Panthere Sportive du Nde Snatch Narrow Victory at FC Gazelle

In a hard-fought Cameroon Elite One encounter on May 24, 2026, Panthere Sportive du Nde secured a crucial 1–0 away win over FC Gazelle. The match, played under the lights at a packed Stade Omnisports, was dominated by defensive organisation and a single moment of attacking quality that separated the two sides.

Match Overview

Both teams entered the fixture with contrasting ambitions. FC Gazelle, fighting to distance themselves from the relegation zone, showed plenty of energy but lacked the cutting edge in the final third. Panthere Sportive, meanwhile, arrived with a compact defensive shape and clear intent to strike on the counter. The first half remained goalless, with Gazelle’s midfield dominating possession but unable to break through a disciplined backline.

The Decisive Moment

The breakthrough came in the 67th minute. A quick turnover in midfield allowed Panthere’s winger, Hervé Ntamag, to burst down the right flank. His low cross was met by Jean-Pierre Mbarga, who swept the ball past the goalkeeper from eight yards. The goal silenced the home crowd and forced Gazelle to push forward desperately in the final quarter of the game.

Despite several late set-pieces and a flurry of crosses, FC Gazelle could not find an equaliser. Panthere’s goalkeeper, Alain Tchoutang, was called into action twice in stoppage time, producing fine saves to preserve the clean sheet.

Standings Impact

The result lifts Panthere Sportive du Nde into the top half of the Elite One table, while FC Gazelle remain just two points above the relegation playoff spot. With only a handful of matches remaining, every point is vital, and this victory could prove decisive in the race for continental qualification.

• Goal scorer: Jean-Pierre Mbarga (67’)
• Man of the match: Alain Tchoutang – crucial saves in the closing stages
• Attendance: Approximately 3,500

Panthere will look to build on this momentum when they host league leaders next week, while Gazelle face a tough away trip to Yong Sports Academy.