Cameroon vs Comoros Preview – prediction, team news, lineups | AFCON 2027 qualifiers
The Indomitable Lions won 2-1 when these sides last met.
The Cameroon national football team will now battle it out against the Comoros national football team for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. This match will take place at the Roumdé Adjia Stadium.
The Indomitable Lions are going to be in action for the first time since March 2026. They secured a 2-0 win against China and will be looking to keep their momentum alive. Their performances during the last AFCON campaign were not good enough.
The Cameroon national football team were knocked out by Morocco in the quarterfinals. The David Pagou-led side will be looking to control the game from the start at home. They must build a solid strategy right from the start, or otherwise it will become a pressurising situation.
The Comoros national football team had a face-off against Equatorial Guinea in June. They came out on top with a 1-0 victory. Los Coelacantes will also be looking to extend their positive run of form. The upcoming contest is not going to be an easy one for them.
They lack enough quality in the squad. Being away from home is also going to keep them under slight pressure.
Kick-off:
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- Location: Garoua, Cameroon
- Stadium: Roumdé Adjia Stadium
- Date: Friday, September 25
- Kick-off Time: 12:30 AM IST (Thursday, Sept 24; 07:00 pm GMT/ 03:00 am ET/ 12:00 pm PT)
- Referee: Abdulsalam Abiola Kasim
- VAR: In use
Form:
Cameroon: W-W-L-L-W
Comoros: D-D-L-L-W
Players to Watch
Bryan Mbeumo (Cameroon)
The Manchester United star is going to be one of the main men in the squad for the Cameroon national football team. He can help his side both in the midfield and attacking front. Bryan Mbeumo can be deployed as a winger as well as a sole striker.
With the ball at his feet, he is going to be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence.
Aboubacar Ali (Comoros)
The 20-year-old will be looking to step up his game so that he can help his side stand a chance against the Indomitable Lions. Aboubacar Ali will have a lot to prove, and being young gives him an extra edge on the attacking front.
Match Facts
- Cameroon have three wins to their name in their last five attempts.
- Comoros have only secured one win in their last five games.
- Los Coelacantes are winless against the Indomitable Lions.
Betting Tips & odds
- Cameroon to win
- Bryan Mbeumo to score
- Goals over 3.5
Injury and Team News
Etta Eyong is not going to be in action for Cameroon. He is currently not fit enough.
All of the selected squad members for Comoros are fit and ready to be in action.
Head-to-Head
Matches played: 3
Cameroon (wins): 2
Comoros (wins): 0
Draws: 1
Predicted Lineups
Cameroon predicted XI (4-4-1-1)
Ngapandouetnbu (GK); Tchatchoua, Keben, Samuel Kotto, Nagida; Namaso, Avom, Ryan Fosso, Djibirin; Yondjo; Mbeumo
Comoros predicted (4-3-3)
Mchindra (GK); Ali Mohamed Abdallah, Youssouf, Omari, Akim Abdallah; Hamada, Lutin, Mohamed; Zakouani, Aboubacar Ali, Amir
Match Prediction
Cameroon, with superior squad quality and home ground advantage, are going to have a slight edge. Comoros will have a tough competition on their hands.
The Indomitable Lions are likely to come out on top with a win.
Prediction: Cameroon 3-1 Comoros
Telecast Details
Nigeria: Canal+, Sport 1 Afrique
Cameroon: CRTV Sports, Canal+ Sport 1 Afrique
USA: beIN SPORTS en Español, fuboTV, beIN SPORTS CONNECT
When and where is Cameroon vs Comoros AFCON qualifier?
The Roumdé Adjia Stadium will witness this contest on September 24 (BST).
Where and how to watch AFCON qualifiers in the USA?
Fans can view all the matches live via beIN SPORTS en Español, fuboTV, beIN SPORTS CONNECT.
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