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World Cup 2026: The catastrophic scenario an entire nation dreads

The nightmare scenario that could eliminate Cameroon from the World Cup!

A scenario straight out of a disaster movie could seal Cameroon's fate in these 2026 World Cup qualifiers. While it seems utterly improbable, it is not mathematically impossible. The Indomitable Lions, still in the running for a historic qualification, could see their dreams slip away for good if a very specific combination of results unfolds on the final matchday.

First, Algeria—already qualified and guaranteed to finish top of their group—would have to suffer a crushing defeat against Uganda… by a margin of at least six goals. Such a stunning blow would be nothing short of miraculous for the Ugandans. Next, Nigeria would need to beat Benin, while South Africa defeats Rwanda, and DR Congo does the same against Sudan.

It goes without saying that such an improbable alignment of the stars seems like pure fiction. But in football, nothing is ever truly impossible. And in this nightmare scenario for Cameroon, even a team of its stature could bid farewell to the 2026 World Cup… without ever having its destiny in its own hands.