South Africa vs Cameroon Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 04 Jan 2026

Africa Cup of Nations Betting Preview: South Africa vs Cameroon

Group B runners-up South Africa take on Cameroon, who finished second in Group F, in this Africa Cup of Nations last-16 encounter at Al Barid, with kick-off set for 14:00 on Sunday 4 January.

We’ll back South Africa +0.25 on the Asian Handicap and split our stake between 0 and +0.5 when Bafana Bafana clash with Cameroon. A victory delivers a nice payout at -128 although a draw would still mean a return.

South Africa got the win in their last game. A 3-2 Africa Cup of Nations triumph occurred at Stade de Marrakech when meeting Zimbabwe. Bafana Bafana had nine shots on target and boasted 66% possession, with Tshepang Moremi, Lyle Foster and Oswin Appollis scoring one goal apiece.

Cameroon got the win in their previous game. A 2-1 Africa Cup of Nations triumph occurred at Stade Adrar when playing Mozambique. David Pagou's team had 48% possession and six shots on goal, while Nene (own goal) and Christian Kofane found the net.

Africa Cup of Nations		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
2	South Africa	3	2	0	1	5	4	1	5:4	6
2	Cameroon	3	2	1	0	4	2	2	4:2	7

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2 wins and 1 loss, averaging 1.7 goals from 6.3 shots on goal and 14.7 attempts. South Africa have had 62.3% possession, 495.7 passes and 3.7 corners per game. On average, their opponents have scored 1.3 goals from 3.3 shots on goal and 9.3 attempts, while being awarded 5.3 corners.

Oswin Appollis and Lyle Foster are the top scorers with 2 goals each, while Tshepang Moremi has 1. Lyle Foster is the leading assists maker with 2.

Cameroon have 2 victories and 1 draw, with an average of 1.3 goals from 3.7 shots on goal and 14.7 attempts. There’s been an average of 46.7% possession, 332.7 passes, 6.7 corners taken and 4.7 corners against, while they’ve conceded 0.7 goals from 2.0 shots on goal and 11.7 attempts.

Christian Kofane and Etta Eyong have found the net 1 times. Bryan Mbeumo is the top assists provider in the last 3 games with 1.

Confirmed Lineups

South Africa confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Ronwen Williams (GK), Khuliso Mudau, Siyabonga Ngezana, Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Samukelo Kabini, Teboho Mokoena, Nkosinathi Sibisi, Bathusi Aubaas, Oswin Appollis, Lyle Foster, Relebohile Mofokeng.

Cameroon confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Devis Epassy (GK), Che Malone, Samuel Kotto, Nouhou Tolo, Junior Tchamadeu, Arthur Avom, Carlos Baleba, Darlin Yongwa, Bryan Mbeumo, Christian Kofane, Danny Namaso.

South Africa vs Cameroon Prediction & Betting Tips

We’ve got your South Africa vs Cameroon bets covered, including our expert match prediction, top correct score pick, must-see player props and a tailored bet builder built for value.

Match Prediction

Back South Africa with a +0.25 Asian Handicap at -128 for this Africa Cup of Nations last-16 clash. We’re sweet on their chances of outperforming the match winner odds and this bet is a value proposition.

We study the Africa Cup of Nations form as a first port of call and also make sure we’re across any injuries before making our football predictions. Then it’s a case of understanding the sort of narrative that the stats provide.

Key South Africa vs Cameroon stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by South Africa in 18 of their last 20 games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by South Africa in 8 of their last 10 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Cameroon in 3 of their last 5 games.

Based on the latest odds from the top bookmakers, our pick carries a 56.2% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our tipsters think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 60-65%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

South Africa 1 - 0 Cameroon

Bafana Bafana are available at +550 when it comes to them winning 1-0. We like a correct score play and the chance to bag a nice return if our prediction is right.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Christian Michel Kofane Over 0.5 Shots On Target -125

Christian Michel Kofane (Cameroon) can be wagered at -125 to finish with at least one shot on goal. He stands out as a value pick when it comes to Shots on Target, with the recommendation being to wager this player prop pick.

Latest Christian Michel Kofane Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+250

First

+525

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-164

Under 0.5

-105

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Lyle Foster to Score +300

Lyle Foster (South Africa) has scored four goals in his past eight games. It’s worth a gamble on the +300 for him to be Anytime Goalscorer as there’s plenty of juice in these betting odds.

Latest Lyle Foster Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+300

First

+700

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-137

Under 0.5

-127

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South Africa vs Cameroon Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

The bookies have betting odds of +155 for Cameroon to win this Africa Cup of Nations last-16 clash, while you could instead opt for South Africa at +220, with the draw being the third Full-Time Result option at +180.

Cameroon can be backed alternatively on the Draw No Bet market and that means getting -152. However, if you want insurance on the underdogs instead, South Africa are +106.

If you’re anticipating that two goals or less will be netted throughout the contest, then Under 2.5 Goals is a definite runner. As long as one team or more fails to score, then the No option on the Both Teams to Score market will pay out at -141.

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Full-Time Result

1

+220

X

+180

2

+155

Half-Time Result

1

+275

X

-104

2

+220

Double Chance

1X

-204

12

-244

X2

-303

Draw No Bet

1

+106

2

-152

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-141

2 Hcp -0.25

+108

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-217

Over 2.5

+160

Both Teams to Score

Yes

+102

No

-141

Favourite Bryan Mbeumo is now available at +390 to be the First Goalscorer. You will find similar odds apply when it comes to him scoring the last goal.

Bryan Mbeumo (Cameroon)

First

+175

Anytime

+390

Karl Etta (Cameroon)

First

+220

Anytime

+500

Christian Michel Kofane (Cameroon)

First

+250

Anytime

+525

Iqraam Rayners (South Africa)

First

+250

Anytime

+550

Frank Magri (Cameroon)

First

+300

Anytime

+650

Georges-Kevin N'Koudou (Cameroon)

First

+300

Anytime

+650

Lyle Foster (South Africa)

First

+300

Anytime

+700

Appollis, Oswin (South Africa) (South Africa)

First

+370

Anytime

+800

Danny Namaso (Cameroon)

First

+400

Anytime

+800

Christian Bassogog (Cameroon)

First

+450

Anytime

+950

Tshepang Moremi (South Africa)

First

+500

Anytime

+1100

Relebohile Mofokeng (South Africa)

First

+600

Anytime

+1300

Teboho Mokoena (South Africa)

First

+650

Anytime

+1400

Mohau Nkota (South Africa)

First

+750

Anytime

+1600

Sipho Mbule (South Africa)

First

+850

Anytime

+1900

Arthur Avom (Cameroon)

First

+950

Anytime

+2200

Aubrey Modiba (South Africa)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2200

Kabini Samuekelo (South Africa)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2200

Khuliso Mudau (South Africa)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2200

Thalente Mbatha (South Africa)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2200

Sphephelo Sithole (South Africa)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2200

Bryan Mbeumo (Cameroon)

Over 0.5

-250

Under 0.5

+135

Christian Michel Kofane (Cameroon)

Over 0.5

-164

Under 0.5

-105

Karl Etta (Cameroon)

Over 0.5

-159

Under 0.5

-111

Iqraam Rayners (South Africa)

Over 0.5

-149

Under 0.5

-116

Lyle Foster (South Africa)

Over 0.5

-137

Under 0.5

-127

Frank Magri (Cameroon)

Over 0.5

-130

Under 0.5

-133

Georges-Kevin N'Koudou (Cameroon)

Over 0.5

-115

Under 0.5

-147

Appollis, Oswin (South Africa) (South Africa)

Over 0.5

-100

Under 0.5

-175

Danny Namaso (Cameroon)

Over 0.5

+115

Under 0.5

-204

Christian Bassogog (Cameroon)

Over 0.5

+115

Under 0.5

-208

Tshepang Moremi (South Africa)

Over 0.5

+160

Under 0.5

-303

Relebohile Mofokeng (South Africa)

Over 0.5

+200

Under 0.5

-417

Teboho Mokoena (South Africa)

Over 0.5

+200

Under 0.5

-400

Mohau Nkota (South Africa)

Over 0.5

+240

Under 0.5

-556

Sipho Mbule (South Africa)

Over 0.5

+260

Under 0.5

-625

Arthur Avom (Cameroon)

Over 0.5

+300

Under 0.5

-769

Kabini Samuekelo (South Africa)

Over 0.5

+340

Under 0.5

-909

Khuliso Mudau (South Africa)

Over 0.5

+340

Under 0.5

-909

Aubrey Modiba (South Africa)

Over 0.5

+370

Under 0.5

-1000

Sphephelo Sithole (South Africa)

Over 0.5

+380

Under 0.5

-1111

Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.

South Africa Stats

Cameroon Stats

Full-Time Result

• 6 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 6 wins, 1 defeat and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

• 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 3 wins, 2 defeats and 5 draws in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

• An average of 1.70 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.50 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
• An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 3.80 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
• BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

• An average of 1.20 goals scored and 0.50 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 0.70 goals scored and 0.60 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
• An average of 1.70 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.30 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
• BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 away matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 1 of the previous 10 away matches

Corners

• An average of 3.67 corners awarded and 5.33 corners conceded in the last 3 matches
• An average of 2.67 corners awarded and 5.33 corners against in the last 3 home matches
• An average of 9.00 corners awarded in the last 3 matches
• An average of 8.00 corners awarded in the last 3 home matches
• Had the most corners in 1 and least corners in 1 of the last 3 matches
• Had the most corners in 1 and least corners in 2 of the last 3 home matches

Corners

• An average of 6.67 corners awarded and 4.67 corners conceded in the last 3 matches
• An average of 4.00 corners awarded and 4.00 corners against in the last 3 away matches
• An average of 11.33 corners awarded in the last 3 matches
• An average of 8.00 corners awarded in the last 3 away matches
• Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 1 of the last 3 matches
• Had the most corners in 1 and least corners in 2 of the last 3 away matches

Possession

• An average of 62.33% possession in the last 3 matches
• An average of 52.67% possession in the last 3 home matches
• Most possession in 3 of the last 3 matches
• Most possession in 2 of the last 3 home matches

Possession

• An average of 46.67% possession in the last 3 matches
• An average of 51.67% possession in the last 3 away matches
• Most possession in 0 of the last 3 matches
• Most possession in 1 of the last 3 away matches

South Africa vs Cameroon Lineups & Team News

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