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20:26
With a crazy start, Gabriel Martinelli pulls past Collins Fai on the left baseline. His cross is found in the backcourt by Gabriel Jesus, who cannot push the ball past the defender.
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20:24
Rodrygo sharply hits the first post from a corner kick from the left. In the header duel, Vincent Aboubakar remains victorious against Fabinho.
22
20:22
Again and again the Brazilians become dangerous after crosses from the half-field. Alex Telles hits the ball into the danger zone from the left, where Fred artistically shoots over the goal from 15 meters.
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20:20
Cameroon can now hardly get to the playground equipment. The South Americans are extremely confident on the ball.
16
20:16
In the meantime, the Seleção has found its way into the game. Tite’s team sets the rhythm and prepares their opponents.
14
20:15
Collins Fai misjudged a cross from the right and jumped wide of the ball, allowing Gabriel Martinelli to head freely at the far post. Devis Epassy shows the first strong parade and steers the leather over the crossbar. That was close.
14
20:14
Brazil keep coming down the right side where Antony creates a stir. Dani Alves is also doing a good game so far.
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20:11
Dani Alves crosses into the center from the right half of the field. His cross is immediately transported out of the danger zone by Christopher Wooh.
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20:09
In the early stages, both teams neutralize each other in midfield. None of the teams can claim a clear advantage for themselves.
7.
20:07
Yellow card for Eder Militão (Brazil)
Brazil’s central defender Eder Militão also sees a yellow card for a relatively harmless foul in midfield.
6.
20:05
Yellow card for Nouhou Tolo (Cameroon)
With an explosive move, Antony Nouhou lets Tolo stand. The defender then straddles the Brazilian with both feet regardless of losses. Consequently, he sees the first warning of the game.
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20:04
The indomitable lions attack the Brazilians early in the build-up game. The Africans appear to be looking to capitalize on potential mismatches in the newly formed Seleção.
2.
20:03
Manchester United’s Antony opened the scoring with a low shot from 14 yards out. His left shot is blocked by a Cameroonian defender.
2.
20:01
Brazil’s B-Eleven compete in blue shirts today. Cameroon traditionally operates in green and red.
1.
20:00
Let’s go Lusail! Referee Ismail Elfath from the USA starts the game.
19:49
A look at the staff: Compared to the second group game against Switzerland, Brazil coach Tite rotates nine times. Only Eder Militão and Fred remain in the starting XI. Gabriel Jesus starts in attack today for Richarlison and in goal Ederson instead of Alisson. Veteran right-back Dani Alves leads the Seleção onto the pitch as team captain today. Cameroon coach Rigobert Song made four changes compared to the 3-3 win against Serbia. The central defense today consists of Christopher Wooh and Enzo Ebosse instead of Jean-Charles Castelletto and Nicolas N’Koulou. Center forward Vincent Aboubakar will replace defensive midfielder Martin Hongla. Moumi Ngamaleu also replaces Karl Toko Ekambi on the wing.
19:42
Although the Brazilians, who are number one in the FIFA World Rankings, go into the game as clear favorites, this World Cup has already shown that the role of favorites becomes less relevant on the final day. Yesterday, Japan’s surprising win over Spain eliminated the German team, and in Groups D and H, Tunisia’s win over France and South Korea’s win over Portugal were also unpredictable.
19:31
In Cameroon, André Onana continues to make headlines. The Inter Milan keeper was initially banned from the squad for the Serbia game after differences with coach Rigobert Song. After the game he was even completely removed from the World Cup squad. So the suspended goalkeeper will not play a role against Brazil either. Instead, Devis Epassy, who seems insecure against Serbia, is again in the goal of the indomitable lions.
19:18
Getting through is a much greater challenge for the Cameroonians. So far, the Africans have only been able to collect one point against Serbia (3:3). The indomitable lions lost 1-0 to Switzerland. In order for Cameroon to still qualify for the round of 16, they have to beat Brazil. In addition, Switzerland is not allowed to win against Serbia in the parallel game. If the Serbs beat Switzerland, Cameroon and Serbia would be level on points, meaning goal difference would decide progression. Here the Africans (-1) go into the decisive game with a slight advantage over the Europeans (-2).
19:05
The favorites from Brazil are already safely qualified for the round of 16. The Seleção have already prevailed against both Serbia (2-0) and Switzerland (1-0). The Brazilians are the only team in the tournament without conceding a goal. Depending on today’s result, the South Americans’ possible opponents for the round of 16 are Portugal and South Korea. Should the Brazilians celebrate victory in their group, they would first meet South Korea in the knockout stages. In the unlikely event that the Seleção only finish second, their opponents would be Portugal.
19:00
Welcome to the final matchday of the group stage of the 2022 World Cup! Cameroon meets Brazil in Group G at 8 p.m.