Mbeumo ‘sad’ over Cameroon Afcon exit

Cameroon’s forward Bryan Mbeumo has expressed his disappointment and sadness over his team’s exit from the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon).

Speaking to reporters after the match, Mbeumo said, “It’s really tough to accept the defeat, especially when we had high hopes of going far in the tournament.”

The Indomitable Lions were knocked out of the tournament after a 3-2 defeat to Senegal in the quarter-finals.

Mbeumo, who scored a goal in the match, gave his all on the pitch but it wasn’t enough to secure a win for his team.

He added, “We gave everything we had, but luck wasn’t on our side. It’s a tough pill to swallow, but we have to move on and focus on our next challenge.”

The young forward also thanked the fans for their support throughout the tournament, saying, “We couldn’t have made it this far without the fans’ support. We are grateful for their unwavering support.”

Mbeumo’s performance in the tournament has earned him praise from fans and pundits alike, with many tipping him for a bright future in the sport.

Despite the disappointment of the exit, Mbeumo remains optimistic about the future, saying, “We will learn from this experience and come back stronger next time.”

Cameroon will now have to regroup and focus on their upcoming matches, as they aim to bounce back from their early exit in the Afcon.