After winning the final game of Group G, Cameroon became the first African nation to defeat Brazil at a FIFA World Cup.

Last Friday, December 2, the Brazilians and African juggernauts engaged in a thrilling match.

A decisive header from Vincent Aboubakar in stoppage time gave Cameroon a slender 1-0 victory in a game in which the Indomitable Lions were reduced to 10 men by the end.

The win means Cameroon are the first African country to defeat Brazil at a FIFA World Cup tournament.

Speaking after the game, Cameroon head coach Rigobert Song said he has trust in the youth players in his team.

“You need to trust youth. Henri Michel gave me an opportunity. He saw the potential in me. Now I’m the coach and I see potential in my young players.

“I knew (Ngom Mbekeli) was a good, quality player. He just needed an opportunity to show that. Hopefully, his performance can motivate other local players,” the coach said.

Unfortunately, for Cameroon, the side could not advance to the Round 16 stage despite beating Brazil.