Cameroon captain Stephane Mbia is raring to go ahead of Saturday’s Africa Cup of Nations clash with Guinea, having been suspended for his country’s opener.
The Sevilla midfielder was absent as Cameroon kicked off their tournament with a 1-1 draw against Mali – a result that left all four teams in Group D tied on one point after Guinea held Cote d’Ivoire to the same scoreline.
However, Mbia – who replaced the retired Samuel Eto’o as national captain last year – says that he is ready for action should he be called upon by coach Volker Finke.
“I do not feel any discomfort,” he told CRTV. “I’m ready for Saturday’s game against Guinea but do not forget that it is the coach who makes the choice over who makes the starting XI. It’s hard to watch a match from the bench. One
always wants to play, to help his team-mates.”
Guinea could also be boosted by the return of a key player, with Seydouba Soumah – their top scorer during qualifying – set for a place in Michel Dussuyer’s starting XI.
The two sides have only met on one previous occasion in this competition, with Guinea coming from two goals down to draw 2-2 in 1998.
Cameroon – one of the most successful teams in Afcon history, having won the competition on four occasions – will be eager to pick up maximum points this time around, though, with group favourites Cote d’Ivoire to come in the final round of fixtures.
Cameroon have not failed to qualify from the group stage since 1996 but would be in serious danger of going out should they lose on Saturday.
On the injury front, Eyong Enoh is likely to miss out for Cameroon after picking up a leg problem, while Guinea captain Kamil Zayatte (calf) is pushing for a return.
Goal.com
7 comments:
is he playing agains ghana or guinea or both?
The caption says "Ghana" but it's Guinea. The writeup that follows clearly states Guinea, so Canisia, people do make mistakes. Your question is out of place as it's provocative. Some degree of maturity is expected of us. Thank you
So sorry guys...in my mind I'm typing Guinea, but my fingers obviously developed a mind of their own. Note to self: always read a second and third time.
Cani..like dat ur sense of humor ..lol
Anon dear, thanks for having my back
I am sorry if my comment here appears to be provocative.i have so much respect for moity and appreciate her work.Every body makes mistake eventhough i didnt even realise it was a mistake she made.i am no football fan.was just confused about everything and that is why i asked the question.ONCE MORE I AM SORRY IF I OFFENDED ANYBODY HERE.
Hey Cani..No offense taken at all..I love your candid sense of humor.
Nothing wrong with pointing out a mistake. Moit, I like how diplomatic u are. Ur a good mama
Kind-hearted Moity. She's good to every one.
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