Coton Sport Cruise Past Stade Renard de Melong in Cameroon Elite One

Garoua, Cameroon – 24 May 2026 – Coton Sport of Garoua delivered a professional performance to defeat Stade Renard de Melong 2-0 at the Stade Omnisports Roumde Adjia. The victory strengthened Coton Sport’s position in the top half of the Cameroon Elite One table.

Match Overview

Coton Sport controlled the game from the first whistle, using their physical advantage and quick passing to dominate possession. Stade Renard rarely threatened, and Coton’s two well‑taken goals either side of half‑time sealed a comfortable win.

Key Moments

• 34’ – Coton Sport open the scoring: Marcelin Gohi Bi heads in a cross from the right.
• 52’ – Coton double the lead: Daouda Kamilou slots home after a defensive error.
• 67’ – Stade Renard’s Harmony Ikene is shown a straight red for a dangerous tackle.
• 81’ – Coton hit the crossbar through a long‑range effort.

Tactical Story

Coton Sport deployed a 4‑4‑2 with a focus on wide play. Full‑backs Samuel Kona and Nicolas Nkoulou overlapped constantly, delivering crosses that troubled Stade Renard’s defence. The visitors tried to press high early on but were undone by Coton’s directness. After the red card, Coton comfortably saw out the game.

Standout Players

• Marcelin Gohi Bi (Coton) – Scored and provided a physical presence up front.
• Daouda Kamilou (Coton) – Clinical finish, constant threat in the box.
• Samuel Kona (Coton) – Two assists from right‑back, man of the match.

Standings Impact

The win moves Coton Sport into fourth place in the Cameroon Elite One standings, keeping them within touching distance of the continental qualification spots. Stade Renard de Melong remain deep in the relegation battle, having now lost three of their last four matches.