Mauritius vs Cameroon Prediction for 8 October 2025 - Football

🔊 The showdown at the stadium in Mauritius promises to be intense. Cameroon arrive with high ambitions, and the hosts will surely look to capitalize on their home advantage. The visitors have shown a strong qualifying campaign so far, racking up a decent number of points and can edge closer to the top with a win. Mauritius, on the other hand, lag behind, lacking stability and confidence, especially in their attacking plays. This match will test the character of the Mauritian team: can they withstand the pressure from the favorites and perhaps put up a fight, or will Cameroon showcase their full potential and secure a commanding victory?

Head-to-Head

The last official match between the teams took place on 18 November 2023 and ended with a 3-0 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of the statistics from that encounter (Cameroon were the home side):

• possession: 70% vs 30%;
• corners: 6 vs 1;
• fouls: 11 vs 13;
• yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
• shots on target: 9 vs 1.

📊 The teams have faced each other in three official matches. Here are the stats:

• goals: 0 to 11;
• average goals in the 1st half – 1.33, in the 2nd half – 2.33;
• average total goals per match – 3.67.

Mauritius Team Overview

The team's last official match took place on as part of the World Cup Qualifiers, Africa (hosted by Angola, with Mauritius as the visitors). The match concluded with a 3-1 victory.

Here are the match stats (Mauritius vs Angola):

• possession: 34% vs 66%;
• corners: 1 vs 6;
• fouls: 13 vs 17;
• yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
• shots on target: 3 vs 9.

🔴 September's qualifying round was disastrous for Mauritius. First, they fell at home to Cape Verde (0:2), and then they couldn't handle Angola on the road (1:3). These defeats have firmly placed the islanders at the bottom of Group D. With five points after seven matches, they sit in fifth place and are already out of contention for a World Cup spot. For Mauritius, the remaining games are now about pride and gaining experience against stronger opponents.

Cameroon Team Overview

The visitors last played an official match on in the World Cup Qualifiers, Africa (Cabo Verde were the hosts, Cameroon the visitors). The match ended with a score of 1-0.

Here's a breakdown of the match statistics (Cameroon vs Cabo Verde):

• possession: 63% vs 37%;
• corners: 7 vs 2;
• fouls: 11 vs 17;
• yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
• shots on target: 2 vs 4.

🟢 September was a rollercoaster for Cameroon, blending triumph and disappointment. At home, the "Indomitable Lions" confidently defeated Eswatini (3-0), but their away trip to group leaders Cape Verde ended in a setback (0-1). Currently, the team sits second in Group D with 15 points, closely followed by Libya (14) and Angola (10). With two matches remaining against Mauritius and Angola, dropping points is not an option; any slip-up could jeopardize their potential World Cup berth in North America. If Cameroon wins both matches and Cape Verde at least draws one, the "Indomitable Lions" can secure direct qualification by finishing top of the group, so they certainly need no extra motivation.

Prediction for the 1st half

Head-to-head matches:

• Total encounters – 3;
• Number of first-half victories at home for the hosts – 0; for the visitors – 1; number of draws – 0;
• Average first-half total: 1.33;
• Today's hosts average 0 goals, while the visitors score 1.33.

• Cameroon have drawn the first half in their last 5 away matches.

Outcome Prediction

Outcome Prediction

Head-to-Head:

• Number of encounters – 3;
• Home wins – 0, Away wins – 3, Draws – 0.

Statistics: Mauritius vs Cameroon

• Matches played in the tournament: 8 vs 8;
• Victories: 1 vs 3;
• Win percentage: 17% vs 50%;
• Losses: 4 vs 1;
• Draws: 1 vs 2.

Last 10 Matches:

• Wins: 1 vs 5;
• Losses: 4 vs 2;
• Draws: 5 vs 3.

• Mauritius have covered a +2.5 handicap in 14 consecutive matches.
• Mauritius have covered a +2.5 handicap in their last 8 home matches.
• Mauritius have covered a +2.5 handicap in their last 7 World Cup Qualifying matches (Africa).

Total Goals Prediction

Head-to-Head

• Average goals scored by the home team - 0, away team - 3.67;
• Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 3.67;
• Both teams scored: never; at the home team's venue - never.

• Total goals under 3.5 have occurred in Mauritius' last 8 home matches.
• Total goals under 3.5 have occurred in Cameroon's last 9 away matches.

Cards Prediction

Mauritius: Statistics

• Season: average total in the tournament - 0.17; at home - 0;
• Last 10 matches: average total - 1.1; at home - 0.33.

Cameroon: Statistics

• Season: average total in the tournament - 0.33, away - 0.67;
• Last 10 matches: average total - 0.6; away - 0.6.

Both Teams to Score Prediction

Head-to-Head:

• Number of encounters – 3;
• Both teams scored - never;
• At the home team's venue - never.

Statistics: Mauritius vs Cameroon

• Matches played in the tournament: 8 vs 8;
• Matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 3 vs 3;
• Mauritius' BTTS at home – 1 (33%);
• Cameroon's BTTS away – 2 (67%).

Last 10 Matches:

• BTTS matches: 3 vs 4;
• Mauritius' BTTS at home – 1 (33%);
• Cameroon's BTTS away – 0 (0%).

Cameroon hold a clear advantage: in the first round, they comfortably defeated Mauritius at home (3-0), and their recent performances highlight their attacking prowess and consistency. The visitors, on the other hand, enter this match following a string of defeats and are already out of contention for advancing from the group, which gives the "Indomitable Lions" a psychological edge. Our pick: total goals under 3.5, a bet that has come through in 8 consecutive home matches for Mauritius and 9 consecutive away matches for Cameroon. We anticipate a "classy" victory for the visitors – 2-0.