Bertin Ebwellé

**Bertin Ebwellé Ndingué** (born 11 September 1962) is a retired professional footballer who represented Cameroon at the 1990 FIFA World Cup. He also took part in 1992 African Nations Cup. He played club football with Tonnerre Yaoundé, Persisam Putra Samarinda and Olympic Mvolyé. Known for his tenacious tackling and speed on the flank, Ebwellé was crucial in bolstering Cameroon's defense as they defied the odds to reach the quarter-finals. Ebwellé's relentless energy and strategic acumen helped him clock significant minutes on the pitch, showcasing his ability to neutralize some of the world's top attackers. Though he picked up a yellow card during the tournament, his overall discipline and commitment resonated well with fans. A key member of the "Indomitable Lions," Bertin Ebwellé's contributions in Italy 1990 remain a proud moment for both him and his nation. Widely regarded as one of the best defenders.

## Club career

He made his debut in adult football in 1980 with performances for the Tonner team, in which he spent five seasons.

Subsequently, from 1991 to 1996, he played for Bali United, Olympique Mvollier and Canon Yaoundé.

In 1996, he returned to Bali United, for which he played 2 seasons. He finished his professional career as a footballer playing for Bali United in 1998. In 2002, 41-year-old Ebwele resumed his football career, playing for the Indonesian PSPS Pekanburu. He scored a goal for the club on March 7 against Percity. In the 62nd minute, he equalized the score in the match, which ended in a draw.

## International career

In 1984, he made his debut in official matches as part of the national team of Cameroon.

As part of the national team, he participated in the 1988 African Cup of Nations in Morocco, won the title of continental champion that year, the 1990 World Cup in Italy (played 5 matches), the 1990 African Cup of Nations in Algeria, the 1992 African Cup of Nations in Senegal, and the 1996 African Cup of Nations in South Africa.

In total, during his career in the national team, which lasted 12 years, he spent 47 matches in its uniform.

Participant of the friendly match of 11 legends of African football against 11 legends of European football. The coach of the African national team was Jomo Sono, and the Europeans were led by Johan Neeskens.

## Coaching career

At the end of his playing career, he began coaching. At first, he helped coach Ekehi in the youth national team of Cameroon (U-17). In 2005, he was appointed head coach of Tonner Yaoundé. In 2012, he replaced John Yebi Mayebi at the helm of Tico United.

## Honours

- Cameroon Premiere Division: 1981, 1983, 1984, 1987, 1988
- Cameroon Cup: 1987, 1989
- African Cup of Nations: 1988; runner-up, 1986

## Infobox (football biography)

- **name**: Bertin Ebwellé
- **fullname**: Bertin Ebwellé Ndingué
- **birth place**: Yaoundé, Cameroon
- **height**: 1.76 m
- **position**: Defender (association football), Left-back
- **years1**: 1980–1990
- **clubs1**: Tonnerre Yaoundé
- **caps1**: 298
- **goals1**: 15
- **years2**: 1990–1992
- **clubs2**: Persisam Putra Samarinda
- **caps2**: 49
- **goals2**: 1
- **years3**: 1992–1995
- **clubs3**: Olympic Mvolyé
- **caps3**: 125
- **goals3**: 4
- **years4**: 1995–1996
- **clubs4**: Canon Yaoundé
- **caps4**: 39
- **goals4**: 0
- **totalcaps**: 501
- **totalgoals**: 20
- **nationalyears1**: 1984–1996
- **nationalteam1**: Cameroon national football team, Cameroon
- **nationalcaps1**: 47
- **nationalgoals1**: 3
- **manageryears1**: 2005
- **managerclubs1**: Tonnerre Yaoundé