Mozambique – Cameroon: keep the dream alive against experience 
The group stage is winding down and this final Group F game promises a sharp contrast in trajectories. On Wednesday Mozambique get a shot at history while Cameroon are still chasing top spot. The Mambas arrive buzzing. The Indomitable Lions are under pressure.
Mozambique: the story’s already great — why not more? 
It took a long, long time. Seventeen matches. That’s the number tied to Mozambique’s first win at the Africa Cup of Nations. On Saturday, against Gabon, the Mambas finally broke through in a completely bonkers 3-2 win.
This wasn’t luck. Hermani Siluane put on a show in goal with eight key saves, while his teammates were ruthlessly efficient in front of goal. Geny Catamo was everywhere — creator then scorer from the spot, the symbol of a team set free.
Already with a real chance of progressing as one of the best third-placed teams, the Mozambicans can even dream of direct qualification if they pull off an upset. A second straight win would be the first since June 2024 and would confirm this side has stepped up a level.
Cameroon: solid, but not yet dazzling 
Cameroon have crept forward quietly, but they’ve moved nonetheless. A narrow win over Gabon, then a hard-earned draw with Ivory Coast in a tight, tense match. Four points, second place for now, and still a shot at topping the group.
Against the Elephants the Indomitable Lions lacked cutting edge up front despite plenty of possession. The equaliser came by chance, but the main thing was preserved. Given the messy lead-up to the tournament, that’s an encouraging return.
Cameroon also know they’ve got a psychological edge: seven straight wins over Mozambique, including one in the 2021 World Cup qualifiers. Big-match know-how could still swing it.
Likely line-ups
Mozambique : Siluane, Calila, Mexer, Mandava, Langa, Guima, Amade, Catamo, Domingues, Witi, Bangal
Cameroon : Epassy, Malone, Koto, Tolo, Yongwa, Baleba, Avom, Bassogog, Loader, Mbeumo, Eyong
What you need to know
- Mozambique play without fear after that historic first win.
- Direct qualification is still possible if they pull off an upset.
- Cameroon can still aim for top spot in the group.
- Experience and head-to-head history tilt the balance toward the Indomitable Lions.
Football Prediction Mozambique vs Cameroon
Cameroon to win
Mozambique have shown they can compete, but over 90 minutes in a game that matters, Cameroon have the tools to make the difference. They won’t necessarily sparkle, but the Indomitable Lions should find what they need to win and lock in their spot for the next round.
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