Cameroon will face Morocco at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Morocco, on January 9, 2026, in an Africa Cup of Nations 2025 quarterfinal match at 20:00 local time (19:00 GMT). Hosts Morocco, bolstered by home support and strong form, aim to reach the semifinals in their quest for a first title since 1976, while five-time champions Cameroon look to continue their resilient run after overcoming adversity.
Cameroon vs Morocco Key Stats & Trends
Morocco have 3 of their 4 AFCON matches
The Atlas Lions average 2.0 goals scored and 0.6 conceded per game.
Morocco have kept clean sheets in 3 of their 4 matches.
Cameroon have won 3 of their 4 AFCON games
The Indomitable Lions average 1.2 goals scored and 0.8 conceded per game.
Cameroon kept only 1 clean sheet in the tournament so far.
In their last five H2H, Cameroon have a 2-1 edge over Morocco, with 2 draws.
Cameroon vs Morocco Recent Form
Morocco advanced with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Tanzania in the round of 16 courtesy of Brahim Diaz’s goal (his fourth of the tournament). With the return of Achraf Hakimi, the Atlas Lions are heading to this tie with the favorites target in front of their home fans.
Cameroon edged South Africa 2-1 in the last 16 with goals from Junior Tchamadeu and Christian Kofane. The Indomitable Lions progressed unbeaten from their group (shared top spot with Ivory Coast on goals scored) showing resilience amid off-field challenges. David Pagou’s men may be considered as underdogs, but have all it takes to knockout the host country.
Predicted Line-ups
Cameroon: Epassy; Tolo, Kotto, Malone ; Tchamadeu, Yongwa, Baleba, Avom ; Mbeumo, Namaso, Kofane.
Morocco: Bono; Hakimi (c), Aguerd, Massina, Mazraoui; Amrabat, El Aynaoui, El Khannouss; Diaz, Saibari, El Kaabi.
