Onana, only Inter: farewell to Cameroon at 26

The words of André Onana

André Onana at just 26 years old has announced his farewell to the Cameroon national team.

The Inter goalkeeper, after what happened in Qatar with his exclusion during the World Cup, made it official via social media: “It all started in Ngol Nkok, a small village where, from a very young age, my family passed on to me the values that identify the Cameroonian people. I understood that love for this country is eternal and that commitment is non-negotiable. I remember how we used to follow the games as a family. Only Cameroonians can understand what it means to us to see the Indomitable Lions play. It was then that I began to dream of one day wearing the national team jersey. And now, after endless hours of training, very long trips and a lot of perseverance, I can proudly say that I have realized my big dream.”

“Unfortunately, however, every story, no matter how beautiful, has an end. And mine with the Cameroon national team has come to an end. Players come and go, but Cameroon goes beyond people. Cameroon remains eternal and so does my love for the national team and for our people who have always supported us no matter how difficult the moment was. My heart remains Cameroonian and wherever I go I will hold the Cameroon flag high. I will continue to be a fan as the more than 27 million Cameroonians do at every game. Thank you to everyone who believed in me. The nation comes first and forever.”