Cameroon advanced to the AFCON2025 quarterfinals following a dramatic 2-1 victory over South Africa at the Al Medina Stadium. The Indomitable Lions are now set to face Morocco in the next round, in what promises to be one of the tournament’s marquee matchups.
Although Cameroon entered as the heavy favorites, South Africa are the ones who started the game stronger, dominating the early play. However, the momentum shifted completely in the 31st minute when Junior Tchamadeu found the back of the net following a corner kick.
In the second half, Cameroon capitalized immediately, doubling their lead in the first minute after the break with a goal from Christian Kofane, leaving their opponents stunned.
Despite the deficit, South Africa did not give up and managed to pull one back through Evidence Makgopa with just three minutes remaining in regulation. The final minutes were electric as Bafana Bafana were pushing for a miracle equalizer, but it never came. Cameroon will now face the host nation on Friday, January 9, in the quarterfinals.
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End of the game!
Cameroon defeat South Africa 2-1 to reach AFCON 2025 quarterfinals!!!
87'- GOAAAAAAL OF SOUTH AFRICA (1-2)
Evidence Makgopa pulls one back for South Africa!!
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82'- Yellow card for South Africa (0-2)
Lyle Foster gets booked now in South Africa.
82'- Last change in South Africa (0-2)
Nkosinathi Sibisi left the field to make way for Tshepang Moremi.
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78'- Two substitutions in Cameroon (0-2)
Danny Namaso and Mahamadou Nagida left the field to make way for Olivier Kemen and Christopher Wooh.
74'- Substitution in South Africa (0-2)
Relebohile Mofokeng was replaced by Sipho Mbule.
71'- Yellow card for South Africa (0-2)
Teboho Mokoena received the fourth yellow card of his team.
69'- South Africa miss another great chance! (0-2)
Teboho Mokoena tested the keeper with a powerful free kick, but Devis Epassy produced another spectacular save to keep the ball out. The Bafana Bafana are piling on the pressure as they search for a way back into this knockout match.
64'- Yellow card for South Africa (0-2)
Aubrey Modiba received a yellow card.
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62'- Two substitutions in South Africa (0-2)
Samuelo Kabini and Oswin Appollis left the fild to make way for Aubrey Modiba and Evidence Makgopa.
61'- South Africa nearly score! (0-2)
Samukelo Kabini had a golden opportunity to pull one back inside the box, but Devis Epassy made a brilliant save to deny him.
58'- Yellow card for South Africa (0-2)
Samukelo Kabini received the second yellow card of his team.
57'- Cameroon are looking for the third one (0-2)
Kofane wasted a massive opportunity as his shot was blocked while Mbeumo was left wide open in front of the goalkeeper. Cameroon are getting closer and closer to securing their third goal of the match.
46'- GOAAAAAAAL FOR CAMEROON!!! (0-2)
Christian Kofane extends the lead for Cameroon!!
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The second half is underway!
South Africa and Cameroon are already playing the second half!
Halftime!
The first half of the game has ended!
38'- Rain has arrived! (0-1)
The weather has shifted at the Al Medina Stadium in the Agdal district, with rain beginning to fall during this crucial night match!
33'- GOAAAAAAL FOR CAMEROON!! (0-1)
Junior Tchamadeu scores the first goal of the game!!
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31'- First yellow card of the game (0-0)
Siyabonga Ngezana of South Africa received the first yellow card of the game.
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21'- First substitution of the game (0-0)
Cameroon's Darlin Yongwa leaves the field injured to make way for Mahamadou Nagida.
19'- The game resumes
The game is on again.
18'- The game is stopped (0-0)
The game has come to a halt as Cameroon’s Darlin Yongwa is down on the field and is currently being treated by the medical staff.
14- South Africa goal disallowed! (0-0)
Foster had scored the opening goal of the match; however, it was ruled out as the striker was caught in an offside position.
7'- South Africa miss another one! (0-0)
Mofokeng had a golden opportunity to score as he was alone with the goalkeeper, but his shot soared over the crossbar!
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3'- South Africa with the first chance! (0-0)
Following a great cross after an offensive foul awarded to South Africa, Lyle Foster connected with a powerful header, but the effort went wide of the Cameroon goal.
GAME ON!
South Africa and Cameroon have kicked off the AFCON 2025 Round of 16 game!
Players are on the pitch!
Players from both countries are on the pitch for the national anthems. Everything is ready for the start of the match.
The Indomitable Lions arrive in style!
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Broos set for reunion with Cameroon
The current manager of South Africa, Hugo Broos, famously led Cameroon to the AFCON title during the 2017 edition. However, the coach emphasized that today’s match is a contest between South Africa and Cameroon, rather than a personal battle between Broos and the Indomitable Lions.
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Cameroon lineup confirmed!
This is the Cameroon's starting XI for today: Devis Epassy; Che Malone Junior, Samuel Kotto, Nouhou Tolo; Junior Tchamadeu, Arthur Ebong, Carlos Baleba, Darlin Yongwa; Bryan Mbeumo, Danny Namaso; Christian Kofane.
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South Africa lineup confirmed!
This will be Bafana Bafana starting lineup for today's contest: Ronwen Williams; Khuliso Mudau, Siyabonga Ngezana, Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Samukelo Kabini; Teboho Mokoena, Nkosinathi Sibisi, Bathusi Aubaas; Oswin Appollis, Lyle Foster, Relebohile Mofokeng.
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Today's referees
Kenyan referee Peter Waweru has been appointed to officiate the Round of 16 clash between South Africa and Cameroon. He will be joined on the field by his compatriots Gilbert Chiroue and Stephen Onyango, who are set to serve as the assistant referees.
Full officiating team:
Referee: Peter Waweru (KEN)
Assistant Referee 1: Gilbert Chiroue (KEN)
Assistant Referee 2: Stephen Onyango (KEN)
Fourth Official: Jean-Jacques Ndala Ngambo (COD)
VAR: Daniel Nii Laryea (GHA)
VAR Assistant: Abdel Aziz Yaser (SDN)
Kick off time
South Africa vs Cameroon will get underway in the Agdal Medina Stadium at 2:00 PM (ET).
South Africa and Cameroon clash in AFCON 2025 Round of 16
Welcome to our live blog of the AFCON 2025 action. South Africa face Cameroon today in a crucial Round of 16 showdown, with both national teams searching for a spot in the final eight!
Stay with us for key information and minute-by-minute updates of this exciting game!
Gianni Taina is a bilingual journalist, fluent in English and Spanish, with a specialization in soccer, the NBA, and tennis. He began his professional career in 2020 with Mundo Deportivo US, where he first established himself as a writer. Throughout his career, Gianni has covered major sports events such as the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, the NBA Finals, and Grand Slam tournaments like the French Open. His ability to report on real-time events and perform well under pressure has made him a valuable member of a top-tier team of journalists. In 2024, he joined Bolavip US, where he now covers a wide range of sports, including European soccer, MLS, and the NBA.
