Ivory Coast vs Cameroon: The clash everyone's waiting for

Ivory Coast face Cameroon in the headline clash as AFCON 2025 delivers four crucial Group E and F fixtures on Sunday.

By Sarah WhitmorePublished Dec 27, 2025, 8:24 PMUpdated Dec 27, 2025, 8:26 PM
Ivory Coast - Cameroon

Sunday at AFCON 2025 promises fireworks. Four matches, two groups, and the tournament's most anticipated clash so far: Ivory Coast against Cameroon.

The full schedule (all times CET)

13:30 - Gabon vs Mozambique (Group F)
Grand Stade d'Agadir

Both teams enter searching for their first points after opening defeats. Gabon fell 1-0 to Cameroon while Mozambique suffered the same fate against holders Ivory Coast. This is effectively an elimination match.

16:00 - Equatorial Guinea vs Sudan (Group E)
Mohammed V Stadium, Casablanca

Equatorial Guinea's 2-1 loss to Burkina Faso leaves them needing results. Sudan, hammered 3-0 by Algeria, face similar pressure. Another virtual knockout game between two desperate teams.

18:30 - Algeria vs Burkina Faso (Group E)
Prince Moulay El Hassan Stadium, Rabat

The group leaders collide. Algeria's 3-0 demolition of Sudan showcased their firepower, while Burkina Faso's narrow win over Equatorial Guinea demonstrated grit. A draw would suit both, but pride rarely allows such pragmatism.

21:00 - Ivory Coast vs Cameroon (Group F)
Grand Stade de Marrakech

The headliner. Defending champions Ivory Coast, seeking their first back-to-back AFCON titles since 2013, meet five-time winners Cameroon. Both won their openers 1-0, setting up a clash that should decide Group F supremacy.

What to watch for

The evening double-header in Groups E and F will clarify the qualification picture considerably. Leaders meeting leaders means someone will blink first.

Ivory Coast's attacking depth—Nicolas Pépé, Franck Kessié, Sébastien Haller—faces Cameroon's veteran defensive nous. Vincent Aboubakar, the Indomitable Lions' talisman, hasn't scored yet but rarely stays quiet for long.

In Group E, Algeria's front three of Islam Slimani, Riyad Mahrez, and Said Benrahma will test Burkina Faso's defensive discipline. The Stallions counter-attack at pace, making this a fascinating tactical battle.

Stakes summary

  • Gabon vs Mozambique: Loser likely eliminated
  • Equatorial Guinea vs Sudan: Loser likely eliminated
  • Algeria vs Burkina Faso: Winner tops Group E
  • Ivory Coast vs Cameroon: Winner takes Group F pole position

Where to watch

All matches broadcast live on beIN Sports across multiple regions. Check local listings for specific channels.

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Sarah Whitmore

A 32-year-old English journalist from London. Expert in the Premier League, FA Cup and English women’s football. She also covers English clubs in the Champions League, Europa League and Conference League, and monitors English players in other top leagues (Spain, Germany, Italy). Passionate about data, she interprets tactical trends and evolutions in the game.