Former Cameroon midfielder Landry Nguemo has tragically passed away at the age of 38 following a car accident in his home country. Nguemo’s career included stints in France, Turkey, Norway, and Scotland. He notably spent the 2009-10 season on loan at Celtic, where he played a key role as a defensive midfielder under managers Tony Mowbray and Neil Lennon.

The Cameroon Football Federation (FECAFOOT) confirmed Nguemo’s passing and expressed their condolences: “Nguemo, who was a key player for the Cameroonian national team from 2006 to 2014 and a former member of Girondins de Bordeaux, will be remembered for his contributions to football. FECAFOOT extends its deepest condolences to his family, friends, and the entire football community.”

Born in Yaounde, Nguemo played 42 times and scored three goals for Cameroon between 2006 and 2014, earning a runners-up medal at the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations. He began his club career in France at AS Nancy-Lorraine’s academy at age 16, eventually winning the 2006 French League Cup with the first team before moving to Bordeaux. From 2011 to 2014, Nguemo played for the Girondins, winning the French Cup in 2013 before transferring to Saint-Etienne.

Nancy, Bordeaux, and Celtic all posted tributes on social media, with Nancy expressing “immense sadness” at the loss of their former player and coach. Nguemo also had playing stints in Turkey and Norway before returning to coach Nancy’s Under 16s, aiming to impart his knowledge and experience to the younger generation.

Celtic expressed their sorrow on Twitter: “Everyone at Celtic Football Club is shocked and saddened at the news of Landry N’Guemo’s passing at the young age of 38. The thoughts and prayers of everyone at Celtic Football Club are with Landry’s family and friends at this sad time.”

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