South Africa

Cameroon defeated South Africa 2–1 in the Africa, Africa Cup of Nations - Round of 16 on Sunday, January 4, 2026. Full highlights, player ratings and match statistics are available below.

Match Report — South Africa vs Cameroon

This Africa, Africa Cup of Nations - Round of 16 2026 match between South Africa and Cameroon has now concluded. The full-time score of 1–2 reflects the performance of both sides across 90 minutes of competitive Africa, Africa Cup of Nations - Round of 16 football. LCores tracked every goal, substitution, yellow card and red card in real time throughout this fixture. Use the Statistics tab above to review possession, shots on target, corners and fouls from this match. The Lineups tab shows both confirmed starting XIs, player ratings and substitutes used by each team.

Highlights — South Africa vs Cameroon 1–2

The South Africa vs Cameroon highlights video is available in the Highlights tab above. Highlights are typically uploaded within 1–3 hours of the final whistle. The video covers all goals, key chances and decisive moments from this Africa, Africa Cup of Nations - Round of 16 2026 fixture. LCores provides free match highlights for all Africa, Africa Cup of Nations - Round of 16 games — no subscription needed.

Player Ratings & Performance — South Africa vs Cameroon

Individual player ratings for South Africa and Cameroon from this match are available in the Lineups tab. Ratings reflect each player's contribution across the 90 minutes, based on goals, assists, key passes, defensive actions and overall performance data. Top performers from both South Africa and Cameroon are highlighted in the formation view.

Goals & Key Events

Unknown found the net in the 34'' minute. Unknown found the net in the 47'' minute. Unknown found the net in the 88'' minute.

There were 9 substitutions across both sides during the match.

How to Watch South Africa vs Cameroon Live

Fans around the world can follow South Africa vs Cameroon live on LCores for free. In the United Kingdom, the match is expected to be available on Sky Sports or TNT Sports. US viewers can check ESPN+ or Paramount+ for live coverage. In Canada, DAZN and TSN are the primary broadcasters for Africa, Africa Cup of Nations - Round of 16 fixtures. Australian fans should look to Optus Sport or Kayo Sports. Viewers in Saudi Arabia and across the Arab world can watch on beIN Sports, thmanyah or MBC Sport. LCores provides a free live score stream for South Africa vs Cameroon with real-time match events, statistics and lineups — no subscription required.

For the full match highlights video, detailed player ratings and complete statistics from this Africa, Africa Cup of Nations - Round of 16 2026 fixture between South Africa and Cameroon, navigate the tabs above. LCores covers all Africa, Africa Cup of Nations - Round of 16 matches with real-time data, archived results and free highlight videos — completely free for fans worldwide.