AFCON 2025 : Mbeumo Praises Team Effort After Hard-Fought Draw With Ivory Coast

Bryan Mbeumo has commended Cameroon’s performance following their draw against Ivory Coast, describing the encounter as a balanced contest between two well-matched sides.

Speaking after the game, the Cameroonian forward acknowledged the quality of Ivory Coast and the intensity of the match, noting that both teams came into the game fully prepared. “The team played a very good game. It was a tough opponent, tough game, but I think we were there and we were prepared for it,” Mbeumo said.

The Manchester United attacker admitted the game could have swung either way, with chances created at both ends. Cameroon threatened on several occasions, while Ivory Coast also had opportunities to claim victory, underlining the evenly contested nature of the encounter. “Obviously, both teams could have won today. We had chances, they had as well,” he added.

With the draw secured, Mbeumo stressed the importance of quickly shifting focus to the next challenge in the tournament. “We are now ready to prepare for the next game,” he concluded, thanking supporters for their backing.

The result leaves both Cameroon and Ivory Coast with valuable points as the group remains finely poised, setting the stage for an intriguing battle in the remaining fixtures.