Summary
Cameroon and Morocco will compete in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarterfinals in Rabat, Morocco, on January 9th. Cameroon, despite internal issues before the tournament, reached this stage after defeating South Africa. Morocco advanced with a strong group stage performance and a win over Tanzania.
Key Facts
- Cameroon will play Morocco in the AFCON quarterfinals at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium.
- The match will occur on Friday, January 9, at 8 pm (19:00 GMT).
- Cameroon overcame off-field conflicts involving their football federation and sports ministry before the tournament.
- Cameroon did not qualify for the 2026 World Cup, leading to a coaching change shortly before AFCON.
- Cameroon finished second in Group F and beat South Africa 2-1 in the round of 16.
- Morocco topped Group A with two wins, a draw, and a 1-0 win against Tanzania in the round of 16.
- The winners will play against the winner of Algeria vs. Nigeria in the semifinals on January 14 in Rabat.
