Cameroon Star Ngamaleu in Cheating Scandal Days Before World Cup Playoff
Cameroon Star in Cheating Scandal Before World Cup

Cameroon Football Star Embroiled in Russian Cheating Controversy

Cameroonian international footballer Nicolas Moumi Ngamaleu has found himself at the center of a major cheating scandal in Russia, just days before his country's crucial World Cup qualifying match. The Dynamo Moscow winger, known for his modest reputation both on and off the pitch, is now making international headlines for all the wrong reasons.

The Dramatic Apartment Confrontation

The controversy erupted when Ngamaleu's partner, Russian influencer Nikky Seey, received a tip-off that the football star had brought another woman to their shared Moscow apartment. According to reports, Seey arrived at the residence with a friend and attempted to enter, but Ngamaleu allegedly claimed his uncle from Cameroon was inside and should not be disturbed.

Not convinced by his explanation, the 25-year-old model decided to contact police authorities. Security operatives later broke into the apartment where they discovered another woman attempting to cover her face. The incident was captured in a viral video that showed Ngamaleu dressed in his Cameroon training shorts while exchanging words with the security personnel.

Aftermath and Relationship Breakdown

Following the shocking discovery, Nikky Seey has reportedly moved out of the apartment and demanded that Ngamaleu vacate the building as well. African football journalist Micky Jnr confirmed that the Russian influencer has officially reported the incident to local authorities, who have commenced further investigations.

The couple had made their relationship public just last July and frequently shared their romantic moments on social media platforms. Reports suggest that Seey had previously discovered incriminating messages from her boyfriend but decided to wait for the right moment to catch him red-handed.

Football Career and World Cup Implications

Despite the personal controversy, 31-year-old Ngamaleu has been included in coach Marc Brys's 28-man squad for Cameroon's crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff against DR Congo. The match is scheduled to take place in Rabat, Morocco on November 13, putting additional pressure on the player during this turbulent period.

Dynamo Moscow, Ngamaleu's Russian Premier League club, has yet to release an official statement regarding the incident involving their player. The timing couldn't be worse for the Cameroonian star, who now faces both personal and professional challenges simultaneously.

Social Media Reactions

Football fans have widely criticized Ngamaleu's actions across social media platforms. One X user commented: "Their shared apartment - I hope both of them were not paying for the same apartment, if she was paying then she has rights to call police."

Another fan offered relationship advice, stating: "As a married man you can do all the stupid things in the world BUT never bring another woman into your house." Meanwhile, some users expressed confusion about the police involvement, questioning whether any crime had actually been committed.

The scandal comes at a sensitive time for Ngamaleu's career, with his national team preparing for one of their most important matches in recent years. How this personal drama will affect his performance on the pitch remains to be seen as Cameroon battles for a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.