Carlos Baleba was named the TotalEnergies Man of the Match following an outstanding performance that helped Cameroon secure a 2–1 victory over South Africa in their AFCON Round of 16 encounter.
The dynamic midfielder was influential throughout the contest, dictating the tempo, winning key duels, and providing balance in the middle of the park as the Indomitable Lions controlled crucial phases of the game.
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His energy, composure, and tactical intelligence played a vital role in Cameroon’s progression to the quarter-finals.
Baleba, who joined Brighton & Hove Albion in August 2023 from Lille, continues to impress on the international stage. The Cameroonian midfielder signed a five-year contract with the Premier League club after making the move to Lille in January 2022, where he began to attract attention with a series of strong performances.
At full time, Cameroon’s 2–1 win over South Africa confirmed their place in the last eight of the competition, extending Bafana Bafana’s wait for another AFCON title and reinforcing Cameroon’s reputation as a dominant force in knockout football.
With Baleba delivering a commanding display in midfield, Cameroon will head into the quarterfinals with confidence, as they look to build momentum in their pursuit of continental glory.
