Cameroon host Uganda at the Stade de Marrakech on Friday in an international friendly. Both sides are expected to experiment with players and tactics, setting the stage for an open, high-scoring contest.
Cameroon come into this friendly off the back of a confident 3-1 win over Libya in World Cup qualifying, a result that moved them one point behind Cape Verde in Group D. With four games left to play and 12 points still on offer, the Indomitable Lions are well within reach of qualification to the global stage and will be eager to build momentum.
Recent performances have shown promise in attack, with seven goals scored in their last five matches, although there are still questions at the back, where they have let in four over the same stretch. This match offers a useful chance to test new ideas, tighten the gaps, and sharpen their approach ahead of a decisive few months.
Uganda arrive in Morocco after a gritty 1-0 win over Guinea in World Cup qualifying, taking them three points off second place in Group G. The dream of a first-ever FIFA World Cup appearance remains alive, and every step forward adds to their growing belief.
This friendly gives the Cranes a valuable opportunity to shuffle the pack and explore fresh tactical ideas. They have won four of their last five matches in all competitions, scoring five goals in that run, and will be looking to extend that momentum while continuing to fine-tune their setup.
How the bookies view it:
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Head to head: Both teams at par
All three previous meetings have ended in stalemates, including their last encounter which ended in a 1-1 draw.
Players to watch: Reliable Aboubakar
Vincent Aboubakar has netted 44 goals for Cameroon and is often the focal point of their attack. He could combine with Boris Enow to produce over 1.5 goals for the Indomitable Lions.
Allan Okello and Muhammad Shaban have scored Uganda’s last two goals and could be worth keeping an eye on. Both men can combine to score over 0.5 goals for the the Ugandans.
Probable lineups:
Cameroon have the full complement of the invited players for this fixture. Jean-Charles Castelletto, Enow and Aboubakar are all expected to start for Marc Brys’ side.
Uganda have a really strong squad to select from. The likes of Okello, Shaban and Rogers Mato are all expected to start in attack for the Ugandans.
Cameroon: Epassy, Fai, Castelletto, Yongwa, Kilama, Onana, Ndzie, Younoussa, Enow, Ganago, Aboubakar
Uganda: Alionzi, Kayondo, Capradossi, Mugabi, Bwomono, Sekaganda, Mutyaba, Samakula, Moto, Shaban, Okello
Anything else catch the eye?
Both teams have scored in three of Cameroon's last five matches and a repeat can be considered. Three of their last five matches have also produced over 2.5 goals, which is likely to be the outcome on Friday.
Three of Cameroon's last five matches have offered up goals in each half and could be set for a similar pattern.
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