Cameroon manager Hugo Broos suggested the players who declined to join up his with side were regretting their decision after the Indomitable Lions' improbable run to the African Nations Cup title.
A triumph in Gabon seemed unlikely for Gabon after as many as eight players -- including Liverpool defender Joel Matip -- declined call-ups before the tournament began.
Broos acknowledged the difficulties his side faced before taking home their fifth ANC title and first since 2002.
"There was a lot of trouble before, players who wouldn't come with us," Broos said after Sunday's 2-1 win over Egypt.