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With just days to go before the Indomitable Lions regroup for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, a first name is now official: Georges-Kévin Nkoudou has been called up. The Diriyah Club winger’s summons was confirmed by his Saudi club on social media, signalling that the former Marseille and Tottenham attacker will join camp in the coming days.

Cameroon opens September with two pivotal fixtures—Eswatini at home before a tricky away trip a few days later—yet the broader picture remains unclear. Head coach Marc Brys has not published the full squad or training schedule, leaving supporters refreshing feeds for updates while several players are “soft-confirmed” only via their clubs. Sources around the selection say the final list is expected this week, but the slow drip of information has already prompted questions about planning and communication.

Nkoudou’s inclusion offers an early clue to Brys’ attacking options. The winger’s pace, direct dribbling and end-product could be central against compact opponents, particularly at home where Cameroon needs a fast start to its qualifying campaign. Still, with roster clarity pending, key debates—from centre-forward hierarchy to midfield balance and full-back depth—remain unresolved.

For the federation and technical staff, the next few days are critical: finalize the group, lock the logistics, and set a crisp match-week plan. Cameroon enters these qualifiers with the talent to control its destiny; now it needs the organization to match the ambition.