Cameroon vs Angola Preview: Predictions, Team News, and Lineups

As Cameroon prepares for their final World Cup Qualifier against Angola, the stakes are high. This matchup will take place at the iconic Ahmadou Ahidjo Stadium in Yaoundé.

Match Overview: Cameroon vs. Angola

The Indomitable Lions are in pursuit of a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Currently ranked second in Group D, Cameroon has 18 points, trailing Cape Verde by two points. A victory is essential for Cameroon to maintain hopes of automatic qualification.

Current Standings and Form

• Cameroon: 18 points from 12 matches (5 wins, 3 draws, 1 loss)
• Angola: 11 points from 12 matches (2 wins, 5 draws, 5 losses)

Cameroon has shown impressive form throughout the qualifiers. They are the highest-scoring team in the group, netting 17 goals while conceding only 5. Their latest match featured a 2-0 victory over Mauritius, with contributions from Moumi Ngamaleu and Bryan Mbeumo.

Angola, however, has already been eliminated from qualification. Their recent performance includes a 2-2 draw against Eswatini, where they made a comeback thanks to Jonathan Buatu and Ary Papel. With the new coach Patrice Beaumelle at the helm, Angola aims to end their campaign with a positive result.

Head-to-Head Record

Historically, Angola has a slight edge in recent encounters, winning two of the last five matches, with two draws and one loss. The previous meeting concluded in a 1-1 draw.

Team News and Possible Lineups

Cameroon

Cameroon’s squad is largely injury-free. Mbeumo could return as a starter following his impact off the bench last game. Ngamaleu is also expected to start after his goal against Mauritius.

• Possible Starting XI:
  • Onana
  • Tchatchoua
  • Ngadeu-Ngadjui
  • Tolo
  • Nagida
  • Mbeumo
  • Baleba
  • Avom
  • Ngamaleu
  • Eyong
  • Choupo-Moting

Angola

Beaumelle may opt for adjustments in Angola’s lineup as he evaluates player performance. Papel is likely to contend for a starting position.

• Possible Starting XI:
  • Neblu
  • Carneiro
  • Carmo
  • Mananga
  • Hossi
  • Milson
  • Mukendi
  • Fredy
  • Luvumbo
  • Mabululu
  • Benson

Match Prediction

Given the importance of this match for Cameroon, they are favored to win. Their home advantage, combined with a motivated performance, suggests a predicted score of Cameroon 1, Angola 0.