Second Half:
As the second half begins, the Cameroon players momentarily halt their celebrations as referee Tessema Bamlak signals for VAR review, likely to confirm the legitimacy of the goal and check for any offside in the build-up play.
In the 56th minute, Georges-Kevin N'Koudou displays exceptional technique, delivering a beautiful lofted cross into the box. Karl Toko Ekambi meets the cross with a header inside the right post, putting Cameroon in the lead with a score of 1-0.
The match resumes in the 46th minute.
First Half:
The first half concludes as the referee blows the whistle after 45+5 minutes of play. Yankuba Minteh appears to be okay and ready to continue.
In the 45th minute, Yankuba Minteh is struggling, and it remains to be seen if his injury is severe.
Ablie Jallow's corner kick in the 43rd minute is too strong, going out of play. Musa Barrow gets a chance inside the box, but a defender clears the ball.
The cooling break is called by the referee in the 31st minute due to high temperatures.
Omar Colley is down injured in the 20th minute, prompting the referee to stop play for medical treatment.
Karl Toko Ekambi's tackle in the 18th minute is deemed to use excessive force, and the referee blows the whistle.
Frank Magri attempts a long-range shot in the 15th minute, but it lacks accuracy and goes over the crossbar.
The first 12 minutes see various attempts, crosses, and fouls, with both teams striving to gain control.
The match starts with Yankuba Minteh immediately requesting medical treatment after picking up an injury.
Cameroon is in need of a victory in their final group match to secure a spot in the Africa Cup of Nations knockout stage. Gambia, despite not having any points yet, aims to make it challenging for their opponents.
The group's other game features Senegal against Guinea, with Senegal already securing qualification for the next round after winning their opening two games.
Gambia's starting eleven features Gaye, Sanneh, Gomez, Colley, Mendy, Jallow, Manneh, Bobb, Minteh, Barrow, and Sowe.
Cameroon Lineup:
Ondoa, Castelletto, Wooh, Tolo, Tchato, Ntcham, Zambo, Yongwa, Toko Ekambi, Magri, Nkoudou
Gambia vs Cameroon Team News:
Yankuba Minteh stands out for Gambia, and midfielder Ebou Adams is available again after serving a one-match ban. Cameroon is concerned about the fitness of star striker Vincent Aboubakar, who missed the opening two games.
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