Cameroon beat Gabon in the UNIFFAC semi-final and qualify for the U20 AFCON

Cameroon have reached the final of the 2026 UNIFFAC tournament currently being held in Yaoundé. After falling behind, the Cameroonians showed character to turn the match around and secure a comfortable victory over Gabon on Wednesday 21 October.

After conceding the opening goal, the young Cameroonians gradually regained control of the match to eventually win by a three-goal margin. Joachim Songue was one of the key players in this victory, scoring a brace.

Samuel Achu and Bengono Manga also played their part in the comeback, scoring a goal each. With this victory, Cameroon have qualified for the final of the UNIFFAC tournament and have also secured their place at the next U20 Africa Cup of Nations.

Cameroon will face the Central African Republic in the UNIFFAC tournament final, aiming to cap off the competition with a title. The U20 Lions have had a flawless run right up to the semi-finals.

They won both their group stage matches and finished top of Group A. By reaching the final, they are one step closer to the title.