Joachim Mununga, assistant coach of Cameroon, was absent from the technical area during a World Cup qualifying match against Eswatini due to a disagreement with FECAFOOT. Despite Mununga’s claims of no conflict, head coach Marc Brys expressed dissatisfaction with the absence of his assistant. Mununga is currently not under contract with the team, which raises concerns within the coaching staff as tension grows between FECAFOOT and the Minister of Youth and Sports.
The absence of Joachim Mununga, the assistant coach of Cameroon’s national football team, during a recent FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Eswatini has raised eyebrows. Reports indicate that Mununga was excluded from the technical area following a disagreement with the Cameroonian Football Federation (FECAFOOT). This absence comes despite Mununga’s previous assertions of no conflict with FECAFOOT.
In a statement to state broadcaster CRTV, Mununga emphasized his commitment to serving both the head coach, Marc Brys, and the national team: “I have known (head coach Marc) Brys for a long time. He also trained me but I am here to challenge him. My ambition is to serve Cameroon, the coach and the players.”
Head coach Marc Brys expressed his frustration over Mununga’s exclusion from the technical area, stating, “I cannot work with people I do not know and who are less competent. I need my assistant. (…) It is my right. I am the head coach, and I decide who should be on the bench, just like in other countries.” Brys underlined the importance of his assistant in executing his game strategy.
Although Mununga has been contributing to the technical team, he is not officially contracted with the national team. Monthly salaries for the coaching staff are funded by the Cameroon government, yet Mununga has yet to finalize any contractual agreement. The ongoing tension between FECAFOOT and Mununga has led the Cameroonian Minister of Youth and Sports to advocate for his presence in the technical area, highlighting the ongoing discord within the management of Cameroonian football.
The situation surrounding Joachim Mununga’s absence during the match against Eswatini illustrates the underlying tensions within Cameroon’s football administration. Despite his dedication to the team, Mununga’s lack of a formal contract and ongoing disagreements with FECAFOOT may hinder the effectiveness of the coaching staff. The call from the Minister of Youth and Sports reinforces the need for clarity and cooperation among all parties involved in Cameroonian football.
Original Source: www.panafricafootball.com
