Cameroon Advances to AFCON Quarterfinals with 2-1 Win Over South Africa. Rabat, Morocco — Cameroon secured their place in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarterfinals with a 2-1 victory over South Africa at the Al Medina Stadium in Rabat. Goals from Junior Tchamadeu and Christian Kofane ensured the Indomitable Lions’progression, while Evidence Makgopa’s late goal for South Africa was insufficient to alter the outcome.
Tchamadeu opened the scoring in the 34th minute, converting a deflected shot into the back of the net.
The first half saw a strong performance from Cameroon, who maintained their momentum into the second half. Kofane doubled the advantage for Cameroon just two minutes after the restart, capitalizing on a cross from Mahamadou Nagida.
South Africa mounted a late surge, with Makgopa pulling one back in the 88th minute, but it was too little, too late for the Bafana Bafana, who now turn their focus to the upcoming World Cup.
Cameroon’s victory comes after a tumultuous build-up to the tournament, marked by the sacking of head coach Marc Brys and the appointment of David Pagou.
The team’s success in the AFCON’s last eight is seen as a testament to their resilience and new coach’s ability to inspire the squad.
Morocco also advanced to the quarterfinals, defeating Tanzania 1-0 in a Round-of-16 match. Brahim Diaz scored the only goal of the game in the 64th minute, setting up a quarterfinal clash against Cameroon.
For South Africa, the elimination from the quarterfinals could impact their preparations and morale ahead of the World Cup.
The Bafana Bafana finished third in the last AFCON held in Ivory Coast two years ago. Further details are expected as both teams prepare for their next matches.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 3*
