Mauritius vs Cameroon: WC Africa, Qualification Group Stage

Mauritius vs Cameroon National Football Teams match preview for the Africa Qualification Group stage. Get AI predictions, head-to-head stats, recent form, key players, and predicted and official lineups.

Match Overview

Two years after their last Africa Qualification Group Stage clash, Mauritius and Cameroon are set to meet again in a highly anticipated showdown. Their last encounter ended in a convincing 3-0 win for Cameroon back in November 2023. Fans are now eager to see whether Mauritius can mount a response or if Cameroon will once again dominate the fixture.

Mauritius Struggling for Form

Mauritius enter this clash on a difficult run, suffering back-to-back defeats against Angola and Cape Verde. They are winless in their last ten outings and have failed to score in three consecutive home matches. With their attack under pressure, the team must find an offensive breakthrough to stand a chance against the Indomitable Lions.

In the Africa Qualification Group stage, Mauritius have played seven matches, recording 1 win, 2 draws, and 4 defeats. They have scored 6 goals (0.86 per match) while conceding 12 (1.71 per match).

Cameroon Looking to Bounce Back

Cameroon approach this match following a disappointing loss to Cape Verde. Despite that setback, they remain one of the strongest sides in the group. Their Qualification Group stage record is impressive: 4 wins, 3 draws, and 0 defeats, scoring 15 goals (2.14 per match) and conceding only 4 (0.57 per match).

The Indomitable Lions will be aiming to return to winning ways and cement their position as favorites to advance further in the competition.

Head-to-Head Record

The teams have only met once in recent history, on November 17, 2023, when Cameroon secured a comfortable 3-0 victory. This gives Cameroon the edge heading into the rematch.

Key Players to Watch

• Mauritius:

  • Kevin Bru – Experienced midfielder who can control possession.

  • Jonathan Spéville – Defensive anchor tasked with containing Cameroon’s attack.

  • Fabrice Augustine – Forward who must step up to end Mauritius’s scoring drought.

• Cameroon:

  • Vincent Aboubakar – Captain and reliable striker, always a threat in front of goal.

  • André-Frank Zambo Anguissa – Midfield powerhouse, key to Cameroon’s control.

  • André Onana – Goalkeeper expected to provide stability and confidence at the back.

Predicted Lineups

Mauritius (4-4-2):
Louis Pithia (GK); Spéville, Sophie, François, Colin; Bru, Aristide, François, Vincent; Augustine, Andy Sophie.

Cameroon (4-3-3):
Onana (GK); Fai, Wooh, Castelletto, Nouhou; Zambo Anguissa, Kunde, Ntcham; Toko Ekambi, Aboubakar, Choupo-Moting.

AI Match Prediction

Before kickoff, AI models forecast Cameroon as the clear favorite with a 48% chance of victory, while a draw stands at 32% and Mauritius are given just a 20% chance to win.