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In a month, the African Cup of Nations football kicks off in Cameroon. The major meeting of continental football. The country is preparing to host the competition. Sports betting enthusiasts too. But between the love of indomitable Lions and the lure of profit, hearts swing with a smile.
With our special correspondent in Yaoundé, Amelia Tulet
In the Mvog Ada district, near downtown Yaoundé, at lunchtime, all the seats in front of the computers of this sports betting brand are occupied. “ I was forecasting tonight’s matches to be sure it will pay off. »
Serge comes here regularly. Like Maurice. At the moment, it is European football which dominates, but the CAN 2021 approaches and he rejoices: ” I am not part of the generation that was able to take advantage of the first CAN of 1972 that we saw in Cameroon. This is an opportunity not to be missed. »
What is the prognosis for the Cameroon-Burkina Faso opening match? Théo is 100% for the Indomitable Lions: ” Of course, I bet for Cameroon. The first half they win, the second they win and two three goals in the match. »
“Money question, there is no feeling”
Serge, less optimistic, prefers not to mix money and sentiment: “ I’m just gonna wish my country wins without mixing the bet. »
Maurice, for his part, has no qualms: ” If I find that the opponent is superior to Cameroon and that it can bring me more in my gain, I bet on him. Question money, there is no feeling. We are not here to lose. »
But if there is no money at stake, all three want to see Cameroon win the trophy.
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