DOUALA (Cameroon) - Cameroon concluded their FIBA AfroCan qualifying campaign on home ground with a decisive win. After losing 83-80 to Gabon in their opening match of the FIBA Africa Zone 4 qualifiers, the Indomitable Lions defeated the Republic of Congo 86-63, finishing the qualifiers in second place. This victory marked the second-largest winning margin of the tournament.
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Despite the match having little impact on the standings, as Gabon had already secured their qualification for the FIBA AfroCan with two wins, Cameroon aimed to exit the tournament positively. Coach François Enyegue utilized his substitutes effectively, particularly Dylan Ngompe Lele, who contributed significantly with 20 points, shooting 7-for-16 overall and 5-for-10 from three-point range.
Désiré Mouzita and Samuel Johnny Mouyayangui attempted to lead Congo to their first victory, each scoring 14 points, but their efforts fell short, leaving Congo with an 0-2 record. In contrast, Cameroon finished their qualifiers with a record of 1-1, while Gabon completed the stage undefeated, securing their place in the 2027 FIBA Africa championship.