Ambroise Oyongo

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ИИ

Ambroise Oyongo is a professional footballer from Cameroon, known for his role as a defender.

He began his professional career with Coton Sport FC de Garoua in 2010, winning the league title in his first year.

Oyongo played for the New York Red Bulls from 2014 to 2015, where he became a key player during the playoffs.

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Биография

Early Life and Career Beginnings

Ambroise Oyongo Bitolo is a talented Cameroonian professional footballer born in Yaoundé, Cameroon. He began his football journey with Moussango FC in 2008, where his impressive performances caught the attention of Coton Sport FC de Garoua. Signing with Coton Sport in July 2010, Oyongo quickly made his mark, winning the league title in his debut season and contributing to a league and cup double in 2011. His prowess on the field helped Coton Sport reach the semi-finals of the 2013 CAF Champions League, solidifying his reputation as a formidable defender.

Transition to International Clubs

In 2014, Oyongo's career took a significant turn when he joined the New York Red Bulls after a successful trial. He became a key player for the team, showcasing his versatility by playing both as a left-back and in midfield. His notable contributions included assisting a crucial goal in the playoffs against Sporting Kansas City. The following year, he was traded to Montreal Impact, where he continued to develop his skills in Major League Soccer.

International Career

Oyongo's international career began with the Cameroon national under-20 team, where he participated in the 2011 FIFA U-20 World Cup. He made his senior debut for the Cameroon national team in 2013 and scored his first international goal during the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations. Despite facing setbacks, including a serious injury that ruled him out of the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup, Oyongo has remained a vital player for his national team, contributing to their success in various tournaments, including winning the Africa Cup of Nations in 2017 and earning a bronze medal in 2021.

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Club career

Coton Sport

Ambroise Oyongo began his career with Moussango FC of Yaoundé in 2008. His play with Moussango attracted the interest of top club Coton Sport FC who signed him in July 2010. He quickly established himself at the club winning the league title in his first year with Coton Sport. In 2011, he helped the club to the league and cup double. In 2013, he won another league title and helped lead Coton Sport to the semi-finals of the 2013 CAF Champions League.

New York Red Bulls

During the 2013 season, Oyongo went on trial with French side Lille and it was reported that he would be joining the Ligue 1 side during the 2014 January transfer window. The move never materialised and in January 2014 Oyongo went on trial with New York Red Bulls. He impressed during his trial and on 7 March 2014, he officially signed with the club. In his first season with New York, the versatile Oyongo was a key player for the club during the second half of the season as he made starts at both left-back and in midfield helping his side qualify for the league playoffs. On 30 October 2014, Oyongo assisted on Bradley Wright-Phillips winning goal in the last minute of the match helping New York defeat Sporting Kansas City and advance to the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Montreal Impact

On 27 January 2015, Oyongo was traded to Montreal Impact with Eric Alexander, an international player roster spot and allocation money for Felipe and the 1st pick in the MLS allocation…

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International career

Oyongo played for Cameroon at the 2011 FIFA U-20 World Cup. On 28 July 2013 he made his debut with the Cameroon senior team, starting in a 1–0 victory over Gabon at Stade Ahmadou Ahidjo. At the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations, Oyongo scored his first international goal in a 1–1 draw against Mali on 20 January 2015. He was named in Cameroon's squad for the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup but was later ruled out of the tournament after suffering a ruptured patellar tendon during a 1–0 win over Morocco on 10 June.

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