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Cameroon Defeat South Africa 2-1 to Reach AFCON 2025 Quarterfinals Against Morocco
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Cameroon has defeated South Africa 2-1 in the Round of 16 at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), securing a place in the quarterfinals where they will face hosts Morocco on January 9. The match, played at Al Medina Stadium in Rabat, Morocco, delivered a high-paced encounter that saw South Africa dominate possession but fail to convert early chances, while Cameroon capitalized on critical opportunities to advance.
Ejes Gist News reports that despite South Africa pulling one back late in the game, Cameroon’s clinical finishing proved decisive in ensuring their progression to the next stage of the tournament.
Final Score
Goals:
- Cameroon: Jean Tchamadeu (34’), C. Kofane (47’)
- South Africa: Makgopa (88’)
Assists: S. Kotto (34’), A. Nagida (47’)
Match Timeline & Live Updates
88’ – GOAL! South Africa 1-2 Cameroon
Makgopa scores for South Africa, pulling one back late in the game. The goal injects some drama but is not enough to alter the outcome.
88’ – South Africa Wins Corner
Mokoena delivers from the left; Cameroon clears the danger.
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85’ – Score Update: South Africa 0-2 Cameroon
49’ – GOAL! Cameroon 2-0 South Africa
C. Kofane doubles Cameroon’s lead. A corner initially cleared by South Africa is recovered quickly, with Kofane heading a precise ball from A. Nagida into the far post.
47’ – Second Half Begins
Cameroon kicks off the second half following a 0-1 halftime lead.
46’ – Half-Time Review: South Africa 0-1 Cameroon
- Jean Tchamadeu scored at 34’
- Assist by S. Kotto
- Cameroon’s defense maintained control despite South Africa’s dominance in possession.
45+1’ – South Africa Wins Corner
Appollis delivers from the right; cleared by Cameroon’s defense.
43’ – Rain Intensifies
Wet weather adds pace to the match, affecting passing and ball control.
40’ – South Africa Wins Free Kick
Mokoena’s long-range shot is blocked by Cameroon.
39’ – Cameroon Free Kick
Mbeumo delivers from the right; cleared by South Africa’s defense.
36’ – GOAL! South Africa 0-1 Cameroon
Jean Tchamadeu opens the scoring after a precise pass from Baleba. The goal is confirmed by VAR.
34’ – Goal Review Complete
VAR validates Tchamadeu’s opener.
32’ – Cameroon Free Kick
Awarded after a foul on Ngezana; delivered from 30 meters out.
29’ – South Africa Wins First Corner
Appollis delivers the ball into the box; cleared by Cameroon.
26’ – Cameroon Growing Into Match
Mbeumo pushes down the right flank; Cameroon shows attacking intent.
22’ – Cameroon Substitution
Yongwa exits with injury; Mahmadou Nagida replaces him.
19’ – South Africa Pressing
Bafana Bafana dominate possession but fail to convert early chances.
12’ – Halftime Observations
South Africa dominated early, but Tchamadeu’s goal gave Cameroon control, and the team gradually increased confidence.
0’ – Kickoff
The match begins at Al Medina Stadium, Rabat.
Tactical Summary
- Cameroon: Counter-attacks, disciplined defense, clinical finishing.
- South Africa: Possession-based approach, strong midfield, inefficient finishing.
- Conditions: Rain added speed and unpredictability to passing and shots.
Venue
Al Medina Stadium, Rabat, Morocco – The stadium witnessed a lively atmosphere with fans from both nations. Rain intermittently affected ball control and passing throughout the match.
Implications for the Tournament
Cameroon’s victory ensures a quarterfinal clash with host nation Morocco on January 9. South Africa’s late goal could not alter the result, ending Bafana Bafana’s campaign in the Round of 16. The win reinforces Cameroon’s reputation as a strong knockout-stage contender in AFCON 2025.
Next Match:
- Cameroon vs Morocco – Quarterfinals
- Date: January 9, 2026
