Match: Africa Cup of Nations
Fixture: Cameroon vs Gabon
Local Kick-off Time: December 24, 21:00
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Opening Odds
| Category | Option | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| 1X2 | 1 | 2.00 |
| X | 3.00 | |
| 2 | 3.80 | |
| Asian Handicap | -0.5 | 2.00 |
| +0.5 | 1.80 | |
| Scored | Goals Threshold: 2/2.5 | - |
| Over (2/2.5) | 2.02 | |
| Under (2/2.5) | 1.77 | |
| Corners | Corners Threshold: 8.5 | - |
| Over (8.5) | 1.83 | |
| Under (8.5) | 1.83 |
Summary: Gabon Win or Draw
If there is one team that has made the most headlines in this Africa Cup, it must be Cameroon. The conflict between Eto'o and the national sports ministry has torn Cameroon's preparation plan to shreds. No one knows how much the aftermath of dismissing Onana and Aboubakar has affected the dressing room. Amid internal and external troubles, the Asian Handicap line for Cameroon has dropped from -0.5 to -0.25, which clearly shows that the only confidence in Cameroon comes from their star-studded squad. Although Aubameyang is absent from this match, it does not mean that Cameroon, which has had a poor record this year, can easily win this match. As a blockbuster showdown on this matchday, Gabon should seize this rare opportunity to get points. We can have more confidence in Gabon remaining unbeaten in their Africa Cup debut.
Comprehensive Prediction Analysis:
Cameroon
Under the leadership of coach David Pagou, Cameroon emphasizes discipline, rigor and unity. The squad includes leaders like Christian Bassogog, mainstays like Bryan Mbeumo, and rookie Christian Kofane who also reinforces the offense. This match is crucial for Cameroon; only by uniting as one can they build momentum and go further in the group with strong opponents. Fans across the country are expecting the team to rebuild its glory with cohesive strength. In Africa Cup history, Cameroon stands tall with 5 championships, second only to Egypt in the number of titles. Cameroon experienced coaching turmoil before the tournament, and the team is in urgent need of stability. They are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation to seek a balance between offense and defense. The goalkeeper position will be taken by Devis Epassy. The double pivot of Jean Junior Onana and Carlos Baleba in midfield is crucial, as they will provide running, physicality and transition from defense to attack. On the offensive end, they will rely heavily on Bryan Mbeumo's speed and cutting inside on the right wing to supply ammunition for striker Frank Magri. The team's style will lean towards direct play, emphasizing physical confrontation and quick transitions.
Summary | Total: 19 (Scored 13, Conceded 6); Win Rate: 40.00% (W4 D3 L3) | - | - |
| 2025/11/14FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF) | Cameroon | 0-1 (HT 0-1 FT 0-1) | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| 2025/10/14FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF) | Cameroon | 0-0 (HT 0-0 FT 0-0) | Angola |
| 2025/10/08FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF) | Mauritius | 0-2 (HT 0-0 FT 0-2) | Cameroon |
| 2025/09/10FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF) | Cape Verde | 1-0 (HT 1-0 FT 1-0) | Cameroon |
| 2025/09/05FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF) | Cameroon | 3-0 (HT 3-0 FT 3-0) | Eswatini |
| 2025/06/10International Friendly | Equatorial Guinea | 1-1 (HT 1-1 FT 1-1) | Cameroon |
| 2025/06/07International Friendly | Cameroon | 3-0 (HT 1-0 FT 3-0) | Uganda |
| 2025/03/26FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF) | Cameroon | 3-1 (HT 1-1 FT 3-1) | Libya |
| 2025/03/20FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF) | Eswatini | 0-0 (HT 0-0 FT 0-0) | Cameroon |
| 2024/12/28CAF African Nations Championship | Cameroon | 1-2 (HT 1-1 FT 1-2) | Central African Republic |
Gabon
Gabon has appeared in the Africa Cup 8 times, with their best result being reaching the quarter-finals twice. Gabon has suffered a heavy blow: their captain and all-time top scorer Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has been ruled out of the first match due to a thigh injury. The absence of this Marseille forward has cost Gabon their sharpest attacking weapon. To make matters worse, defender Urie-Michel Mboula has also withdrawn from the Africa Cup due to a recurring thigh injury and has been replaced. With Aubameyang absent, Gabon's tactical intent has become clearer: solid defense and looking for opportunity to counter-attacks. They are likely to adopt a compact 4-3-3 formation. The experience of veteran Bruno Ecuele Manga, the defensive core, is the team's lifeline. In midfield, Mario Lemina will play a key role as a ball-winner and tempo-setter. In Aubameyang's absence, the explosive speed and breakthroughs of Los Angeles FC winger Denis Bouanga will be Gabon's most relied-upon weapon in counter-attacks.
Summary | Total: 30 (Scored 21, Conceded 9); Win Rate: 60.00% (W6 D2 L2) | - | - |
| 2025/11/14FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF) | Nigeria | 4-1 (HT 0-0 FT 1-1) | Gabon |
| 2025/10/15FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF) | Gabon | 2-0 (HT 0-0 FT 2-0) | Burundi |
| 2025/10/10FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF) | Gambia | 3-4 (HT 2-2 FT 3-4) | Gabon |
| 2025/09/10FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF) | Gabon | 0-0 (HT 0-0 FT 0-0) | Côte d'Ivoire |
| 2025/09/03FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF) | Seychelles | 0-4 (HT 0-3 FT 0-4) | Gabon |
| 2025/06/10International Friendly | Gabon | 2-0 (HT 1-0 FT 2-0) | Guinea Bissau |
| 2025/06/07International Friendly | Gabon | 3-4 (HT 1-2 FT 3-4) | Niger |
| 2025/03/25FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF) | Kenya | 1-2 (HT 1-2 FT 1-2) | Gabon |
| 2025/03/21FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF) | Gabon | 3-0 (HT 2-0 FT 3-0) | Seychelles |
| 2025/03/08CAF African Nations Championship | Gabon | 0-0 (Penalty kick 3-5; HT 0-0 FT 0-0) | Gambia |
Handicap Prediction:Cameroon -0.25 (Asian Handicap)Cameroon Win (European Odds)Predicted Scores: 1-1, 0-1, 0-2Predicted Total Goals: 0, 1, 2
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