Cameroon produced a remarkable performance to seal a 2-1 victory over Mozambique in their final Group F clash at the ongoing African Cup of Nations tournament on Wednesday, SportPremi Reports.
Mozambique took a shock lead in the first half through Geny Catamo, but Cameroon hit back through an unlucky own goal by Nene.
The Indomitable Lions snatched the win with a second half strike by Christian Kofane, moving them up to seven points, but they were narrowly pipped to top spot by defending champions Ivory Coast, who produced a stunning comeback from two goals down to beat Gabon 3-2.
First half: Cameroon hit back after shock Mozambique lead
Cameroon headed into the clash hoping to better Ivory Coast’s result against Gabon in order to finish top of the group.
However, they fell behind in the 23rd minute as Geny Catamo opened the scoring for Mozambique, who were also looking to top the group with a win.
The Indomitable Lions were behind for just six minutes as they grabbed a lucky equalizer when Nene inadvertently put the ball into his own net.
Christian Kofane then scored for Cameroon, but the strike was ruled out for offside as the first half ended 1-1
Second half: Kofane nets winner for Cameroon
Cameroon started the half on top and went ahead after 10 minutes as the dangerous Kofane fired into the back of the net off the post.
Etta-Eyong could have increased the lead, but his effort was brilliantly blocked as it looked to be heading for the back of the net.
Mozambique almost snatched an equalizer in stoppage-time, but Cameroon’s Devis Epassy denied Ivane Urrubal’s header.
The game ended 2-1 in favour of Cameroon, but they missed out on first place in the group to Ivory Coast.
Players Ratings:
Mozambique Players Ratings
- Ivane – 6.9/10
- Calila – 6.4/10
- Chamboco – 5.1/10
- Dove – 6.6/10
- Nanani – 6.9/10
- Kambala – 7.0/10
- Nene – 6.0/10
- Catamo – 6.9/10
- Pelembe – 6.2/10
- Vilanculos – 6.2/10
- Ratifo – 6.2/10
Substitutes
- Langa – 7.7/10
- Bonde – 6.4/10
- Abdala – 6.4/10
- Chamito – 5.5/10
- Melito – 6.0/10
Cameroon Players Ratings
- Epassy – 6.4/10
- Tolo – 6.7/10
- Nyamsi – 7.4/10
- Boyomo – 6.9/10
- Nagida – 7.5/10
- Baleba – 5.9/10
- Kemen – 6.9/10
- Mbeumo – 6.4/10
- Namaso – 7.2/10
- Magri – 5.8/10
- Kofane – 8.3/10
Man of the match
Christian Kofane (8.3/10) – The 19-year-old showed no signs of inexperience as he led the attack and netted the winner in the incredible comeback.
Key Stats
Ball Possession: Mozambique 52% – 48% Cameroon
Total Shots: Mozambique 10 – 19 Cameroon
Shots on target: Mozambique 2 – 6 Cameroon
Pass Accuracy: Mozambique 79% – 79% Cameroon
Corners: Mozambique 2 – 8 Cameroon
What Next?
Cameroon missed out on top spot and will now face South Africa in the round of 16, while Mozambique finished third and qualified as one of the best losers, with a tie against Nigeria awaiting them in the next round.
