Mozambique, fresh off a surprising 3-2 victory against Gabon in their previous match, secured their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations group stage win. With 3 points, they still have a chance to advance, making their intent clear. However, Mozambique's overall strength is considered weak in this group, ranking 102nd in the FIFA rankings. Their defensive vulnerabilities are evident, conceding an average of 1.7 goals per match in their last 10 official matches, with these issues particularly pronounced against stronger opponents. Cameroon, a traditional African powerhouse, boasts a strong squad for this tournament, including 13 players from the top five leagues, led by Mbeumo. Their team value far exceeds that of their opponents. They are undefeated after two group stage matches, with one win and one draw, and their defense has been very solid, allowing an average of only 0.4 goals in their last 10 matches. In past encounters, Cameroon has a significant psychological advantage, winning all four of their previous matches against Mozambique. Despite Mozambique's three goals in their last match, Gabon had already been eliminated and had a weak defense. Facing Cameroon's robust defense, which has conceded only one goal in this tournament, Mozambique's crude attacking organisation is unlikely to create many opportunities, and their attacking consistency is questionable. Cameroon has disciplined tactics, building on a solid defense and not prioritising an open offensive game. In their recent 10 matches, the total goals have been under 2 in seven of them. Considering their goal of securing qualification with a draw in this match, the team is likely to control the pace after taking the lead and reduce risky attacks, controlling the match with defensive counter-attacks. Overall, Cameroon's strong defensive system will greatly limit Mozambique's scoring ability, and the away team also lacks the drive and need to attack aggressively. The match is more likely to develop with Cameroon controlling the game and seeking efficiency, making a low-scoring match probable. Therefore, I anticipate the total goals to be under 2. Score prediction: 0-1, 0-2

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