The last time these two sides met, the Atlas Lions dominated the proceedings. This Wednesday, they clash again in a high-stakes AFCON 2025 quarterfinal at the Stade Prince Moulay Abdallah.

Hosts Morocco carry the weight of expectation, while a confident Cameroon side stands in their path to the semi-finals.

 

📈Team Form📉

 

🔸 Cameroon (Indomitable Lions): Coming off a 2-1 win against South Africa in the Round of 16.

🔹 Morocco (Atlas Lions): Advanced with a controlled victory over Tanzania. Host nation.

📊Key Stats & Head-to-Head 📊

 

🔥 Morocco is on a two-match winning streak against Cameroon.

🔥 The Atlas Lions have kept three clean sheets in their last four games.

🔥 Cameroon have only one clean sheet in their last four matches.

🔥 Morocco is undefeated in their last five matches (4 wins, 1 draw).

🔥In the overall head-to-head, Cameroon leads with 7 wins to Morocco's 2, with 4 matches ending in a draw.

 

🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥

 

🟢Cameroon | Form: L🔴W🟢D🟡W🟢W🟢:

 

The Indomitable Lions showed resilience to secure a 2-1 win over South Africa, but were concerned by a last-minute goal they conceded.

While confident, they face a tough task against the host nation. Their defence, with just one clean sheet recently, will need to be at its best to contain Morocco's potent attack.

 

⚪️Morocco | Form: W🟢W🟢D🟡W🟢W🟢:

 

The Atlas Lions fully controlled their last-16 game and are riding a wave of strong form as hosts of the tournament.

With a solid defence boasting three clean sheets in four games and a key attacker in brilliant form, they will be confident. However, they must overcome a historically tough opponent and the pressure of home expectation.

 

👥 Predicted Lineups 👥

 

🟢Cameroon (predicted 3-5-2):

Epassy (GK); Malone, Kotto, Tolo; Tchamadeu, Avom, Baleba, Namaso, Yongwa; Mbeumo, Kofane.

 

⚪️Morocco (predicted 4-3-3):

Bounou (GK); Hakimi, Aguerd, Masina, Mazraoui; El Khannouss, El Aynaoui, Saibari; Diaz, El Kaabi, Ezzalzouli.

 

🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀

 

✨ Christian Kofane (Cameroon) — Scored a crucial goal in the previous round and will be central to Cameroon's attack. Has two goals in three AFCON games.

✨ Brahim Diaz (Morocco) — In sensational form with four goals in four AFCON appearances. The Real Madrid star is the tournament's standout attacker so far.

✨ Achraf Hakimi (Morocco) — Provides a constant attacking threat from full-back for the hosts.

 

💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵

 

💵 Cameroon to win = 6.49

💵 Morocco to win = 1.67

💵 Both teams to score (Yes/No) = 2.38

💵 Over 2.5 total goals = 2.42

 

This clash presents a classic tournament battle: the in-form host nation against a historically strong opponent with a positive recent result.

With history favouring Cameroon overall, but current momentum favouring Morocco, Rabat is set for a compelling AFCON quarterfinal night.

Who do you think will advance to the semi-finals? Tell us your prediction in the comments.

🔗 You can follow the Cameroon vs Morocco game here on MSport.

 

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The last time these West London rivals met in August, Chelsea claimed a 2-0 victory at Stamford Bridge. With the near neighbours both stealing draws at the death in their last league games, and the Blues travelling to Craven Cottage to face a Fulham side riding a five-match unbeaten EPL run, this game promises to be fiery.

It's Premier League action on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, as Chelsea makes the short trip to Craven Cottage. The visitors will be aiming to restart their campaign after a four-match winless run in the division.

 

📈Team Form📉

 

⚪Fulham: Eleventh (11th) on the table with 28 points.

🔵Chelsea: Fifth (5th) on the table with 31 points.

 

📊Key Stats & Head-to-Head 📊

 

🔥Fulham are on a five-match unbeaten run in the Premier League.

🔥Chelsea have won just one of their last six away matches in all tournaments.

🔥Fulham have scored in 11 of their 12 home games this season.

🔥Chelsea have won four of their last five capital clashes with Fulham.

 

🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥

 

⚪Fulham | Form: W🟢L🔴W🟢W🟢D🟡D🟡

Marco Silva's side is in strong form, taking 11 points from their last 15 available. Their confidence will be high after a 97th-minute equalizer from Harrison Reed secured a 2-2 draw with Liverpool.

While missing several key players to the Africa Cup of Nations, the team has adapted well. They are pushing for European qualification and sit just three points behind Chelsea in the table.

 

🔵Chelsea | Form: W🟢W🟢D🟡L🔴D🟡D🟡

The Blues showed resilience to grab a last-gasp equalizer against Manchester City. Enzo Fernandez's late bundler secured a valuable point, but the team is in a patch of poor away form.

Chelsea could force their way back into the top four with a victory here. The possible arrival of a new boss could provide a fresh impetus for the visitors.

 

👥 Predicted Lineups 👥

 

⚪Fulham (possible):

Leno, Cuenca, Andersen, Diop, Castagne, Berge, Lukic, Robinson, Wilson, Kevin, Jimenez.

 

🔵Chelsea (possible):

Jorgensen, James, Chalobah, Badiashile, Gusto, Caicedo, Fernandez, Estevao, Pedro, Neto, Delap.

 

🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀

 

✨Enzo Fernandez — Scored the crucial late equalizer against Manchester City and is central to Chelsea's midfield.

✨Harrison Reed — His stunning long-range strike rescued a point against Liverpool; his energy could be impactful.

✨Moises Caicedo — Returns from suspension to bolster Chelsea's midfield in the derby.

✨Raul Jimenez — Leads the line for a Fulham side that scores consistently at home.

 

💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵

 

💵Fulham/Home to win = 3.47

💵Chelsea/Away to win = 2.17

💵Both teams to score (GG/NG Yes) = 1.68

💵Over 2.5 total goals = 1.81

 

This derby presents a clash of momentum: an in-form Fulham side strong at home faces a Chelsea team desperate to rediscover winning ways on the road.

With European places in sight for both and a history of close contests, Craven Cottage is set for a fiery West London Premier League night.

Who do you think will take the points? Tell us your prediction in the comments.

 

 

🔗 You can follow the Fulham vs Chelsea game here on MSport.

 

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