Rigobert song latest news
Rigobert Song is a retired Cameroonian professional footballer who played as a defender. He is currently the head coach of the Cameroon national team. Here are some of the latest news and updates about him:
- Cameroon's coach Rigobert Song tests positive for COVID-19: In November 2021, it was reported that Song had tested positive for COVID-19, just days before Cameroon's Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) opener against Burkina Faso. He was forced to miss the match, but later recovered and returned to his coaching duties.
- Song's contract extension with Cameroon: In October 2021, the Cameroonian Football Federation (FECAFOOT) announced that Song's contract as head coach of the national team had been extended until 2024.
- Cameroon's AFCON 2021 campaign: Under Song's guidance, Cameroon reached the quarterfinals of the 2021 AFCON tournament, where they were eliminated by Egypt.
- Song's coaching career: Song has been involved in coaching since his retirement from playing in 2014. He has managed several clubs in Cameroon, including Cotonsport and Tonnerre Yaoundé, before taking over as head coach of the national team in 2020.
- Song's playing career: Song played for several clubs during his playing career, including Metz, West Ham United, and Galatasaray. He earned 137 caps for the Cameroon national team, scoring 5 goals, and was a key player in the team that won the 2002 Africa Cup of Nations.
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