Guinea's François Kamano: "I'm doing everything to get back into the national team"
In this interview, François Kamano discusses his relationship with Guinea coach Kaba Diawara. The forward wants to return to the national team.
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SNA: François Kamano, how did you cope with being left out of the squad for the last AFCON?
François Kamano: It's true I wasn't picked for the last Africa Cup of Nations (in Cameroon), but I stayed really focused on what I know how to do. It's another source of motivation for me to come back stronger. I'm a professional footballer and I give 100% every day. It's my job, and I try to give the best of myself every time..
SNA: You haven't been recalled to the national team for more than a year, since the arrival of Kaba Diawara on the bench. What is your relationship like with the national team coach?
François Kamano: I get on very well with him. Even now, if I feel like talking to him, I do. Everything's fine, I think his choice is based on football reasons. So if he thinks I'm important, he'll pick me. Otherwise, he'll go with the players he considers better than me.
SNA: There is a FIFA window next March. Are you ready to return to the national team?
François Kamano: I'm Guinean. I grew up in Guinea and all my family is there. The national team comes before everything. It's the coach's decision. I have no reason not to come if I'm called up. I follow Guinea's performances even when I'm not selected. I try to do everything I can to perform well and get back in.
Mmamadou Gongoré DIALLO