🇨🇲 Cameroon 0–1 DR Congo: Mbemba’s Late Goal Sends Congo Through
Cameroon’s hopes of progressing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup African Qualifying Playoffs suffered a major blow as they lost 0–1 to the Democratic Republic of the Congo in a tense semi-final clash.
The match was closely contested, with both sides creating opportunities. Cameroon’s attack, led by Bryan Mbeumo and Karl Etta Eyong, threatened on several occasions, but they failed to convert their chances. DR Congo, meanwhile, remained patient and capitalized on a set-piece.
The decisive moment came in the 92nd minute when Chancel Mbemba rose at the far post from a corner to score the winning goal. Cameroonian goalkeeper André Onana made several crucial saves, but the late strike ended Cameroon’s campaign in this stage of the qualifiers.
Match Highlights:
Goal: Chancel Mbemba (90+2’ DR Congo)
Cameroon struggled to break through a disciplined Congo defense
DR Congo now advance to face Nigeria in the next playoff round
The result is a bitter disappointment for Cameroon and a historic moment for DR Congo, who move one step closer to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
