Mozambique vs Cameroon: Prediction, Lineups, Kickoff Time | AFCON 2025

On: December 29, 2025 6:03 PM

Mozambique vs Cameroon: Prediction, Lineups, Kickoff Time | AFCON 2025

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Mozambique vs Cameroon — Match Preview

The Group F finale takes place at the Stade Adrar in Agadir on New Year’s Eve, Wednesday, 31 December 2025. This is a high-stakes encounter for both nations. Cameroon sit top of the group with 4 points after a hard-fought 1–1 draw with Ivory Coast, knowing a point will secure their place in the knockout stages. Mozambique, currently 3rd with 3 points, are fresh off a thrilling 3–2 victory over Gabon. The Mambas know that a win would see them leapfrog the Indomitable Lions into the automatic qualification spots, while a draw leaves them sweating on the “Best 3rd Place” rankings.

Mozambique vs Cameroon — Match Info

Competition: Africa Cup of Nations 2025 (Group Stage – Matchday 3)
Venue: Stade Adrar, Agadir (Capacity: 45,480)
Date: Wednesday, 31 December 2025
Kickoff: 19:00 GMT | 20:00 WAT | 21:00 CAT
Referee: TBC (CAF Appointment)

Mozambique vs Cameroon — Match Stakes

Mozambique (3rd — 3 pts):

Win → Moves to 6 pts; guarantees Top 2 finish and automatic qualification.
Draw → Moves to 4 pts; likely enough to qualify as one of the best 3rd-placed teams, but not guaranteed.
Loss → Stays on 3 pts; leaves them in a very precarious position, dependent on goal difference across other groups.

Cameroon (1st — 4 pts):

Win → Moves to 7 pts; secures qualification and potentially top spot (depending on Ivory Coast’s result).
Draw → Moves to 5 pts; guarantees qualification to the Round of 16.
Loss → Stays on 4 pts; drops to 3rd if Ivory Coast gets a result against Gabon; likely still qualifies but faces a tougher draw.

Mozambique vs Cameroon — Team News

Mozambique:

Catamo G. — Available (Star player, key to attacks).
Rativo S. — Available (Scored winner vs Gabon).
Mandava R. — Available (Atletico Madrid defender leading the backline).
Confidence High: After scoring 3 goals vs Gabon, the Mambas are unlikely to make wholesale changes.

Cameroon:

Tchamadeu J. — Out (Suspended – Yellow Cards).
Aboubakar V. — Available (Captain & Goal threat).
Anguissa F. — Available (Midfield General).
Mbeumo B. — Available (Premier League quality on the wing).
Defensive Change: With Tchamadeu suspended, expect Enzo Tchato or a tactical shuffle on the right side of defense.

Mozambique vs Cameroon — Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Mozambique

28/12 — 3–2 vs Gabon (AFCON)
24/12 — 0–1 vs Ivory Coast (AFCON)
17/12 — 1–4 vs Angola (Friendly)
17/11 — 2–2 vs Chad (Friendly)
15/11 — 0–1 vs Morocco (Friendly)

Cameroon

29/12 — 1–1 vs Ivory Coast (AFCON)
25/12 — 1–0 vs Gabon (AFCON)
14/11 — 0–1 vs D.R. Congo (WC Qualifier)
13/10 — 0–0 vs Angola (WC Qualifier)
08/10 — 2–0 vs Mauritius (WC Qualifier)

Mozambique vs Cameroon — Head-to-Head (Last 5 Meetings)

11/10/2021 — Mozambique 0–1 Cameroon (WC Qualifier)
08/10/2021 — Cameroon 3–1 Mozambique (WC Qualifier)
16/11/2020 — Mozambique 0–2 Cameroon (AFCON Q)
12/11/2020 — Cameroon 4–1 Mozambique (AFCON Q)
Cameroon have dominated this fixture historically.

Mozambique vs Cameroon — Playing XI (Predicted Lineups)

Mozambique (4-2-3-1)

Ernan; Langa, Dove, Mandava, Nanani; Amade, Guima; Catamo, Dominguez, Witi; Rativo

Cameroon (4-3-3)

Onana; Tchato, Castelletto, Wooh, Tolo; Anguissa, Ntcham, Hongla; Mbeumo, Aboubakar, Ngamaleu

Mozambique vs Cameroon — Impact Bench

Mozambique: Gildo (Pace late on), Bauque (Midfield energy)

Cameroon: Toko Ekambi (Proven scorer), Magri (Physical option)

Mozambique vs Cameroon — Tactical Analysis

Mozambique

Chiquinho Conde’s side showed great resilience against Gabon. They rely heavily on the left flank where Reinildo Mandava provides stability, allowing Geny Catamo to roam freely on the right. Against Cameroon, they will look to play on the counter, exploiting the space left by Cameroon’s attacking full-backs. They must be wary of set-pieces, an area where Cameroon’s physicality is superior.

Cameroon

The Indomitable Lions are physically imposing and direct. Without Junior Tchamadeu, they lose some dynamism on the right, but they gain defensive solidity if Tchato steps in. Their midfield trio, led by Zambo Anguissa, will look to dominate possession and feed Bryan Mbeumo and Vincent Aboubakar. They only need a draw, which might lead to a more pragmatic, risk-averse approach in the second half.

Mozambique vs Cameroon — Key Battles

Mandava vs Mbeumo — Elite defender vs Elite winger; the game could be decided here.
Catamo vs Tolo — Mozambique’s trickiest player vs Cameroon’s left-back.
Aboubakar vs Dove — Veteran striker’s movement vs Mozambique’s center-back.
Onana vs Rativo — Man Utd goalkeeper needs to stay focused against the confident striker.

Mozambique vs Cameroon — Spotlight Players

Mozambique — Geny Catamo

The Sporting CP winger is the X-factor. His dribbling ability can unlock tight defenses, and Mozambique will need a moment of magic from him to break down a Cameroon side that has only conceded 1 goal in the tournament.

Cameroon — André-Frank Zambo Anguissa

The Napoli midfielder controls the tempo. In a high-pressure game where a loss could complicate things, his experience and calmness on the ball will be vital to seeing Cameroon through.

Mozambique vs Cameroon — Prediction

Mozambique 1–2 Cameroon

Mozambique have spirit and momentum, but Cameroon have the pedigree and the historical edge (winning the last 4 competitive meetings comfortably). The Indomitable Lions usually find a way in the group stages. Expect a tight game, with Cameroon’s superior quality in the final third eventually securing the win.

Mozambique vs Cameroon — Betting Insights

Cameroon to Win — High Probability
Vincent Aboubakar to Score — High Value (Penalty taker)
Both Teams to Score — YES (Mozambique’s attack is clicking)

Mozambique vs Cameroon — Where to Watch

International: beIN Sports, Canal+ Afrique
UK: Sky Sports Football
Streaming: CAF TV (YouTube – Selected Regions)

Mozambique vs Cameroon — FAQs

Q: When is the Mozambique vs Cameroon match?

A: The match kicks off on Wednesday, 31 December 2025, at 19:00 GMT.

Q: Does Mozambique need to win to qualify?

A: A win guarantees it. A draw leaves them on 4 points, which is usually enough for a “Best 3rd Place” spot, but leaves their fate in other teams’ hands.

Q: Who is suspended for Cameroon?

A: Junior Tchamadeu is out due to yellow card accumulation.