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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Cameroon: Alleged resignation, Marc Brys speaks out in a video
Marc Brys Cameroon made headlines again this Wednesday, July 23. While FECAFOOT announced the resignation of head coach Marc Brys, the man himself sent a letter to deny the claim. The Belgian tactician has once again addressed the situation in a video statement. It was an unprecedented and completely surreal situation this Wednesday. Cameroon once again found itself at the center of controversy. FECAFOOT released a statement claiming that coach Marc Brys had decided to step down, even publishing the letter allegedly sent by the Belgian manager. Hours later, Marc Brys responded with a statement, firmly denying that he had resigned. The coach could only accuse FECAFOOT of fabricating the letter out of thin air. Locked in a dispute with the federation led by Samuel Eto'o since his appointment, Brys once again addressed the media in a video message. "I was surprised by what was published. I have not resigned. I don't see why I would do so. There is no need for it. I live in Greece, so I couldn't have signed that letter. Once again, I am still the coach of Cameroon. We're focused on the future and on the World Cup qualifiers. We want to prepare well and provide the best conditions for the players. We've qualified for AFCON, and we have a lot of work ahead. I hope the fans will support us for these two major events. Thank you for focusing on Cameroonian football. We will do our best," said the Belgian coach.
The Guardian
4 days ago
- Sport
- The Guardian
Cameroon head coach claims email was hacked, denies he has resigned
Marc Brys has denied he has quit as coach of Cameroon despite the country's football federation confirming his exit on Wednesday, as the Belgian said his email was likely hacked and his alleged resignation letter did not come from him. It is the latest twist in a long-running battle between Brys and the Cameroon Football Federation (Fecafoot) since his appointment by the country's sports ministry in April 2024. A letter dated 21 July, supposedly from Brys to the sports ministry and FECAFOOT, said he had made the decision to terminate his contract 'due to the non-payment of my remuneration and that of my staff for more than 60 days.' When the letter came into the public domain on Wednesday, FECAFOOT said in a statement they had noted the resignation and would 'implement a coordinated response to mitigate the impact of this vacancy at the head of the national team's technical staff.' However, Brys later said in a letter to the sports ministry that his email had likely been hacked, and that he had not resigned. Cameroon's sports ministry confirmed that Brys remained in his role. FECAFOOT has not responded to the coach's denial. It comes five months before the Africa Cup of Nations finals in Morocco and with Cameroon's qualification for the 2026 World Cup undecided. Brys has had a testy relationship with FECAFOOT president Samuel Eto'o since taking the job last year, but his position is funded by the Ministry of Sports and Physical Education. Cameroon have been drawn in a group with defending champions Ivory Coast, Gabon and Mozambique at the December 21-January 18 finals of the AFCON. They are now second in their qualifying pool for next year's World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada, a point behind Cape Verde with four rounds remaining. Only the top team automatically earns their place at the finals, with Cameroon set for a crunch tie away against Cape Verde in September. The qualification campaign will conclude in October.
The Guardian
5 days ago
- Sport
- The Guardian
Cameroon head coach claims email was hacked, denies he has resigned
Marc Brys has denied he has quit as coach of Cameroon despite the country's football federation confirming his exit on Wednesday, as the Belgian said his email was likely hacked and his alleged resignation letter did not come from him. It is the latest twist in a long-running battle between Brys and the Cameroon Football Federation (Fecafoot) since his appointment by the country's sports ministry in April 2024. A letter dated 21 July, supposedly from Brys to the sports ministry and FECAFOOT, said he had made the decision to terminate his contract 'due to the non-payment of my remuneration and that of my staff for more than 60 days.' When the letter came into the public domain on Wednesday, FECAFOOT said in a statement they had noted the resignation and would 'implement a coordinated response to mitigate the impact of this vacancy at the head of the national team's technical staff.' However, Brys later said in a letter to the sports ministry that his email had likely been hacked, and that he had not resigned. Cameroon's sports ministry confirmed that Brys remained in his role. FECAFOOT has not responded to the coach's denial. It comes five months before the Africa Cup of Nations finals in Morocco and with Cameroon's qualification for the 2026 World Cup undecided. Brys has had a testy relationship with FECAFOOT president Samuel Eto'o since taking the job last year, but his position is funded by the Ministry of Sports and Physical Education. Cameroon have been drawn in a group with defending champions Ivory Coast, Gabon and Mozambique at the December 21-January 18 finals of the AFCON. They are now second in their qualifying pool for next year's World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada, a point behind Cape Verde with four rounds remaining. Only the top team automatically earns their place at the finals, with Cameroon set for a crunch tie away against Cape Verde in September. The qualification campaign will conclude in October.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Soccer-Marc Brys denies he has quit as Cameroon coach
By Amindeh Blaise Atabong HT Image YAOUNDE (Reuters) -Marc Brys has denied he has quit as coach of Cameroon despite the country's football federation confirming his exit on Wednesday, as the Belgian said his email was likely hacked and his alleged resignation letter did not come from him. It is the latest twist in a long-running battle between Brys and the Cameroon Football Federation (FECAFOOT) since his appointment by the country's sports ministry in April 2024. A letter dated July 21, supposedly from Brys to the sports ministry and FECAFOOT, said he had made the decision to terminate his contract "due to the non-payment of my remuneration and that of my staff for more than 60 days." When the letter came into the public domain on Wednesday, FECAFOOT said in a statement they had noted the resignation and would "implement a coordinated response to mitigate the impact of this vacancy at the head of the national team's technical staff." However, Brys later said in a letter to the sports ministry that his email had likely been hacked, and that he had not resigned. Cameroon's sports ministry confirmed that Brys remained in his role. FECAFOOT has not responded to the coach's denial. It comes five months before the Africa Cup of Nations finals in Morocco and with Cameroon's qualification for the 2026 World Cup undecided. Brys has had a testy relationship with FECAFOOT president Samuel Eto'o since taking the job last year, but his position is funded by the Ministry of Sports and Physical Education. Cameroon have been drawn in a group with defending champions Ivory Coast, Gabon and Mozambique at the December 21-January 18 finals of the AFCON. They are currently second in their qualifying pool for next year's World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada, a point behind Cape Verde with four rounds remaining. Only the top team automatically earns their place at the finals, with Cameroon set for a crunch tie away against Cape Verde in September. The qualification campaign will conclude in October. (Writing by Nick SaidEditing by Christian Radnedge and Toby Davis)
Straits Times
5 days ago
- Sport
- Straits Times
Marc Brys denies he has quit as Cameroon coach
YAOUNDE - Marc Brys has denied he has quit as coach of Cameroon despite the country's football federation confirming his exit on Wednesday, as the Belgian said his email was likely hacked and his alleged resignation letter did not come from him. It is the latest twist in a long-running battle between Brys and the Cameroon Football Federation (FECAFOOT) since his appointment by the country's sports ministry in April 2024. A letter dated July 21, supposedly from Brys to the sports ministry and FECAFOOT, said he had made the decision to terminate his contract "due to the non-payment of my remuneration and that of my staff for more than 60 days." When the letter came into the public domain on Wednesday, FECAFOOT said in a statement they had noted the resignation and would "implement a coordinated response to mitigate the impact of this vacancy at the head of the national team's technical staff." However, Brys later said in a letter to the sports ministry that his email had likely been hacked, and that he had not resigned. Cameroon's sports ministry confirmed that Brys remained in his role. FECAFOOT has not responded to the coach's denial. It comes five months before the Africa Cup of Nations finals in Morocco and with Cameroon's qualification for the 2026 World Cup undecided. Brys has had a testy relationship with FECAFOOT president Samuel Eto'o since taking the job last year, but his position is funded by the Ministry of Sports and Physical Education. Cameroon have been drawn in a group with defending champions Ivory Coast, Gabon and Mozambique at the December 21-January 18 finals of the AFCON. They are currently second in their qualifying pool for next year's World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada, a point behind Cape Verde with four rounds remaining. Only the top team automatically earns their place at the finals, with Cameroon set for a crunch tie away against Cape Verde in September. The qualification campaign will conclude in October. REUTERS
