Host nation Morocco face Cameroon on Friday at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, with both sides battling for a place in the Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals.
Both countries exited the competition at the round of 16 in the previous edition but have already gone one step further this time, with the Atlas Lions edging past Tanzania, while the Indomitable Lions showed resilience to overcome South Africa.
Morocco continue their journey in pursuit of a second AFCON title, having lifted the trophy for the first time in 1976, while Cameroon, who last won the tournament in 2017, are aiming for a sixth African championship.
Our Cameroon vs Morocco prediction provides a clear outlook on the contest, with additional AFCON betting tips also included.
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Cameroon vs Morocco prediction: Tight affair on the cards
Key stats:
- Morocco are yet to concede before half-time at this tournament.
- None of Cameroon’s last 11 matches have produced more than 3.5 goals.
- Morocco are unbeaten in their last 21 matches across all competitions.
- Eleven of Morocco’s last 12 AFCON victories have been secured with clean sheets
Correct score prediction: Cameroon 0–1 Morocco
Cameroon have performed above expectations, particularly considering the off-field challenges they faced in the build-up to the tournament.
Avoiding defeat against defending champions Ivory Coast was encouraging, while overcoming a well-organised South Africa side in the round of 16 was another strong showing.
Friday’s encounter represents the Indomitable Lions’s toughest test so far, as they face the host nation, who currently sit top of the FIFA rankings in Africa.
However, Morocco have not been entirely convincing throughout the tournament, needing a second-half Brahim Diaz goal to edge past Tanzania in the previous round, but the Atlas Lions are expected to find a way through, backed by home support, in what should be a closely contested affair.
Pre-match odds and win probability: Morocco favourites by some margin
- HOME: 4/1 (5.00) – 16.7%
- DRAW: 12/5 (3.40) – 29.4%
- AWAY: 3/5 (1.60) – 62.5%
*Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes and subject to change.
The bookmakers have tipped Morocco as clear favourites, with a 62.5% implied probability, compared to 16.7% for a Cameroon victory in regulation time. The chance of the match extending beyond 90 minutes is priced at 29.4%.
Our hot tip — more goals in the second half — offers solid value at 6/5 (2.20).
Most recent H2H: Recent success for Morocco
Morocco failed to record a victory in 11 previous head-to-head meetings with Cameroon (D4, L7) but have won the last two.
That run began with a 2–0 win in the 2018 AFCON qualifiers, followed by a commanding 4–0 victory in the 2021 African Nations Championship.
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Cameroon preview: Two key players doubtful
The win over South Africa came at a cost, with Carlos Baleba and Darlin Yongwa both forced off, leaving their availability in doubt.
Predicted XI: Epassy (GK), Malone Junior, Kotto, Nouhou, Tchamadeu, Avom, Kemen, Nagida, Mbeumo, Namaso & Kofane
Cameroon’s last five results:
- 04/01/26: South Africa 1–2 Cameroon (W)
- 31/12/25: Mozambique 1–2 Cameroon (W)
- 28/12/25: Ivory Coast 1–1 Cameroon (D)
- 24/12/25: Cameroon 1–0 Gabon (W)
- 13/11/25: Cameroon 0–1 DR Congo (L)
Morocco preview: Key midfielder ruled out of tournament
Morocco have been dealt a blow with midfielder Azzedine Ounahi ruled out of the remainder of the tournament due to a leg injury.
Veteran defender Romain Saiss is also a doubt for Friday’s match as he continues his recovery after being forced off in the opening game against Comoros.
On a positive note, Achraf Hakimi is fully fit again after making his first start of the tournament in the previous round.
Predicted XI: Bono (GK), Hakimi, Aguerd, Masina, Mazraoui, El Khannouss, El Aynaoui, Saibari, Diaz, El Kaabi & Ezzalzouli
Morocco’s last five results:
- 04/01/26: Morocco 1–0 Tanzania (W)
- 29/12/25: Zambia 0–3 Morocco (W)
- 26/12/25: Morocco 1–1 Mali (D)
- 21/12/25: Morocco 2–0 Comoros (W)
- 18/12/25: Jordan 2–3 Morocco (W)
Player to watch: Brahim Diaz
Brahim Diaz has scored in each of Morocco’s four matches at the ongoing AFCON, making him the tournament’s leading scorer with four goals and it remains to be seen whether the Real Madrid winger can extend that impressive run on Friday.