By Boris Esono
Football Writer, Kick442.com-Cameroon
Elite Football des Boissons du Cameroun (EFBC) U18 secured a thrilling 4-3 victory over the U17 Indomitable Lions in a high-scoring friendly at the Japoma Annex Stadium. The friendly counted for preparatory activities before the UNIFFAC U17 Tournament in Douala.
Angel Yondjo was the undisputed star of the match, netting all four goals for EFBC in a sensational individual performance that left the young Lions struggling to contain his attacking prowess. His clinical finishing proved decisive as EFBC maintained their dominance throughout the game.
Despite the loss, the U17 Indomitable Lions showed resilience, with Emini Zibi Jordan, Kolly Djadja, and Omar Tsombeng all finding the back of the net. Their efforts ensured a tense battle until the final whistle, but it wasn’t enough to overcome EFBC’s firepower.
The match served as a crucial test for the U17 national team as they prepare for the upcoming UNIFFAC U17 tournament, where they will compete for a spot in the U17 Africa Cup of Nations. Head coach Saidou Alioum is expected to fine-tune his squad based on the lessons learned from this encounter.
With the UNIFFAC tournament drawing closer, the young Lions must improve their defensive organization while maintaining their attacking momentum. Meanwhile, Angel Yondjo’s remarkable display has further cemented his status as one of the most promising young talents in Cameroon’s youth football scene.
The U17 Indomitable Lions will look to put this disappointment behind them when the UNIFFAC Tournament begins in Douala on February 16. Cameroon will get things going against DR Congo at the Douala Reunification Stadium at 1 pm. The second encounter will see the Central Africa Republic go against the Congo.
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