In a formal letter addressed to the Minister of Sports and Physical Education, Prof Narcisse Mouelle Kombi, and dated July 23, 2025, Brys expressed shock at the public circulation of a resignation letter allegedly sent by him to the Cameroon Football Federation, FECAFOOT, asserting that he neither authored nor submitted any such correspondence.
The head coach of the Indomitable Lions, Marc Brys, has firmly denied reports of his resignation, calling the circulating resignation letter a fabrication stemming from a possible email hack. In a formal letter addressed to the Minister of Sports and Physical Education, Prof Narcisse Mouelle Kombi, and dated July 23, 2025, Brys expressed shock at the public circulation of a resignation letter allegedly sent by him to the Cameroon Football Federation, FECAFOOT, asserting that he neither authored nor submitted any such correspondence. “I never wrote or sent any resignation letter,” the 62-year-old tactician stated. “It appears, upon examination of the information in my possession, that my email account was most likely compromised.
This hack, as regrettable as it was unusual, has clearly caused confusion and provoked a wave of hasty reactions.” Brys, who was appointed on April 2, 2024, by the government to lead the Indomitable Lions, also condemned the Federation and other officials for acting without confirming the authenticity of the letter. He described their handling of the situation as hasty and possibly indicative of an intent to remove him from his position. “I am deeply surprised and even challenged by the fact that no official, including the Cameroon Football Federation, bothered to contact me personally before disseminating this alleged information on a large scale,” he said. “This attitude leaves little room for interpretation: it is difficult for me not to see it as a form of deliberate haste, or even a tacit desire for my ouster.”
Brys used the opportunity to highlight that unresolved administrative issues related to his contract continue to affect his ability to operate effectively. “I take advantage of this correspondence to remind you that administrative difficulties still persist today surrounding my contract,” he noted. He urged the Minister to seek a prompt resolution so that the technical team can fully concentrate on its mission. The Belgian coach further appealed for calm and cohesion around the national team, emphasizing the importance of unity ahead of critical sporting events. “The upcoming deadlines are crucial, and Cameroon, in its sporting and symbolic dimension, deserves better than orchestrated or maintained instability,” he wrote.
Brys concluded by asking that his clarification be considered official and disseminated accordingly to counter what he described as harmful misinformation. The latest developments revive tensions between FECAFOOT and the Ministry of Sports over the authority to manage national team affairs. Brys’ initial appointment in 2024 sparked controversy, with FECAFOOT refusing to recognize his selection, citing FIFA’s statutes which mandate that football federations operate independently of government influence.
Enter FECAFOOT
In a statement signed by FECAFOOT Secretary General, Mandong Isaac yesterday July 23, 2025, FECAFOOT acknowledged receipt of a registered letter dated July 21, 2025, in which Brys notified the federation of his immediate resignation. The letter, addressed to the Minister of Sports and Physical Education was expected to mark the end of the Belgian coach’s tenure, which began on March 8, 2024, under a contract signed with the State of Cameroon. FECAFOOT described the resignation as a unilateral termination of contract and expressed concern over the timing, given the crucial upcoming assignments for the national team, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers and the Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, final tournament scheduled for December 21, 2025, in Morocco.
In response, the federation stated that it had initiated consultations with the relevant public authorities to urgently develop and implement a coordinated solution to fill the technical vacuum at the helm of the national team. FECAFOOT reassured the Cameroonian football community of the Federation’s continued commitment to reform and to restoring the pride and prestige of Cameroonian football on the continental and global stage. The now debunked departure of Marc Brys was expected to bring to an end to a controversial chapter marked by institutional tension and opens the door for a new leadership direction for the Indomitable Lions.
Marc Brys’ clean report card with Lions
Marc Brys’ time at the helm of the Indomitable Lions has been marked by impressive results and unshaken discipline amid off-field turmoil. Appointed on April 8, 2024, by the Ministry of Sports and Physical Education, the Belgian coach led Cameroon through an unbeaten run across 12 matches, securing 7 wins and 5 draws. Under his leadership, the Indomitable Lions topped their AFCON 2025 qualification group without a single defeat and made a strong start to the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, including a 4-1 win over Cape Verde. Brys also rejuvenated the national team by integrating young talents into the squad, reinforcing tactical structure, and promoting a high-intensity style of play. Despite ongoing tensions between FECAFOOT and the Ministry, he maintained a professional focus and shielded the team from administrative distractions.
