Cameroon Midfield in Argentina Upset
André Kana-Biyik plays in Cameroon's surprise victory over Argentina at the 1990 World Cup. He is among the players sent off as Cameroon finish the match with nine men.
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1990 in Cameroon
Explore 12 historical events and records for Cameroon in 1990.
Historical records for Cameroon in 1990
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Captains Cameroon Historic Quarterfinalists
Stephen Tataw captains Cameroon during their breakthrough World Cup in 1990. His team reaches the last eight before losing to England after extra time.
Creative Midfielder in 1990 Campaign
Cyrille Makanaky brings technical skill to Cameroon's midfield at the 1990 World Cup. The tournament concludes with a memorable quarter-final against England.
Goal Against England in Quarterfinal
Eugène Ekéké scores to give Cameroon the lead against England in the 1990 World Cup quarter-final. England eventually win 3-2 after extra time.
Goalkeeping in World Cup Quarterfinal
Thomas N'Kono starts in goal against England during Cameroon's first World Cup quarter-final. The match ends in a 3-2 extra-time defeat after a dramatic contest.
International Caps
Scores four times at the 1990 World Cup and helps Cameroon become the first African team to reach the quarter-finals.
Late Double Against Romania
Roger Milla comes off the bench and scores twice to defeat Romania 2-1. The goals help Cameroon advance from the World Cup group stage.
Opening Goal Upsets Argentina
François Omam-Biyik heads the only goal as Cameroon shock reigning champions Argentina in the opening match of the 1990 World Cup. The upset becomes one of the tournament's defining results.
Penalty Levels Quarterfinal Against England
Emmanuel Kundé converts a penalty against England in the 1990 World Cup quarter-final. Cameroon briefly move ahead before two English penalties change the outcome.
Two Goals Eliminate Colombia
Roger Milla scores twice in extra time against Colombia at the 1990 World Cup. Cameroon become the first African side to reach a men's World Cup quarter-final.
World Cup Group Stage Midfield Option
Louis-Paul M'Fédé is part of Cameroon's historic 1990 World Cup squad. Cameroon progress beyond the group stage despite losing their final group match to the Soviet Union.
World Cup Quarterfinal Defensive Squad
Benjamin Massina represents Cameroon in the squad that reaches the 1990 World Cup quarter-finals. The tournament sets a new benchmark for African football.
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