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Cameroon's World Cup Hopes Dashed in Agonizing Defeat
14 Nov
Summary
- Cameroon miss out on 2026 World Cup after losing play-off
- Manchester United's Bryan Mbeumo storms off field in frustration
- Cameroon's former Chelsea star Andre Onana also misses tournament
In a devastating blow for Cameroon, the national team has failed to secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup, set to be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. After finishing second in their qualifying group, Cameroon faced DR Congo in a play-off match, where they were expected to win. However, a late goal from Chancel Mbemba, formerly of Newcastle, condemned Cameroon to a 1-0 defeat, sparking scenes of anguish among the players.
The loss was particularly devastating for Manchester United star Bryan Mbeumo, who was seen storming off the field in a fit of frustration. Mbeumo, Cameroon's talisman, will now miss out on the prestigious tournament, along with his former national team teammate Andre Onana, who left Manchester United for Trabzonspor in the summer.
Cameroon have a proud history at the World Cup, having made eight appearances since their debut in 1982, the most of any African team. However, their failure to qualify this time around has left the country's football fans and officials deeply disappointed, with pressure now mounting on manager Marc Brys.
