The Indomitable Lions of Cameroon cruised to an important 3-1 win against Libya in the qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
2026 World Cup qualification Africa
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Matche Report
In a thrilling Group D clash on Tuesday evening, Cameroon secured a 3-1 win against Libya at the Stade Omnisport de Douala in Douala.
The Indomitable Lions roared into action early, with Vincent Aboubakar converting a penalty in the 27th minute to break the deadlock. Bryan Mbeumo added the second goal in the 53rd minute. Mbeumo's goal was assisted by Carlos Baleba.
Cameroon continued to put pressure on Libya which led to the Indomitable Lions securing their third goal in the 61st minute through Vincent Aboubakar. Aboubakar’s strike was assisted by Bryan Mbeumo.
Libya fought back and got a consolation goal in the 90+1 minute through Al Hilal Benghazi striker Ezzeddine A Mariami. Despite Libya's spirited effort, Cameroon's attacking prowess proved decisive in this crucial qualifier.
Current Group D standings see Cape Verde leading with 13 points, followed by Cameroon with 12 points after this win, Libya with 8, Angola with 7, Mauritius with 5, and Eswatini with 2.
Cameroon's next challenge is a home clash against Eswatini on September 1, 2025, while Libya will face Angola away on the same date, both sides eager to keep their World Cup dreams alive.
Line-ups
Cameroon XI: Vincent Aboubakar, Michael Ngadeu, Nicolas Moumi Ngamaleu, Onana, Nouhou, Danny Namaso, Martin Hongla, Bryan Mbeumo, Christopher Wooh, Jackson Tchatchoua, Carlos Baleba
Subs: Devis Epassy, Collins Fai, Anguissa, Christian Bassogog, Frank Magri, Simon Omossola, I. Ganago, J. Dawa, Guy-Marcelin Kilama, Nathan Ngoumou, Enzo Boyomo, Wilitty Younoussa
Libya XI: Motasem Sabbou, Muaid Ellafi, Bader Ahmed, Murad Al-Wuheeshi, Ezzeddin Amer Faraj El Maremi, Fahad Al Mesmari, Ahmed Saleh, Osama Elsharimi, Mohammed Alshiteewi, Majdi Erteiba, Elbahlul Issa Ramadan Abusahmin
Subs: Mohammed Salih Ali Sola, Muhannad Etoo, Ahmed Saad, Tahir Bin Amir, Sanad Elkouri, Ahmed Kraouaa, Elmahdi Elkout, Hamza Al Maqsi, Mohamed Darebi, Taha Al-Shalawi, Ahmad Ayyad