Alexandre Dimitri Song Billong, more commonly known as Alex Song, he is the nephew of Rigobert Song. is one of the up and coming stars of the Cameroonian national team.

At only 22 years of age Song has become an integral part of the Indomitable Lions since making his debut in the first group match of the 2008 African Cup of Nations.

In the same tournament he helped his country to reach the final, where they finished as runners-up, and was also named in the team of the tournament for his performances.

At present Song plays his club football for Arsenal in the English Premiership, which is often regarded as the best league in the world. He is a regular in the midfield for this star-studded side and his experience there will come in handy in the tough times for Cameroon.

He plays as a defensive midfielder for both club and country, securing the back four four and providing the extra protection that is often required. His superlative performances and assuredness in his position has seen him recognised as one of the elite midfielders in Africa.Presently he is the only player in the national team with little or no errors in the competition. With his fantastic performances in the on going African Cup of Nations, he might end the competition as one of the best players in the competition and why not the best?.