Joel Matip is not motivated to come-Hugo Broos

The new coach of Cameroon Hugo Broos Thursday, March 10, 2016, released the list of players selected for the two matches with South Africa, which will account for the 3rd and 4th days of qualifying for the CAN 2017.

Unlike Volker Finke, his predecessor, the Belgian coach announced his list during a press conference he gave at the headquarters of the Cameroon Football Federation in Yaoundé yesterday. The former coach of JS Kabylie gave explanations on unexpected presences and absences.

About the return of Alexandre Song, Broos said he has met with the West Ham midfielder: “I was in London, and I discussed with Alexandre Song. I tried to convince him to return to the problems of World Cup 2014.He is a player of good qualities, But it is up to him to make the final decision. I want players who have the desire and motivation. ”, The coach said.

Alexandre Song will be back, Joel Matip, was not called. But Hugo Broos has informed reporters that Schalke 04 defender does not want to play for the Indomitable Lions. “I spoke with Joel Matip, and I feel that he was not motivated to come. For his case, he will remain with his European club. I want my players to be motivated and focused”, he said.

Broos also regretted the absence of Carlos Kameni. The goalkeeper of Malaga had a knee surgery this week and will be out of action for a month. “It is sad that Kamani not here, But we have three goalkeepers who are among the best at the moment ”, he responded.

Regarding the newcomer to the Lions, 19 years old Anatole Abang, the coach hinted that the New Red Bulls player pleaded in his favor. “I am thinking of the future; this is why I ‘ I called the young Abang. He can also fit in any lack of Choupo Moting Moukandjo or if both are not fully recovered ”, said Broos.