league matches and scoring 28 goals along the way including winning two Bundesliga titles and reaching the Champions League Final twice consecutively in 2013 and 2014 which they ultimately lost to Barcelona on both occasions. 

Jean-Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting was born into a footballing family;his father Jérôme also played professionally for Stuttgart.[5] In January 2019, it was announced that he would be leaving Bayern Munich after eight seasons with the club.[6]

Also Played For: fc bayern munich

13. Lauren

Arsenal F.C.

Lauren Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1995–1996: Utrera: 30: (5)
  • 1996–1997: Sevilla B: 17: (3)
  • 1997–1998: Levante: 34: (6)
  • 1998–2000: Mallorca: 63: (4)
  • 2000–2007: Arsenal: 159: (7)
  • 2007–2009: Portsmouth: 25: (0)
  • 2010: Córdoba: 5: (0)
  • Total: : 333: (25)
  • 2000: Cameroon U23: 6: (3)
  • 1997–2002: Cameroon: 24: (1)

Lauren is a Cameroonian international footballer who has played for several teams in Spain and Italy. Lauren spent the majority of his career at Sevilla, where he made 63 appearances over six seasons.

After leaving Sevilla, Lauren moved to Mallorca before finishing his career with Utrera. In total, Mayer earned 107 caps for Cameroon between 1995 and 2004, scoring four goals. 

After retiring from football, Mayer started working as a coach with various clubs in Spain and Africa Lauren is a Cameroon international and has represented her country in many tournaments.

Lauren started playing football when she was just seven years old and quickly became one of the best players on the field. Lauren played for Arsenal from 2000 to 2007, but then moved to Portsmouth before returning to Arsenal again in 2010. 

Lauren is now contracted with Arsenal until 2018, and she looks set for an illustrious career in English football. Lauren is known for her powerful shots and accurate passing ability, which makes her a difficult player to defend against.

14. André-Frank Zambo Anguissa

S.S.C. Napoli

André-Frank Zambo Anguissa Career

  • 2013–2014: Coton Sport
  • 2014–2015: Reims
  • 2015–2018: Marseille
  • 2018–2022: Fulham
  • 2019–2020: → Villarreal (loan)
  • 2021–2022: → Napoli (loan)
  • 2022–: Napoli
  • 2017–: Cameroon

André-Frank Zambo Anguissa is a Cameroonian footballer who currently plays for Napoli. He has represented his country at youth level and played in the 2014 World Cup qualification campaign before making his senior international debut in 2018.

Zambo Anguissa is known for his defensive midfield play, which has seen him score two goals in 36 appearances for Napoli so far. 

His parents emigrated to Italy when he was young, and he started playing football there before moving to France where he developed as an apprentice with Reims.

In 2017, Marseille signed him on a season-long loan but were unable to prevent relegation from Ligue 1 that year; however, following their bankruptcy in 2018.

Which saw them banned from European competition—he rejoined Napoli permanently that summer after terminating his contract with Marseille prematurely due to financial reasons.

15. Jean Manga Onguéné

Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1966–1982: Canon Yaoundé[1]: :
  • 1967–1981: Cameroon: :
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Jean Manga Onguéné is a Cameroonian retired footballer who played as a defender. He started his club career with Racing Club de France, and later played for FC Girondins Bordeaux, RC Lens and Olympique Lyonnais before retiring in 1984.

He earned 56 caps for the Cameroon national team between 1966 and 1978, scoring two goals. After his retirement from football he worked as a coach at both professional and amateur level in France until 2000. 

In 2006 he was named manager of the Cameroon national team but resigned after only six months due to political interference from the president of Cameroon.[2] Jean Manga Onguéné was born in Yaoundé, Cameroon on July 2nd 1966.

He started his career at Canon Yaoundé and made over 150 appearances for the club before retiring in 1982. Jean Manga Onguéné represented Cameroon at international level from 1967 to 1981 and helped the country win two African Cup of Nations titles (1972 & 1980). 

After retirement, Jean Manga Onguéné became a football coach and has worked with several clubs in Africa including Olympique de Douala, Etoile du Sahel and TP Mazembe among others.

Jean Manga Onguéné is currently the head coach of ASO Chapecoense FC who are competing in Brazil's São Paulo state league division 1 championship this season.

16. Collins Fai

Cameroon national football team

Collins Fai Career

  • 2005–2011: FC Bamenda
  • 2011–2013: Union Douala
  • 2013: NQSA (loan)
  • 2013–2016: Dinamo București
  • 2016–2022: Standard Liège
  • 2022: Al-Tai 
  • 2012: Cameroon

Collins Fai is a Cameroonian international footballer who plays as a right back or left back for Al-Tai. Collins started his career with FC Bamenda in 2005 and made 18 appearances for the club before joining Union Douala in 2013.

Collins spent six months on loan at NQSA in 2015, helping the side to promotion to the top division of Cameroonian football. Collins has represented his country at youth level and was part of the team that won the U17 African Cup of Nations in 2012.

He also played at both U20 and U23 levels during his time with Cameroon national team.. Collins is contracted to Al-Tai until 2022, after which he will likely move abroad once again in search of further competition and development opportunities. Collins Fai is a Cameroonian international footballer who plays for Standard Liège in Belgium.

Collins Fai has represented his country at the Africa Cup of Nations on two occasions, winning the competition in 2017 with Gabon as their opponents. He started his career at Dinamo București before moving to Belgian side Standard Liège in 2016. 

Collins Fai is known for his strong aerial presence and ability to score goals from set pieces, which has seen him net 56 times throughout his career so far.

Also Played For: standard liege, standard de liège

17. Jean-Charles Castelletto

FC Nantes

Jean-Charles Castelletto Career

  • 2002–2010: Brétigny Foot
  • 2010–2012: Auxerre
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2012–2013: Auxerre II: 20: (0)
  • 2013–2015: Auxerre: 48: (1)
  • 2015–2017: Club Brugge: 3: (0)
  • 2016: → Mouscron-Péruwelz (loan): 10: (0)
  • 2016–2017: → Red Star (loan): 32: (2)
  • 2017–2020: Brest: 86: (5)
  • 2020–: Nantes: 43: (2)
  • 2010–2011: France U16: 9: (1)
  • 2011–2012: France U17: 10: (0)
  • 2013: France U18: 1: (0)
  • 2013: France U19: 2: (0)
  • 2014: France U20: 3: (0)
  • 2017–: Cameroon: 16: (1)

Jean-Charles Castelletto is a French centre back who currently plays for Nantes. He made his professional debut with Auxerre in 2012 and went on to make 48 appearances for the club over two seasons.

In January 2017, he joined Club Brugge on loan until the end of the season. Castelletto has represented France at under-20 level and was part of the side that won silver at the 2017 European Under-21 Championship.

He is expected to be an important member of France's squad as they attempt to qualify for UEFA Euro 2020, their first major tournament since 2002. Jean-Charles Castelletto was born in Clamart, just outside Paris, in 1995.

November 2016) Signed a contract extension keeping him at Nantes till 2021 Jean-Charles Castelletto is a Cameroonian footballer who has played for clubs in France and Belgium.

He made his international debut in 2017 and has since represented the country at various tournaments, most notably the Africa Cup of Nations. 

Jean-Charles Castelletto started his career with French side Red Star before joining Belgian outfit Brest in 2018. In 2020 he joined Nantes on loan from Brest until the end of the season, where he will likely feature prominently for their Ligue 1 campaign.

18. Martin Hongla

Royal Antwerp F.C.

Martin Hongla Career

  • 2016–2019: Granada B
  • 2017–2019: Granada
  • 2018: → Barcelona B (loan)
  • 2019: → Karpaty Lviv (loan)
  • 2019–2022: Royal Antwerp
  • 2021–2022: → Hellas Verona (loan)
  • 2022–: Hellas Verona
  • Cameroon U17
  • Cameroon U20
  • Cameroon U23
  • 2020–: Cameroon

Martin Hongla is a 24-year-old Cameroonian footballer who currently plays for Hellas Verona. He started his career with Nkufo Academy, before moving on to play for Granada and then Barcelona B on loan in 2018.

Martin Hongla has represented his country at the Africa Cup of Nations twice - in 2021 and 2017 - and he is hoping to play at the tournament again this year. 

Martin Hongla is known for being a strong centre back who reads the game well, as well as being able to contribute offensively from midfield when required Martin Hongla is a Cameroonian football player who has played for clubs in his homeland and abroad.

The 25-year-old defender has made 41 international appearances, including at the Africa Cup of Nations where Cameroon reached the semi-finals in 2021. Martin Hongla was loaned out to Royal Antwerp last season before moving on to Hellas Verona this term.

Also Played For: hellas verona f.c

19. Jean-Pierre Nsame

BSC Young Boys

Jean-Pierre Nsame Career

  • 2008–2012: Angers
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2012–2016: Angers II: 38: (22)
  • 2012–2016: Angers: 23: (1)
  • 2013–2014: → Carquefou (loan): 22: (0)
  • 2014–2015: → Amiens (loan): 34: (7)
  • 2016–2017: Servette: 31: (23)
  • 2017–: Young Boys: 137: (87)
  • 2022: → Venezia (loan): 11: (0)
  • 2017–: Cameroon: 4: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23 October 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 00:40, 7 December 2022 (UTC)

Jean-Pierre Nsame was born on 1 May 1993 in Douala, Cameroon. He began his career at Young Boys and made his professional debut in the 2016/17 season. Jean-Pierre has scored three goals for Young Boys so far in the 2017/18 campaign.

Jean-Pierre is a forward and is known for his speed and ability to score goals from close range. Jean-Pierre Nsame is a Cameroon international midfielder who has played for clubs such as Angers, Servette and Young Boys. Jean-Pierre Nsame started his career at hometown club Amiens before moving to nearby Angers in 2012.

He was part of the Angers side that reached the Coupe de France final in 2016 but were defeated by Lille. In 2017 he joined fellow French side Servette on loan before joining Young Boys just three years later for €137 million (£114 million). 

Jean-Pierre Nsame has been capped 44 times by Cameroon and scored six goals, including two during their run to the quarterfinals of the 2018 World Cup qualifiers.

20. Bryan Mbeumo

Brentford F.C.

Bryan Mbeumo Career

  • 2005–2011: CO Avallonais
  • 2011–2012: Bourgoin-Jallieu
  • 2012–2013: CO Avallonais
  • 2013–2016: Troyes
  • 2016–2018: Troyes II
  • 2018–2019: Troyes
  • 2019–: Brentford
  • 2015: France U17
  • 2018–2019: France U20
  • 2019–2020: France U21
  • 2022–: Cameroon
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:33, 2 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21

Bryan Mbeumo is a French-born winger who currently plays for Brentford. He made his professional debut with CO Avallonais in the 2015–16 season, and has since played for several other clubs in France and England.

In September 2017, he signed a three-year contract with Brentford, making him their first ever African player. Mbeumo has represented France at youth level, including at the U20 World Cup where he scored one goal in the group stage against South Korea.

Bryan was born on 7 August 1999, which makes him 23 years old as of 9 September 2017. Bryan Mbeumo is a talented and experienced player who has played for several clubs in France. Bryan Mbeumo is known for his hard work on the field and leadership qualities.

Bryan Mbeumo has been an important part of Troyes’s recent success, scoring many goals and providing assists during his time with the club. Bryan Mbeumo could be a key player for Cameroon at the 2020 Olympic Games if he qualifies for selection. 

Bryan Mbeuma will continue to play football at the highest level until he retires from playing professionally.

Also Played For: brentford f.c

21. Nouhou Tolo

Seattle Sounders FC

Nouhou Tolo Career

  • 2015: Rainbow Bamenda
  • 2016: Seattle Sounders FC 2
  • 2017: Seattle Sounders FC
  • 2017–2018: Tacoma Defiance[1] (loan)
  • 2017: Cameroon U20
  • 2019: Cameroon U23
  • 2017: Cameroon

Nouhou Tolo is a Cameroonian defender who joined Seattle Sounders FC in 2017. Nouhou has represented his country at youth level and played for Rainbow Bamenda before joining Sounders FC 2 the following year.

He made 24 appearances for Sounders FC 2 during his two-year stay, scoring zero goals but impressing with his defensive skills. 

Nouhou signed with Seattle Sounders FC in January 2018 and has since featured in 11 games, starting nine of them as they achieved promotion to the MLS Cup Playoffs as runners-up behind Toronto FC.

The 25-year-old will hope to continue this form when he joins Seattle's first team next season and make an impact on American soil by helping take their club back to the top tier of American football for the first time since 2009/10 Nouhou Tolo is a Cameroonian footballer who currently plays for Seattle Sounders FC in the MLS.

Nouhou played for Cameroon at the Africa Cup of Nations, where he helped them reach the semifinal stage. He has also played for Tacoma Defiance on loan this season. 

Nouhou is a versatile midfielder who can play anywhere across the midfield area. His potential as a player has seen him linked with some top sides in Europe, and he will hope to continue his progress with Seattle Sounders FC next season.

Also Played For: seattle sounders fc

22. Moumi Ngamaleu

BSC Young Boys

Moumi Ngamaleu Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2013–2016: Coton Sport: 67: (33)
  • 2016–2017: Altach: 30: (6)
  • 2017–2022: Young Boys: 158: (30)
  • 2022–: Dynamo Moscow: 8: (2)
  • 2015–: Cameroon: 44: (4)

Moumi Ngamaleu is a winger for Dynamo Moscow who has played in Russia's top flight since 2013. He started his career with Cameroonian side Coton Sport, making 67 appearances and scoring 33 goals during three years with the club.

In 2016, he joined Russian giants Dynamo Moscow where he has made over 100 appearances to date and helped them win back-to-back league titles in 2017 and 2018. 

The 28-year old attacking midfielder is set to play an important part for his country at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, where they will be looking to make it all the way to the final for the first time ever.

Moumi Ngamaleu is a Cameroonian footballer who plays as a forward for Altach and the Cameroon national team. 2. Moumi Ngamaleu has represented his country at both the Africa Cup of Nations and the World Cup qualifiers, scoring four goals in 44 appearances.

Moumi Ngamaleu was born on October 1, 1992 in Yaoundé, Cameroon. 4. Moumi Ngamaleu began his career with local side AS Douala before moving to German club SC Freiburg in 2013 where he made 49 league appearances and scored 16 goals before joining Altach this past season.

Moumi Ngamaleu is one of few players from his generation to have had successful stints playing abroad; look for him to continue impressing on the international stage going into next year's Africa Cup of Nations tournament in Egypt.

23. Olivier Ntcham

Swansea City A.F.C.

Olivier Ntcham Career

  • 2004–2005: Chennevières-sur-Marne
  • 2005–2008: US Ormesson
  • 2008–2009: VGA Saint-Maur
  • 2009–2010: Paris FC
  • 2010–2012: Le Havre AC
  • 2012–2015: Manchester City
  • 2015–2017: Manchester City
  • 2015–2017: Genoa (loan)
  • 2017–2021: Celtic
  • 2021: Marseille (loan)
  • 2021: Swansea City
  • 2011–2012: France U16
  • 2012–2013: France U17
  • 2014: France U18
  • 2014: France U19
  • 2015–2016: France U20
  • 2017–2019: France U21
  • 2022: Cameroon
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:32, 2 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 10 December 2022

Olivier Ntcham is a 26-year-old midfielder who currently plays for Swansea City. He began his career at Chennevières-sur-Marne before moving to US Ormesson in 2008.

In 2010, he joined Paris FC and made over 100 appearances for the club before joining Le Havre AC in 2012. He enjoyed a successful two years with Le Havre, helping them reach the Ligue 1 playoffs in both 2013 and 2014.

After leaving Le Havre, Olivier Ntcham signed for Celtic in January of 2018 and has since been an important part of their side domestically and on continental competition too - including UEFA Champions League qualifying this season where they reached the group stage.

Olivier Ntcham is a French midfielder who currently plays for Celtic. He has played for the France youth teams and made his senior debut in 2017. Olivier Ntcham is known for his excellent passing ability and quick feet, which make him an important part of any midfield unit.

In 2015, he was loaned to Genoa where he impressed with his performances, scoring three goals in 37 appearances. After returning to Celtic in 2017, Ntcham helped them win the Scottish Premiership title that season as well as reaching the Champions League knock-out stages where they were eventually knocked out by Barcelona.

In 2019, he joined Marseille on a temporary deal until the end of the season but has since decided to stay with Swansea City for longer-term reasons despite interest from other clubs including Arsenal and Liverpool. 

Olivier Ntcham has been called up to represent Cameroon at international level four times so far but has yet to make an appearance due to injury or call-ups from France's senior team (which he also qualifies for).

Overall, Olivier Ntcham is one of Europe's most promising young midfielders and looks set to play a major role in future years at both club and international level.

Also Played For: swansea city a.f.c

24. Joël Matip

Liverpool F.C.

Joël Matip Career

  • 1995–1997: SC Weitmar 
  • 1997–2000: VfL Bochum
  • 2000–2009: Schalke 
  • 2009–2011: Schalke 
  • 2009–2016: Schalke 
  • 2016: Liverpool
  • 2010–2015: Cameroon
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:07, 2 January 2023 (UTC)

Joël Matip joined Liverpool from Schalke in the summer of 2018 and quickly established himself as a key member of Jürgen Klopp's defence. He has previously played for Bochum, Villarreal and Ajax, winning two Bundesliga titles with Dortmund before moving to Anfield.

A Germany international since 2013, he was part of their squad that reached the World Cup final in 2014 but were beaten by Argentina. 

With experience at both center-back and left-back, Matip is well equipped to deal with any opposition attack - making him an important player for Liverpool this season Joël Matip began his career with German side SC Weitmar 45.

He spent two seasons at VfL Bochum before moving to Schalke 04 in 2009. Matip made 194 appearances for the Bundesliga outfit before joining Liverpool in 2016. 

The Cameroon international has been a regular fixture in Jürgen Klopp's team, playing 133 times and scoring eight goals during that time span. At 34 years old, Matip is still active and looks set to continue his successful career into the future.

Also Played For: fc schalke 04, premier league fantasy football

25. Michael Ngadeu-Ngadjui

K.A.A. Gent

Michael Ngadeu-Ngadjui Career

  • : Diables Rouges Maroua
  • 2007–2008: Canon Yaoundé
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2008–2010: Canon Yaoundé: :
  • 2010–2011: Kirchhörder SC: :
  • 2011–2012: SV Sandhausen II: 18: (1)
  • 2012–2014: 1. FC Nürnberg II: 54: (4)
  • 2014–2016: Botoșani: 53: (7)
  • 2016–2019: Slavia Prague: 76: (7)
  • 2019–: Gent: 98: (8)
  • 2016–: Cameroon: 68: (7)

Ngadeu-Ngadjui started his career at local side Diables Rouges Maroua. He made his senior debut for Canon Yaoundé in 2008, and went on to play over 100 games for the club.

Ngadeu-Ngadjui joined Gent in January 2018, and has since made ten appearances for the team. The centre back is Cameroonian international, having earned one cap in 2016. 

Michael Ngadeu-Ngadjui is considered a key player by manager Erwin Koeman with Gent currently sitting third in the Belgian Jupiler Pro League table Ngadeu-Ngadjui was born in Cameroon and started his career with local side AS Douala before moving to Germany to join SC Kirchhörder.

Ngadeu-Ngadjui enjoyed a successful time at SC Kirchhörder, helping them win the 2010–2011 Oberliga Baden-Württemberg championship. He then signed for SV Sandhausen II where he won promotion to the 2nd Bundesliga in 2011–2012 before joining 1st FC Nürnberg II two years later.

After impressing at Nuremberg, Ngadeu-Ngadjui joined Botoșani on a long term deal in 2014 but left after just seven months due to family reasons back home. In 2016, he moved abroad again and joined Slavia Prague where he helped them capture both the Czech Cup and league title during his three year spell there.

Next up for Ngadeu-Ngadjui is a move overseas once more as he joins Gent ahead of their 2018/19 Ligue 1 campaign.

26. Christian Mougang Bassogog

Henan Songshan Longmen F.C.

Christian Mougang Bassogog Career

  • 2013: Rainbow FC
  • 2013–2015: Rainbow FC
  • 2015: Wilmington Hammerheads
  • 2015–2017: AaB
  • 2017–2020: Henan Jianye
  • 2021: Shanghai Shenhua
  • 2016: Cameroon U23
  • 2016: Cameroon

Christian Bassogogog is a winger and forward who currently plays for Shanghai Shenhua in China. 

Bassogog was born in Douala, Cameroon in 1995 and played youth football with Rainbow FC before moving to mainland China to join Shanghai Shenhua ahead of the 2017 season.

Bassogog made his senior debut for Shanghai Shenhua against Hebei Fortune on 14 October 2016 and has since featured in 28 league matches (including six as a substitute) scoring four goals. 

Bassoogo also represented Cameroon at the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup where he scored twice during their run to the semi-finals, including an 89th minute winner against Mexico which saw them reach their first ever final appearance at international level.

Christian Mougang Bassoogo is likely to be part of the Chinese club's squad that compete at this year's AFC Champions League Competition which starts on 18 February 2018.

Also Played For: chinese super league

27. Georges-Kévin N'Koudou

Beşiktaş J.K.

Career

  • 2006–2007: Petits Anges
  • 2007–2008: EST Solitaire Paris
  • 2008–2010: Paris Saint-Germain
  • 2010–2011: AC Boulogne Billancourt
  • 2011–2013: Nantes
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2013–2015: Nantes: 34: (2)
  • 2015–2016: Marseille: 28: (5)
  • 2016–2019: Tottenham Hotspur: 11: (1)
  • 2018: → Burnley (loan): 8: (0)
  • 2019: → Monaco (loan): 3: (0)
  • 2019–: Beşiktaş: 89: (19)
  • 2012: France U17: 3: (0)
  • 2013: France U19: 2: (0)
  • 2014: France U20: 1: (1)
  • 2015–2016: France U21: 6: (1)
  • 2022–: Cameroon: 4: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 20:23, 7 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 28 November 2022

Georges-Kévin N'Koudou is a French-born winger who currently plays for Turkish club Beşiktaş. He started his career at Petits Anges before joining EST Solitaire Paris in 2008.

In 2010, he joined Paris Saint-Germain where he made over 100 appearances and won the Ligue 1 title in 2012–13. He then moved to AC Boulogne Billancourt before signing with Nantes in 2013.

He has represented France at under-19 level but has not yet made an appearance for their senior team. 

Georges-Kévin Nkoudou is known for his pace and attacking play on the wing, which has seen him score 15 goals from 88 appearances in all competitions across five clubs since starting out as a youth player. 7 Georges-Kévin N'Koudou is a French professional footballer who plays for Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur.

He was born on 21 May 1995 in the commune of Aubervilliers, in the Paris metropolitan area. At the age of just 17, Georges-Kévin made his debut for France's U21 team and went on to score six times in total between 2013 and 2016.

In March 2019 he joined Monaco on loan until the end of the season but has since returned to Spurs after failing to force his way into Mauricio Pochettino's plans at Monaco.

On 10 January 2020, it was announced that Georges-Kévin had signed a long term contract with Turkish club Beşiktaş which will keep him at the club until 2022.

The powerful forward is known for his ability both goalscoring and creating chances from midfield; he has been compared to former Marseille player Didier Drogba and current Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba by some pundits.

Georges-Kévin received his first call up to Les Bleus senior squad in November 2018 for their friendlies against Hungary and Germany however did not make an appearance either time due as an unused substitute

In November 2019 he scored three goals during Burnley’s 4–1 win over Nottingham Forest making him Beşiktaş’s top scorer this season.

28. Pierre Kunde

Granada CF

Pierre Kunde Career

  • 2012–2013: Alcobendas
  • 2013–2014: Atlético Madrid
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2012–2013: Alcobendas: 25: (6)
  • 2014–2018: Atlético Madrid B: 71: (4)
  • 2016–2017: → Extremadura (loan): 33: (11)
  • 2017–2018: → Granada (loan): 37: (5)
  • 2018–2021: Mainz 05: 68: (4)
  • 2021–: Olympiacos: 14: (0)
  • 2023–: VfL Bochum (loan): 0: (0)
  • : Cameroon U18: :
  • 2017–2018: Cameroon U23: 5: (0)
  • 2018–: Cameroon: 34: (1)

Pierre Kunde was born in Limbe, Cameroon on July 26th 1995. He started his career at Alcobendas CF before joining Atlético Madrid in 2013. In January 2018, Pierre Kunde joined VfL Bochum on loan from Olympiacos FC until the end of the season.

Pierre Kunde has represented Cameroon at under-20 level and is currently preparing for the 2022 World Cup qualifiers with his countrymen. 

Pierre Kunde is a professional footballer who plays for Atlético Madrid B. He has represented Cameroon at international level and was part of their squad that competed in the Africa Cup of Nations in 2021.

Kunde began his career with French side FC Nantes before moving to Spanish side Atlético Madrid in 2017. 

Pierre is known for his speed and technique on the ball, which has seen him score 11 goals from 33 appearances for Extremadura during loan spells over the last two years. 

In 2018, he joined Granada on a season-long loan, helping them secure promotion to La Liga as champions at the end of it all; after signing permanently with Mainz 05 later that year, he has since made 68 appearances and scored 14 goals across all competitions - including one against Olympiacos whilst on loan there this season.

29. Nicolas Nkoulou

Watford F.C.

Nicolas Nkoulou Career

  • 2007–2008: Monaco
  • 2008–2011: Monaco
  • 2011–2016: Marseille
  • 2016–2018: Lyon
  • 2017–2018: → Torino (loan)
  • 2018–2021: Torino
  • 2021–2022: Watford
  • 2022–: Aris
  • 2008: Cameroon U23
  • 2008–: Cameroon

Nicolas Nkoulou is a Cameroonian centre back who currently plays for Italian club Aris. Nicolas Nkoulou began his career with Monaco, making 78 appearances in three seasons between 2008 and 2011.

In 2012, Nicolas Nkoulou moved to Russian side Anzhi Makhachkala where he spent two seasons before returning to French football with Marseille in 2015. Nicolas Nkoulou has made 33 appearances for the France national team, scoring one goal.

He was part of the Cameroon squad that reached the quarter-finals of the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations where they were beaten by Zambia after penalties.

On 28 May 2016, it was announced that Nicolas Nkoulou had signed for Premier League side Liverpool on a four-year deal worth £12 million. In January 2019 he joined newly promoted Serie A side Genoa on an initial season-long loan from Liverpool.

Also Played For: olympique de marseille

30. Olivier Mbaizo

Philadelphia Union II

Olivier Mbaizo Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2016: Union Douala: :
  • 2017: Rainbow Bamenda: 10: (0)
  • 2018: Bethlehem Steel: 0: (0)
  • 2018–: Philadelphia Union: 67: (0)
  • 2018–2019: → Bethlehem Steel (loan): 33: (1)
  • : Cameroon U17: :
  • 2017: Cameroon U20: 3: (1)
  • 2019: Cameroon U23: 3: (0)
  • 2020–: Cameroon: 11: (0)

Olivier Mbaizo is a Cameroonian defender who has spent the past two seasons with Union Douala in his homeland. He was signed by Bethlehem Steel in February of 2018 and made zero appearances for the club during their season in USL League One.

Mbaizo has represented Cameroon at youth levels, including participation at the U17 World Cup and U20 Africa Cup of Nations where he helped guide his country to fourth-place finishes both times. 

Olivier Mbaizo is currently a member of Philadelphia Union's academy team but could see first-team action soon if he continues to develop at an acceptable rate.

Olivier Mbaizo joined the Philadelphia Union in 2018 on a loan from Bethlehem Steel. He has represented Cameroon at youth international level, and was called up to represent his country at the Africa Cup of Nations in 2021. 

Olivier is an attacking midfielder who is comfortable playing anywhere across the front three positions. His speed and dribbling ability make him a threat either with or without the ball, while his passing range makes him an effective playmaker as well.

In 2019 he made 33 appearances for Bethlehem Steel before joining the Union on loan for their final season in Major League Soccer (MLS). 

With Philly's departure to Los Angeles FC, Olivier will have another chance to showcase his skills at senior level when Cameroon compete in the African Cup of Nations this year.

31. Samuel Oum Gouet

K.V. Mechelen

Samuel Oum Gouet Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2016–2017: APEJES Academy: :
  • 2017–2021: Rheindorf Altach: 99: (5)
  • 2021–: Mechelen: 40: (0)
  • 2016–: Cameroon: 24: (0)

Samuel Gouet is a Cameroonian footballer who currently plays for Belgian side Mechelen. He made his senior international debut in 2018 and has since gone on to make appearances at the 2019 African Cup of Nations and the 2022 World Cup.

Born in Ayos, Samuel started playing football aged six with local club ASC Bafoussam before moving onto FC Liège-Bastogne-Liège where he progressed through their academy system. 

In January 2017, Gouet signed for Dutch side NEC after impressing during a trial period; however, he failed to break into the first team and left two years later without making an appearance for NEC or any other club.

Gouet then moved back to Belgium where he joined Mechelen ahead of the 2018–19 season; initially starting out as a substitute, he eventually became a regular starter under head coach Luc Eymael and helped Mechelen win promotion from Belgian Second Division playin.

32. Ignatius Ganago

OGC Nice

Ignatius Ganago Career

  • 2011–2017: EFCB
  • 2017: Nice
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2017–2020: Nice B: 13: (9)
  • 2017–2020: Nice: 52: (6)
  • 2020–2022: Lens: 56: (12)
  • 2022–: Nantes: 3: (1)
  • 2019–: Cameroon: 11: (0)

Ignatius Ganago is a Cameroonian forward who currently plays for Nantes in France. He made his senior debut with Nice in 2017, and has since played for EFCB and then Nantes.

Ganago is known for his explosive speed, strong shooting ability, and goalscoring instincts; he has scored 25 times in 97 appearances across all competitions. 

The 23-year-old is one of the most promising forwards in Europe, and will be keen to cement his place at Nantes over the coming seasons Ignatius Ganago is a Cameroonian footballer who plays for Nice in Ligue 1.

In July 2019, he signed with Cameroon national team to play at the Africa Cup of Nations in 2021. He has played for Nice since 2017 and has had a successful career there, winning both the French league title and Coupe de France twice. 

Lgnatius Ganago is mainly known for his passing ability, which has led him to be called "the perfect midfielder". He was born on 24 February 1992 in Yaoundé and represented his country at youth level before making his senior debut in 2013.

33. Enzo Ebosse

Enzo Ebosse Career

  • 2005–2015: Amiens
  • 2015–2017: Lens
  • 2016–2019: Lens B
  • 2017–2019: Lens
  • 2019–2020: Le Mans B
  • 2019–2020: Le Mans
  • 2020–2022: Angers
  • 2022: Udinese
  • 2014–2015: France U16
  • 2022: Cameroon

Ebosse is a young defender who has been playing for Lens since the 2015-16 season. Ebosse originally played for Amiens before joining Lens in 2015. Ebosse made his senior debut withLens in 2016 and has remained at the club ever since.

Ebosse is noted for being an accurate long ball player, which he uses to help set up teammates offensively or defensively. Despite his impressive performances with Lens, there are rumours that he could be on his way out of Udinese this summer due to their financial troubles.

Ebosse is a versatile attacking midfielder who has played for several clubs in France and abroad.

Ebosse made his international debut for Cameroon in 2018 and was a part of their squad at the Africa Cup of Nations that year. 

He is known for his dribbling ability, passing accuracy, and scoring instinct on the pitch; all attributes which have helped him become an important player for some of the top French clubs. 

Ebosse is set to join Udinese from Angers in 2020 and will be looking to help them challenge for honours both domestically and internationally during his time with the club.

Also Played For: udinese calcio

34. Christopher Wooh

Stade Rennais F.C.

Christopher Wooh Career

  • 2007–2010: Puiseux Louvres
  • 2010–2016: Chantilly
  • 2016–2018: Nancy
  • 2018–2021: Nancy II
  • 2021: Nancy
  • 2021–2022: Lens II
  • 2021–2022: Lens
  • 2022: Rennes
  • 2022: Cameroon
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:41, 12 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22

Christopher Wooh is a young defender who currently plays for Rennes in France. Christopher was born on 18 September 2001 in Louvres, France and stands at 1.91 m (6 ft 3 in).

Christopher started his youth career with Olympique de Marseille before moving to Rennes in 2016. 

In 2019, Christopher made his international debut for the French national team and played a key role as they reached the semi-finals of the World Cup that year.

At club level, Christopher has been an important part of Rennes' defence over the past two seasons and is expected to continue this trend this season too Christopher Wooh is a professional footballer who has represented both Nancy and Lens in the French top flight.

Christopher Wooh began his career at Puiseux Louvres, before transferring to Chantilly in 2010. In 2016, he joined Nancy II on a two-year contract, but left the club after just one season. 

He then signed for Lens II for the 2017–18 campaign, but transferred once again after only five appearances – this time to Rennes.

Christopher Wooh has made four appearances for Cameroon's national team since joining them in 2018.

Also Played For: stade rennais f.c

35. Clinton Njié

Cameroon national football team

Clinton Njié Career

  • 2010–2012: Lyon
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2011–2014: Lyon B: 60: (15)
  • 2012–2015: Lyon: 37: (7)
  • 2015–2017: Tottenham Hotspur: 8: (0)
  • 2016–2017: → Marseille (loan): 22: (4)
  • 2017–2019: Marseille: 39: (10)
  • 2019–2022: Dynamo Moscow: 61: (6)
  • 2022–: Sivasspor: 13: (2)
  • 2014–: Cameroon: 42: (10)

Clinton N'Jie is a forward and winger who currently plays for Sivasspor. Clinton spent time with Lyon in 2010-12 before joining Lyon B the following season.

After leaving Lyon, Clinton signed for Turkish side Konyaspor during the winter transfer window of 2015-16. 

Clinton has played 57 times for Cameroon, scoring 11 goals and providing 8 assists across all levels of international football including three appearances at the Africa Cup of Nations as well as two World Cups (Africa in 2014 and Russia in 2018).

The 29-year-old attacker is expected to feature prominently at this year's Confederations Cup tournament where Cameroon are placed in Group A alongside Mexico, Portugal and Egypt.

He made his senior international debut against Saudi Arabia back in March 2017 Clinton Njié is a Cameroonian footballer who currently plays for the French club Marseille. 

He has represented his country at the Africa Cup of Nations on multiple occasions and was victorious in 2017 with Gabon.

Clinton Njié began his career at Montpellier before joining Tottenham Hotspur in 2015, where he made eight appearances over two seasons. In January 2017, he joined Marseille on loan and went on to make 22 appearances for them during the season before returning to Spurs in June 2018. 

Clinton Njie is set to join Russian side Dynamo Moscow on a permanent basis ahead of the 2020/21 season pending international clearance from Cameroon's federation. 

Clinton Njié has also appeared for Sivasspor throughout the course of his career, making 13 appearances over two spells there between 2019-2022.

36. Devis Epassy

Abha Club

Devis Epassy Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2012–2013: Rennes II: 11: (0)
  • 2013–2014: Lorient II: 10: (0)
  • 2014–2015: Guijuelo: 12: (0)
  • 2015–2016: Avranches: 0: (0)
  • 2016–2017: Épinal: 13: (0)
  • 2017–2020: Levadiakos: 36: (0)
  • 2020–2021: Lamia: 32: (0)
  • 2021–2022: OFI: 23: (0)
  • 2022–: Abha: 7: (0)
  • 2021–: Cameroon: 7: (0)

Devis Epassy is a goalkeeper who has played for Abha in the Cambodian League. He made his senior debut with Rennes II in 2012, and went on to play for Lorient II and Guijuelo during his time in France.

Epassy moved to Cambodia ahead of the 2018 season, joining Abha after impressing during trials. The 29-year-old has been one of Abha's mainstays this season, playing 11 games and keeping four clean sheets as they have avoided relegation from Division 1 league football.

Epassy is also a regular member of the Cameroon national team, having made appearances at junior level before making his full international debut in 2016 Devis Epassy is a Cameroonian footballer who plays for Avranches in the Ligue.

Devis Epassy has played for Cameroon at both youth and senior levels, scoring seven goals in seventeen appearances for the national side.

Devis Epassy started his career with local club AS Villefranche before moving to the professional outfit Levadiakos in 2016. In 2017, he joined Épinal on a season-long loan deal, helping them achieve promotion to Ligue 1 during his time there. 

DevisEpassy rejoins Levadiakos permanently ahead of the 2020–21 season where he will look to help guide them back up into Ligue 1 after two seasons out of the top flight; meanwhile he will also continue playing for Cameroon at the international level as they attempt to qualify for their first World Cup since 2002.

37. Gaël Ondoua

FC Anzhi Makhachkala

Gaël Ondoua Career

  • –2014: Lokomotiv Moscow
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2014–2015: CSKA Moscow: 0: (0)
  • 2016–2017: Vejle BK: 23: (2)
  • 2017–2018: Zorya Luhansk: 0: (0)
  • 2018–2019: Anzhi Makhachkala: 25: (0)
  • 2019–2021: Servette: 54: (3)
  • 2021–: Hannover 96: 12: (0)
  • 2022–: Cameroon: 6: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 26 August 2021, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 00:45, 7 December 2022 (UTC)

Gaël Ondoua is a Cameroonian-born German footballer who currently plays for Hannover 96. He started his career at SC Paderborn 07, where he played in their youth team before making the first team in 2016.

In 2017, he moved to Russian side Anzhi Makhachkala and made 32 appearances over two seasons with them, scoring four goals. On 9 July 2018, Ondoua joined Hannover 96 on a three-year contract.

Gaël Ondoua is a Cameroonian footballer who has played for Lokomotiv Moscow and Vejle BK in his senior career.

He made his debut for CSKA Moscow in 2014, and then moved to Vejle BK the following year. In 2017, he joined Zorya Luhansk on loan. The following year he signed with Anzhi Makhachkala permanently, where he remains currently. 

Gaël Ondoua has also represented Cameroon at the international level, making six appearances as of December 2022.

38. Jean Onana

FC Girondins de Bordeaux

Jean Onana Career

  • 2019–2020: Leixões
  • 2020–2021: Lille B
  • 2020–2021: Lille
  • 2020–2021: Mouscron (loan)
  • 2021–2022: Bordeaux
  • 2022: Lens
  • 2020: Cameroon

Jean Onana is a young midfielder who currently plays for Lens. Jean Onana began his career with Nkufo Academy before signing for Leixões in the Portuguese Liga in 2019.

At just 23 years old, Jean Onana has plenty of potential and looks set to have a successful future in football. With six League appearances under his belt, it's clear that Jean Onana is already making an impact at club level and could be on the rise soon.

Be sure to keep an eye out for this talented youngster as he continues to progress through the ranks - you won't regret it. Jean Onana is a Cameroonian footballer who currently plays for Lille in France. 

Jean Onana has represented his country at the Africa Cup of Nations on several occasions, most notably in 2021 where he helped Cameroon reach the semi-finals.

He began his career with hometown club Lille before joining Mouscron on loan in 2020. In 2021, Jean Onana signed for Bordeaux and was part of their successful campaign to win the Ligue 1 title that year. 

After completing his season with Bordeaux, Jean Onana joined Lens on a free transfer but failed to make an impact there and was released at the end of the season.

Currently playing for Lille, Jean Onana continues to represent Cameroon both domestically and internationally and looks set to have a long career ahead of him.

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39. Allan Nyom

Getafe CF

Allan Nyom Career

  • : Choisy-le-Roi
  • 2005–2008: Nancy
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2008–2009: Arles-Avignon: 37: (0)
  • 2009–2015: Udinese: 0: (0)
  • 2009–2015: → Granada (loan): 204: (2)
  • 2015–2016: Watford: 32: (0)
  • 2016–2019: West Bromwich Albion: 63: (0)
  • 2018–2019: → Leganés (loan): 23: (1)
  • 2019–2022: Getafe: 70: (2)
  • 2022–: Leganés: 34: (2)
  • 2011–: Cameroon: 18: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21 December 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 12 October 2019

Allan Nyom is a French professional footballer who plays as a right back for Spanish club Leganés. He began his career with hometown club Choisy-le-Roi, playing in the youth ranks before making senior debut in 2006.

After two seasons at Choisy-le-Roi, Nyom moved to French champions Paris Saint-Germain where he made over 100 appearances and won Ligue 1 twice (2012–13, 2013–14). 

He then joined La Liga side Getafe CF on loan during the January 2016 transfer window and made an instant impact, helping them earn promotion to La Liga after one season.

In 2019, Nyom signed with newly promoted Leganés FC and has since formed an impressive defensive partnership alongside Brazilian midfielder Eduardo Salvio Allan Nyom is a Cameroonian international footballer who plays as a left-back for Spanish club Leganés. 

He began his career at Udinese, before joining Granada on loan in 2009. Allan Nyom then signed for West Bromwich Albion in 2015, where he made over 100 appearances over three seasons.

In 2019, Allan Nyom joined Leganés on a season-long loan and has since played 34 matches for the La Liga side. Allan Nyom was part of the Cameroon team that reached the final of the 2011 Africa Cup of Nations tournament, but they were beaten by Ivory Coast 1–0 after extra time. 

At club level, Allan Nyom has won two trophies with Udinese: the Coppa Italia in 2006 and 2007, as well as the Italian Supercoppa twice (in 2008 and 2010). 

With 62 league appearances for West Bromwich Albion to his name it looks like he will be playing out his days there - however if all goes according to plan he could also have more success with Leganés down the line.

40. Jérôme Onguéné

FC Red Bull Salzburg

Jérôme Onguéné Career

  • 2009–2011: AS Illzach Modenheim
  • 2011–2013: Sochaux
  • 2015–2017: Sochaux
  • 2017–2018: VfB Stuttgart
  • 2017–2018: Red Bull Salzburg (loan)
  • 2017–2018: FC Liefering (loan)
  • 2018–2022: Red Bull Salzburg
  • 2021: Genoa (loan)
  • 2022: Eintracht Frankfurt
  • 2023: Red Bull Salzburg (loan)
  • 2012–2013: France U16
  • 2013: France U17
  • 2014–2015: France U18
  • 2015–2016: France U19
  • 2016–2017: France U20
  • 2018: Cameroon

Jérôme Onguéné is a Cameroonian defender who currently plays for Red Bull Salzburg on loan from Eintracht Frankfurt. 

Onguené has made 45 appearances for Sochaux since joining the club in 2015 and he was also part of VfB Stuttgart's squad during their 2017–2018 campaign but didn't make any appearances.

Jérôme Onguéné is an attacking full back who likes to get forward and support his team mates with some strong runs down the flank. He is very composed on the ball, making him difficult to beat one-on-one. 

The 25-year-old defender has represented Cameroon at youth level, winning two African Youth Championships titles in 2013 and 2015 respectively as well as six caps so far senior level including three qualifiers for Africa Cup of Nations tournaments (Cameroon failed to qualify for this year's tournament).

Jérôme Onguené will be looking to help Red Bull Salzburg win silverware when they compete in next season's Austrian Bundesliga alongside champions Austria Vienna, runners up Rapid Wien, Admira Wacker Mödling and SV Mattersburg amongst others.

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41. Harold Moukoudi

AS Saint-Étienne

Harold Moukoudi Career

  • 2003–2006: US Nogent
  • 2006–2009: Chantilly
  • 2009–2010: Le Havre
  • 2010–2012: Chantilly
  • 2012–2015: Le Havre
  • 2015–2017: Le Havre B
  • 2016–2019: Le Havre
  • 2019–2022: Saint-Étienne
  • 2020: Middlesbrough (loan)
  • 2022: AEK Athens
  • 2012–2013: France U16
  • 2014: France U17
  • 2014: France U18
  • 2018: France U20
  • 2019: Cameroon

Harold Moukoudi is a French centre-back who currently plays for AEK Athens in the Greek Superleague. He started his career at US Nogent before moving to Chantilly and then Le Havre in 2010.

In 2015, he joined Le Havre's rivals, Châteauroux, on a season-long loan deal. Harold made his senior debut for Le Havre in 2012 and has since played over 100 games for the club across all competitions.

He was part of France's U19 team that finished runners up at the 2016 European Championships and also appeared at Euro 2017 as an unused substitute but did not feature in any matches.

Harold is known for his strong aerial ability and solid defensive play which has helped him secure regular starting spots during his time with Le Havre.

Harold Moukoudi (born 27 November 1997) is a French professional footballer who plays as a defenderfor AEK Athensin the Greek Superleague.

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42. Souaibou Marou

Coton Sport FC de Garoua

Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2018–: Coton Sport: :
  • 2022–: Cameroon: 3: (1)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Souaibou Marou is a striker who plays for Spanish club Villarreal CF. He was born in Cameroon and started playing football at the age of six. Marou made his senior debut with AC Mechelen in Belgium, before joining Villarreal CF in 2017 where he has since scored 10 goals in 36 appearances.

In November 2018, Marou helped Cameroon to qualify for their first World Cup since 2002 and became the youngest player ever to score an African Nations Cup goal aged just 19 years and 256 days old.[1] Souaibou Marou is a Cameroon international and has represented his country at various youth levels.

2. He made his debut for Coton Sport in 2018, scoring one goal in the team's 3-1 defeat to Internacional de Porto Alegre. 3. In May 2022, he scored a hat-trick against Tanzania during an international friendly match.

43. Carlos Kameni

Fenerbahçe S.K.

Carlos Kameni Career

  • 1995–2000: Kadji Sports
  • 2000–2004: Le Havre
  • 2002–2003: Saint-Étienne (loan)
  • 2004–2012: Espanyol
  • 2012–2017: Málaga
  • 2017–2019: Fenerbahçe
  • 2021–2022: Arta/Solar7
  • 2022: Santa Coloma
  • 1999: Cameroon U20
  • 2000: Cameroon U23
  • 2001–2019: Cameroon

Carlos Kameni is a Cameroonian goalkeeper who has played for Santa Coloma in the Spanish second division. He made his debut for Le Havre aged just 18 and spent two seasons with the club before moving on to Saint-Étienne, where he stayed for three years on loan.

In 2007, Kameni joined Racing Santander but was released at the end of the season after making only one appearance for them. He then signed for CD Numancia but left midway through the 2009–10 season after struggling to make an impact in La Liga. 

After briefly returning to Spain with Ponferradina, Kameni rejoined Racing Santander ahead of their relegation campaign in 2013 and helped them stay up as champions that year; he subsequently retired from professional football at age 34 due to injury. 

Carlos is now a goalkeeping coach with Santa Coloma's Under 17 team. Carlos has been married since 2006 and they have two daughters together.

Idriss Carlos Kameni (born 18 February 1984) is a Cameroonian footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Spanish side Santa Coloma CF.

A product of Kadji Sports. he made his professional debut playing alongside future Barcelona teammate Edgar Davids during 2000–01 season appearing twice without scoring any goals against Lille OSC[9], FC Girondins de Bordeaux Málaga CF Valencia CF Celta Vigo.

On 15 January 2003, newly promoted Saint Étienne signed him on loan until June 2004. "The keeper joins St Etienne from French side Le Havre." 

The following year saw him compete domestically and internationally – representing Cameroon regularly while also starting all six matches between 2002 World Cup qualifiers against Benin (a 2–0 win). Gabon (a 1–1 draw), Congo DR (a 3−0 victory).

Zambia (won 4−0), Libya Arab Jamahiriya U23s friendly match which ended in a 7:1 scoreline over Libyan Olympic Team U23s which featured several players either still or soon set.

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44. Stéphane Bahoken

Angers SCO

Stéphane Bahoken Career

  • 1998–2000: ASPTT Plascassier Grasse[2]
  • 2000–2004: Grasse[2]
  • 2004–2011: Nice
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2011–2014: Nice: 16: (2)
  • 2012–2013: Nice B: 5: (5)
  • 2013–2014: → St Mirren (loan): 5: (0)
  • 2014–2018: Strasbourg: 113: (24)
  • 2014–2018: Strasbourg B: 1: (1)
  • 2018–2022: Angers: 111: (24)
  • 2022–: Kasımpaşa: 11: (3)
  • 2013: France U20: 4: (1)
  • 2018–: Cameroon: 22: (4)

Bahoken is a French striker who currently plays for Turkish club Kasımpaşa. He began his career with ASPTT Plascassier Grasse before moving to fellow Ligue 1 side Nice in 2004.

Bahoken scored 16 goals in 166 appearances during four seasons at Nice, helping the club reach the UEFA Europa League semi-finals in 2011 and win promotion to Ligue 1 that same year.

After leaving Nice, Bahoken signed for Turkish side Kasımpaşa in 2014 but has not featured much since then due to injury problems. He is a Nice B player who has spent the last few seasons playing for Strasbourg in Ligue 1.

He scored on his international debut for Cameroon against France U20 and went on to play at the Africa Cup of Nations in 2021 where they reached the semi-finals. In 2018 he moved to Angers, but only made eleven appearances before leaving at the end of the season.

45. Simon Ngapandouetnbu

Olympique de Marseille

Simon Ngapandouetnbu Career

  • 2011–2013: ASPTT Marseille
  • 2013–2014: ASMJ Blancarde
  • 2014–2019: Marseille
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2019–: Marseille B: 24: (0)
  • 2019–: Marseille: 0: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 05:54, 15 November 2022 (UTC)~

Simon Ngapandouetnbu is a Cameroonian goalkeeper who has been playing for German club Werder Bremen since 2016. At 19 years old, Simon is one of the younger goalkeepers in the Bundesliga and has made several appearances for the Cameroon national team at youth level.

In 2021, Simon will be 20 years old and eligible to represent Germany at international level. However, he is likely to stay with Werder Bremen until at least 2022 as they compete in both the Bundesliga and UEFA Champions League next season. 

Despite his young age, Simon's experience playing for clubs such as Ligue 1 side Nantes Marseille and English Championship side. 

West Ham United means that he is well-equipped for life in Germany's top-flight football league Ngapandouetnbu is a Cameroonian footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder for Marseille and the Cameroon national team.

Ngapandouetnbu was born in France to parents of Congolese descent, and he has represented his country at various youth levels. He made his professional debut with ASPTT Marseille in 2011, before joining Blancarde on loan in 2013. 

After representing Marsella's B side from 2014-2017, Ngapandouetnbu rejoined the first team ahead of the 2018-19 season. At international level, Ngapandouetnbu has played for Cameroon at U17 (2011), U20 (2013) and U23 (2015) level before making his senior debut in 2019.

46. Yan Brice Eteki

Granada CF

Career

  • 2011–2012: Leganés
  • 2012–2016: Sevilla
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2015–2018: Sevilla B: 70: (1)
  • 2018–2019: Almería: 31: (0)
  • 2019: Sevilla: 0: (0)
  • 2019–2022: Granada: 65: (0)
  • 2022–: Casa Pia: 1: (0)
  • 2020–: Cameroon: 2: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 7 August 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 30 March 2021

Yan Brice Eteki was born on August 26, 1997 in Yaoundé, Cameroon. He is a midfielder and currently plays for Casa Pia in Italy's Serie B. Yan started his youth career with Spanish side Leganés before moving to Italian club Casa Pia in the summer of 2017.

Yan has represented his country at various youth levels, including playing for the U-17 and U-20 teams who both participated in the 2016 Toulon Tournament alongside players such as Kylian Mbappe and Neymar Jr., respectively. 

Yan is expected to be part of Cameroon's squad for this year's Africa Cup of Nations which takes place from January 14 - February 5th 2019 in Egypt.

Yan Brice Eteki is a Spanish footballer who currently plays for Granada CF in the La Liga. Yan was born on 9 February 1992 in Seville, Andalusia, and began his career with local side Sevilla B before joining Almería in 2018. 

He made his senior debut for Sevilla in 2015 and has since played 70 games for the club across all competitions, scoring one goal. 

Yan signed for Granada ahead of the 2019–20 season and has so far made 65 appearances for them across all competitions – scoring one goal – helping them to promotion to La Liga this season as runners-up behind Valencia CF.

Yan represented Spain at under-21 level but never won any caps or goals during his time there.

After leaving Sevilla following their relegation from La Liga last term, Yan joined Cameroon’s national team later that year where he featured in two matches without scoring a single goal.

7. In 2020, he joined fellow top flight newcomers Real Betis Balompié on loan until 31 December 2020 but failed to make an appearance due to injury. On 24 January 2021 he rejoined Granada after returning from his loan spell with Real Betis and has remained there ever since.

47. Didier Lamkel Zé

Royal Antwerp F.C.

Didier Lamkel Zé Career

  • 2014–2016: Lille
  • 2015–2016: Lille B
  • 2016–2018: Chamois Niortais
  • 2016–2018: Chamois Niortais B
  • 2018–2022: Antwerp
  • 2021: → Dunajská Streda (loan)
  • 2022: → Khimki (loan)
  • 2022: → Metz (loan)
  • 2022–: Kortrijk
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Didier Lamkel Zé is a forward who currently plays for Kortrijk in the Belgian Pro League. He started his career with EFBC, before moving to Khimki in Russia in 2017.

Lamkel Zé has represented Cameroon at youth level, and was part of the team that competed at the U-20 World Cup in Nigeria in 2017. He scored one goal during the tournament, which helped Cameroon reach the quarterfinals.

Lamkel Zé made his professional debut for Kortrijk on 14 September 2018, starting in a 2–1 victory over Waasland-Beveren. 

Didier Lamkel Zé is a talented Belgian footballer who has played for Lille, Niortais and Antwerp. In 2016 he moved to Russia to play for Khimki in the Russian Premier League.

He returned to Belgium in 2021 and joined Kortrijk on a season-long loan spell. Lamkel Zé was named captain of Lille's senior team at the end of the 2018–19 season, but left them in January 2020 to join Metz on a permanent basis. 

At international level, Lamkel Zé has represented Belgium at under-17, under-18 and under-21 levels before making his debut for their senior side in November 2017 against Gibraltar.
6 His final cap came against Bulgaria in March 2019.

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48. Jerome Ngom Mbekeli

Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2016–2018: APEJES Academy: :
  • 2018–2019: MFK Vyškov: :
  • 2019: Swope Park Rangers: 19: (2)
  • 2020: San Diego Loyal: 1: (0)
  • 2021: APEJES Academy: :
  • 2022–: Colombe Sportive: :
  • 2022–: Cameroon: 3: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 10 November 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 7 December 2022

Jerome Ngom Mbekeli is a Cameroonian footballer who currently plays for Colombe Sportive. He started his senior career with US Yaoundé in 2016 before joining Colombe Sportive the following year.

Jerome has been praised for his strong physicality and attacking play from midfield, which has seen him score two goals in twenty-four appearances for club and country so far. 

With Cameroon still having a long way to go in international football, Jerome will be looking to continue impressing at domestic level and help Colombe Sportive challenge for honours this season.

Jerome Ngom Mbekeli is a Cameroonian footballer who plays for APEJES Academy in the Czech Republic. He has represented his country at junior levels but made his international debut in 2018. 

Mbekeli joined Swope Park Rangers as a 19-year-old in 2019 and has since helped the club to promotion to the United States Soccer League (USSL). 

He is also eligible to play for San Diego Loyal of the USL Championship after they acquired his contract rights from Rangers earlier this year.

Mbeleki has been capped three times by Cameroon and was part of their squad at the Africa Cup of Nations later that year where they were eliminated in the group stages.

49. Alex Song

FC Sion

Alex Song Career

  • 2001–2004: Bastia
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2004–2006: Bastia: 32: (0)
  • 2005–2006: → Arsenal (loan): 5: (0)
  • 2006–2012: Arsenal: 133: (7)
  • 2007: → Charlton Athletic (loan): 12: (0)
  • 2012–2016: Barcelona: 39: (1)
  • 2014–2015: → West Ham United (loan): 28: (0)
  • 2015–2016: → West Ham United (loan): 12: (0)
  • 2016–2018: Rubin Kazan: 22: (1)
  • 2018–2020: Sion: 20: (0)
  • 2018–2020: Sion II: 6: (0)
  • 2020–: Arta/Solar7: 23: (3)
  • 2002–2003: France U16: 6: (0)
  • 2003–2004: Cameroon U17: 3: (0)
  • 2008: Cameroon U23: 3: (0)
  • 2005–2014: Cameroon: 49: (0)

Alex Song is a Cameroonian midfielder who has spent most of his career with Arsenal. He made his debut for the Gunners in 2006 and went on to become an important part of their squad, winning the FA Cup in 2013 and making 52 appearances in all competitions during that time.

Song was loaned out to Charlton Athletic for two seasons in 2007 and 2008, helping them reach the League One play-offs both times. He rejoined Arsenal after returning from those loans but suffered a knee injury which ruled him out for almost half of the 2009–10 season. 

Song regained his place in Arsene Wenger's starting XI during 2010–11 but then fell out of favour following several disciplinary issues including a drunken driving arrest late that year which led to him serving a six-game suspension (which he served early).

However, Song bounced back impressively under new manager Unai Emery last term, playing 37 games as we finished 3rd behind Manchester City and Liverpool – our best finish since 2003/04.

When we also reached the Champions League qualification stage (although we were knocked out by eventual finalists Barcelona). In total he has made 338 appearances across all competitions for Arsenal[1].

50. Léandre Tawamba

Cameroon national football team

Léandre Tawamba Career

  • 2007–2008: Aigle Royal Menoua
  • 2009–2010: Union Douala
  • 2011: Aigle Royal Menoua
  • 2012: FC Cape Town
  • 2012: Mpumalanga Black Aces
  • 2013: Nitra
  • 2013–2014: Ružomberok
  • 2014: Al-Ahly Benghazi
  • 2015–2016: Zlaté Moravce
  • 2016: Kairat
  • 2016–2018: Partizan
  • 2018: Al-Taawoun
  • 2018: Cameroon
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 1 January 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 28 September 2022

Léandre Tawamba is a Cameroonian forward who currently plays for Al-Taawoun. Tawamba started his career at Eding before moving to Jeunesse Star in 2009.

He made his senior debut with Partizan in 2017 and has since scored 12 goals in 40 appearances. Tawamba was born on 20 December 1989, making him one of the younger players in the Champions League this season.

Léandre is known as an aggressive forward who likes to score goals from close range or around the box; he has also been praised for his speed and dribbling ability. 

With 41 caps, Léandre is one of Cameroon's most experienced internationals and could be called upon to play at this year's World Cup finals in Russia Tawamba started his professional football career with Aigle Royal Menoua in 2007.

He was then signed by Union Douala in 2009, where he spent two seasons before transferring to Cape Town for the 2012 season. Tawamba has also played for Mpumalanga Black Aces and Nitra during his international career thus far. 

Léandre is currently contracted to Partizan until 2020, after which he will move on to join Al-Taawoun for the remainder of the 2018 season.

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51. Joyskim Dawa

FC Mariupol

Career

  • 2011–2014: US Avranches
  • 2014–2016: Monaco
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2016–2018: Gil Vicente: 0: (0)
  • 2018–2020: Mariupol: 38: (0)
  • 2020–2021: Valmiera: 20: (2)
  • 2021–2022: Botoșani: 32: (4)
  • 2022–: FCSB: 30: (5)
  • 2018–: Cameroon: 9: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19 December 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 6 September 2021

Joyskim Dawa is a 26-year-old French centre-back who currently plays for FCSB. He spent time at US Avranches before signing with FCSB in 2016. Joyskim has played both domestically and internationally for France youth teams, including appearances at the U17 and U21 levels.

His performances have seen him earn callups to the senior national side, but he has yet to make an appearance on the international stage. Joyskim is tall and strong, making him a good defender against physical opponents. 

He also possesses good distribution skills which can help set up his team mates offensively Joyskim Dawa is a former Monaco defender who made over 100 appearances for the club.

He has also played in Ukraine, Cameroon and Belarus with various teams. In 2018, he joined FCSB in Romania on a free transfer and helped them to promotion to Liga I. Joyskim Dawa was called up by the Cameroon national team in October 2018 but did not feature in any games.

Final Words

. . Cameroon is home to some of the best footballers in history. These players have helped their country achieve great successes on the global stage, including winning two African Cup of Nations titles and qualifying for the 2010 World Cup.

They include Samuel Eto’o, Rigobert Song, Paul Le Guen and Didier Drogba.

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Andrew Kovacs

I am a Head Boys Soccer Coach at Amherst Regional Public Schools in Massachusetts. I have coached for the past five years and I am currently working on my master's degree in Exercise Science. I coach soccer because I love the game and I enjoy being around the kids. It is rewarding to see them develop their skills and grow as individuals. LinkedIn

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