Hosts Cameroon are back in action on Monday as they look to cap off their group stage campaign with another win.

As things stand, Cameroon are already through to the round of 16. The 2021 AFCON hosts will look to make it three wins in three as they take on Cape Verde Islands. Meanwhile, Ethiopia will be keen on getting some points on the board after a slow start, but

Here's all you need to know ahead of the next installment of matches taking place this Monday.

Four teams in action on Monday, January 17th

Burkina Faso vs Ethiopia: After beating Cape Verde, Burkina Faso simply need to avoid a loss to book their spot in the round of 16 as group A runners up. With Cape Verde facing an uphill battle against Cameroon, the Stallions will look to take advantage and pick up another victory over Ethiopia, who have yet to win a single game at this competition.

Indeed, Ethiopia come into this game having succumbed to a 4-1 mauling at the hands of Cameroon. Despite taking an early lead, it wasn't enough, as they were soon overrun, and now sit bottom of the group. That being said, they may have a slight chance of qualifying - albeit unlikely - should they manage to win here by a decisive margin. 

Cape Verde Islands vs Cameroon: The hosts have already secured passage into the round of 16, but will be looking to cap off a perfect group stage campaign with a win over Cape Verde in their final game at this juncture. The Indomitable Lions had to come from a goal behind on matchday two, as Ethiopia took advantage of some lax defending to snatch an early lead. However, their dominance eventually turned the game on its head, as braces from Karl Toko Ekambi and Vincent Aboubakar were enough to overturn the deficit and secure a spot in the round of 16.

Meanwhile, Cape Verde will be hoping to get back to winning ways after suffering a 1-0 reversal to Burkina Faso on matchday two. The Blue Sharks have been in solid form lately, with just one loss from their last six games, but they'll still have hopes of sneaking into the round of 16 by trying to cause an upset for the hosts.

Who's in and who's out

Here's a quick rundown of the personnel situation for Cameroon, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, and Ethiopia ahead of their matches at the 2021 AFCON tournament:

Cameroon: No notable injuries, illness, or suspensions

Burkina Faso: Bertrand Traore missed out during Burkina Faso's match against Cape Verde due to COVID-19 and is expected to miss this game as well.

Cape Verde: Julio Tavares did struggle during the team's recent clash against Burkina Faso, so he may or may not be able to feature here.

Ethiopia: Yared Baye was banned for Ethiopia's last match, but has now served his one-match ban and will be available for selection here.

Stats and facts

Here's a quick collection of some stats and facts ahead of the latest round of 2021 AFCON matches:

  • Cameroon have won their last six games across all comps (last loss was in September to Cameroon)
  • Cape Verde have lost just one of their last six matches across all comps
  • Burkina Faso are unbeaten in nine of their last ten games in all competitions
  • Ethiopia are on the cusp of being eliminated at the AFCON tournament group stages for the fifth straight time

Where to watch Cameroon, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, and Ethiopia live on January 17th

Here's how you can continue to follow all the action from the 2021 AFCON tournament live from your current location:

 

Match details, result and original broadcast info

Cape Verde Islands 1 - 1 Cameroon

January 17, 2022 11:00amStade Omnisport Paul Biya (Yaoundé)

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Burkina Faso 1 - 1 Ethiopia

January 17, 2022 11:00amStade Omnisports de Bafoussam (Bafoussam)

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