Coach Rigobert Song of the Indomitable Lions addressed the media in a pre-match press conference in Abidjan, providing insights into various aspects of the upcoming crucial clash against Nigeria.
Regarding Samuel Eto’o’s involvement and speculations about interference, Coach Song clarified, “I am and remain the coach of the Indomitable Lions. I take responsibility for all choices.
The president is in his role, and I am in mine. He is passionate. He loves his work. If he goes down to the locker room, it’s not to impose anything. Despite being president today, he remains passionate.”
On the topic of goalkeepers and the decision to alternate between them, Coach Song emphasized, “Cameroon is a country which has always had great goalkeepers.
Today we also have two good goalkeepers. Playing time is shared. I don’t have a problem with my goalkeepers. All my goalies are competitive and then the choices are made.”
Regarding the preparation for facing Nigeria, Coach Song stated, “We know what we have to do and where we have to go. So today I think we are well-prepared.
We always remain in the perspective of not giving in. We started slowly and are gradually building up. Tomorrow’s match is sure to be another match.”
On the issue of conceding goals, Coach Song acknowledged, “We have already conceded 6 goals, and tomorrow we will find the formula to not concede. We will try to put Nigeria in difficulty and fight to continue the competition.”
Regarding his tenure as coach, Coach Song expressed, “For the moment, I think I’m still under contract. I remain focused on what I have to do, and then we’ll see what happens next. I am focused on tomorrow.”
In his general appraisal of Nigeria, Coach Song emphasized, “We want to keep making history. Nigeria is a very good team. We have played against them severally.
The matches against them were never easy. This is a team to take seriously. What I know is what my players are ready for. A victory is necessary to continue the competition.”
The press conference provided valuable insights into Coach Rigobert Song’s perspective, team dynamics, and strategic approach as Cameroon gears up for the decisive clash against Nigeria.
