Cameroon Set to Challenge Morocco in AFCON Quarterfinal Showdown
6 January 2026
Preview
Cameroon know the challenge ahead as they prepare to face Morocco in the Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal on Friday.
Cameroon advanced past South Africa 2-1 in the round of 16, earning a fiery rendezvous with the Atlas Lions, who beat Tanzania 1-0.
Outlook
Bryan Mbomuo says the game is like an early final, noting Morocco's high quality and the home crowd that will complicate Cameroon’s task against the 'untamed lions'.
He also commented: 'We know Morocco is a team with real quality, playing on home soil, so we know what to expect, and I think the game will be beautiful'.
This clash has extra meaning for Mbomuo, who will line up against his Manchester United teammate, Morocco's Noussair Mazraoui, after years of sharing clubs in Europe.
Bottom line: expect flair, tension, and a game that could decide the fate of both teams this tournament. Sniper punchlines: 1) This match will be so tight that even a sniper would need a longer lens to spot the gap. 2) If goals were targets, both teams would be in perfect crosshair of drama.
