Surprising Call-Up for Indomitable Lions
Cameroon national team head coach David Pagou has raised questions across the football landscape after calling up striker Ivan Cedric Bikoue to the Indomitable Lions squad. The Alanyaspor forward was drafted in as an emergency replacement to cover for Levante attacker Karl Etta Eyong, who was ruled out for six to eight weeks due to a severe ankle injury.
Complete Lack of Game Time
- The Alanyaspor Drought: Following his summer move to Turkish Süper Lig side [Alanyaspor], the 24-year-old frontman has [yet to play a single minute of football this season], remaining completely confined to the bench.
- Competitive Inactivity: To find the Cameroonian striker’s last official appearance, one must look all the way back to April 2026.
- Previous Stint: His last competitive match rhythm occurred while he was still wearing the colours of lower-tier Turkish club [Vanspor FK].
Growing Debate Over Match Readiness
Bikoue’s inclusion has generated significant scrutiny among sports analysts and local fans due to his evident lack of competitive rhythm. As Cameroon gears up for high-stakes Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers, the technical staff will need to quickly evaluate whether the out-of-favour striker can adjust to the intensity of international football.
