Lion’s Den Needs Cleansing

Cameroon’s national football squad, the indomitable Lions have been butted out of the 2019 African Nation’s Cup in Egypt. Playing at the Alexandria Stadium, the Lions were bashed by the Super Eagles of Nigeria 2 – 3. Though the Lions did put on a remarkable performance against Nigeria, their elimination was not surprising to many.

After the participation bonus wrangling that kept them for days without proper training, they arrived Ismailia with the determination of defending the trophy they won in 2017. With a 23-man squad, the five time winners of the trophy won one and played two draws against group favourite Ghana and little known Benin at the group stage.

The dismal performance ignited a lot of debate and criticism among sports gurus and fans who felt the team’s tactical play style was wanting. Apart from doubtful choices of players and replacements, coach Clarence Seedorf did not inspire confidence even during and after his pre-match conferences.  On the pitch, one could easily see that the team lacked cohesion, a master planner at the midfield and a goal poacher.

Though against Nigeria at the eight finals, the boys fought hard, a few tactical errors and lack of concentration played negatively against them. With such a performance, the outcome can only be disastrous. After four matches played, the current Afri...