The INVINCIBLES: Marc Brys ends TotalEnergies 2025 AFCON unbeaten
By Esther E. Otto
In a resounding display of skill and determination, the national Senior Men’s football team of Cameroon clinched a spot in the upcoming 35th edition of the African Cup of Nations, set to unfold in Morocco, unbeaten.
The Indomitable Lions sealed their passage without a single defeat throughout the qualifying phase, boasting an impressive record of 4 wins and 2 draws in six matches.
Cameroon’s journey commenced with a narrow yet vital 1-0 triumph over Namibia at the Roumdé Adja stadium in Garoua. A stalwart 0-0 stalemate against Zimbabwe in Kampala, Uganda, only fueled hunger for victory.
The team’s true prowess was on full display during a riveting clash with Kenya at the Omnisports stadium in Yaoundé. In a spectacle that left fans in awe, the Indomitable Lions orchestrated a sensational 4-1 triumph over the Harambee Stars.
A subsequent hard-fought 1-0 victory against Kenya in Kampala further solidified arguments for an AFCON squad by the indomitable Lions.
A brief hiccup in the form of a goalless draw against Namibia in South Africa did little to derail Cameroon’s momentum.
Marc Brys’ men shone brightly as they triumphed over Zimbabwe in Yaoundé, in a thrilling 2-1 victory on the final day of qualifiers.
Finishing atop group J with a commanding 14 points, Cameroon’s triumph was a testament to work done since the arrival of Marc Brys.
Zimbabwe followed closely in second place with 9 points, while Kenya and Namibia secured third and fourth positions, respectively.
As the countdown begins for the grand celebration of African football, Cameroon stands poised to make a formidable impact on the continent.
With a lineup of seasoned champions and rising stars, Marc Brys’ squad is primed to continue their winning streak and deliver a performance that will be etched in the annals of football history.
With Morocco as the host country and a stellar array of teams already qualified, including: Burkina Faso, Algeria, Senegal, and Nigeria among others, the stage is set.
