Cameroon Media Responds to Bryan Mbeumo’s Performance in AFCON Group Stage Against Ivory Coast

Manchester United supporters have been watching several players in action at the ongoing AFCON as the group stage unfolds.

A key match took place in Group F, featuring tournament hosts and defending champions Ivory Coast, with Amad Diallo, against Bryan Mbeumo and Cameroon in Marrakech.

Both teams sought a win to strengthen their chances of advancing as the final matchday approaches.

The match began with a competitive atmosphere.

Ivory Coast started strong and looked more composed early on, even hitting the crossbar in the opening minutes, forcing Cameroon to defend desperately.

However, Cameroon also showed promise on the counterattack and came close to scoring with a shot that struck the woodwork, leaving the first half scoreless but lively.

Following the break, Amad Diallo opened the scoring for Ivory Coast in the 51st minute.

The Manchester United player received a well-placed pass from Ghislain Konan, beat his defender, and curled in a fine shot past Devis Epassy, making it 1-0.

Cameroon quickly responded, demonstrating their resilience.

Minutes later, a deflected shot from Junior Tchamadeu from outside the box fooled Yahia Fofana and went into the net, leveling the game at 1-1 and shifting the momentum back to Cameroon.

The final half-hour of the match was intense, with Ivory Coast launching set-pieces and maintaining pressure, while Cameroon remained dangerous on the counterattack.

Bryan Mbeumo had a chance to clinch victory in the closing moments but missed as the Ivorian defense scrambled to clear.

CamFoot rated Mbeumo’s performance at 7.5/10, noting his role in initiating quick counter-attacks.

The review continued: “He hit the crossbar in the first half, contributed to Kofané’s shot that also struck the bar, and was a constant threat with his skill and speed.

“Creative and influential, he troubled the Ivorian defense significantly.”

With the match ending in a draw, both Cameroon and Ivory Coast are tied with four points, ensuring that first place and qualification will be determined in the final match.