CameroonOnline.ORG | The journey toward FIFA World Cup 2026 qualification continues with renewed determination for Cameroon’s Indomitable Lions. This Sunday, October 5, 2025, Head Coach Marc Brys, team captain Vincent Aboubakar, and members of the technical staff were seen at Nsimalen International Airport in Yaoundé as they departed for the Mauritius Islands. Their destination: Saint-Pierre, where preparations will begin for the upcoming Day 9 World Cup Qualifier against Mauritius, scheduled for October 8, 2025, at 2 p.m. local time.
This encounter with “The Dodos” promises to be more than just another fixture. It represents a defining moment in Cameroon’s campaign to secure a spot in the next World Cup. The presence of both Brys and Aboubakar at the forefront of the traveling contingent sends a clear message of unity and focus within the squad. The team’s leadership is intent on maintaining momentum and ensuring that every step forward strengthens their position in the qualification standings.
As the Lions set their sights on Mauritius, anticipation is already building back home and across the continent. Cameroon enters this phase with confidence but also respect for their opponents. Mauritius, though viewed as underdogs, have demonstrated resilience and discipline on home soil—qualities that make them a potentially challenging rival.
The Indomitable Lions’ arrival in Saint-Pierre marks the beginning of an intense final stretch in their qualifying journey. Training sessions and tactical adjustments will occupy the next few days as the team acclimates and refines its strategy. For fans, all eyes will be on Vincent Aboubakar, whose leadership and experience continue to inspire both teammates and supporters.
With just days left before kickoff, the atmosphere is charged with purpose. The clash against Mauritius is not merely a test of skill but a demonstration of Cameroon’s ambition to reaffirm its place among Africa’s footballing elite. As the Indomitable Lions prepare to roar once more, the message is unmistakable: Cameroon is ready for battle.