Africa. In a thrilling match, Cameroon triumphed over South Africa with a score of 2-1 in the AFCON 2025 Round of 16. Cameroon will now face Morocco in the quarter-finals after Morocco’s narrow victory against Tanzania. The match showcased intense competition, with South Africa dominating possession but ultimately falling short.
Africa. On Sunday evening, a match took place between the national teams of Cameroon and South Africa as part of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) hosted by Morocco.
The match was held at the “Agdal City” stadium during the Round of 16 of the AFCON, where Cameroon emerged victorious with a score of 2-1.
South Africa dominated the first half of the match, holding 58% possession. However, they conceded a goal after 34 minutes of play.
The goal for Cameroon came from player Junior Tchamadeu, following a pass from his teammate Samuel Eto’o. Video technology confirmed the validity of the goal.
Cameroon managed to score a second goal against South Africa in the 47th minute, with player Christian Kouame heading the ball into the net.
South Africa was able to score their first goal against Cameroon in the 88th minute, thanks to player Evidence Makgoba, who received a pass from his teammate Aubrey Modiba. This late goal allowed Bafana Bafana to reduce the deficit, but it was not enough to change the outcome of the match.
With this result, Cameroon qualifies for the quarter-finals of the AFCON, where they will meet Morocco, the host nation, who also advanced after a hard-fought victory over Tanzania, winning 1-0 on Sunday.
The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is the main international football competition in Africa, organized by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). The tournament has a rich history, showcasing the continent’s top football talent since its inception in 1957. The 2025 edition is hosted by Morocco, marking a significant event in African football, as teams vie for the prestigious title and a chance to represent Africa on the global stage.
