Cameroon begin World Cup campaign with defeat to Switzerland

The Indomitable Lions of Cameroon were beaten 1-0 by Switzerland in their opening game of the FIFA 2022 World Cup holding in Qatar.

The only goal of the game was scored by Cameroonian-born Breel Embolo who plays for Switzerland.

Embolo refused to celebrate when he finished off a slick Swiss attack shortly after half-time.

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Cameroon were unfortunate to lose after an enterprising display at the Al Janoub Stadium in Qatar.

Victory was vital for Switzerland, as both sides still have to face Brazil in the group.

Switzerland will face Brazil on Monday in their next Group G game while Cameroon will face Serbia.

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