The Bamenda III Council Inclusive Royal Tournament 2025 is fast approaching its climax, and after a thrilling round of quarter-final fixtures, the stage is set for what promises to be an explosive semi-final showdown.
Road to the Final
The journey to this point has been nothing short of dramatic. Fans were treated to high-scoring encounters, giant-killing moments, and the unrelenting passion that has become the hallmark of the annual competition.
On Friday 15 August, in a match watched by the Mayor of the Bamenda III Council, Fongu Cletus Tanwe, Olympic FC of Teken battled Sporting FC of Bayelle-Manda. After a tense ninety minutes, Olympic FC edged past their rivals 1-0, sparking wild celebrations among their neighbouring supporters.
But the real shock of the weekend came in the late fixture. Ngwe Ngwe FC of Mile 5, only in their second appearance in the tournament, stunned two times defending champions Alahlieh FC with a hard-fought 2–1 victory. The upset, hailed as the standout moment of this year’s competition so far, sent ripples across Bamenda III football circles, reminding everyone that in knockout football, reputation counts for little.
On Saturday 16 August, the quarter-final drama continued. King City FC of Mbefi underlined their attacking flair with a resounding 4–1 win over Pro Squad SC of Nibung, booking their place in the semi-finals with confidence and style. The second game saw Bayelle FC deliver a disciplined performance to ease past Mbelewa FC 3–0, confirming their credentials as one of the favourites for the title.
With the quarter-finals concluded, attention now turns to the semi-finals scheduled for Wednesday 20 August. The fixtures promise fireworks:
- Olympic FC of Teken vs King City FC of Mbefi
- Ngwe Ngwe FC of Mile 5 vs Bayelle FC
For Olympic FC, the semi-final is a chance to continue their steady rise and edge closer to their first-ever title. King City, buoyed by their four-goal rout, will be keen to carry their scoring boots into the decisive clash. Meanwhile, all eyes will be on Ngwe Ngwe FC, the tournament’s surprise package, who will face a stern test against Bayelle FC, a side that though qualified as best loosers has looked both ruthless and composed throughout.
As the road to the final narrows, one thing is certain: the 2025 edition of the Bamenda III Council Inclusive Royal Tournament has already delivered drama, joy, and heartbreak in equal measure. And with the semi-finals looming, the stakes have never been higher.
Summary table of the Bamenda III Council Inclusive Royal Tournament 2025 Quarter-finals:
| Date | Match | Score | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 15 Aug | Olympic FC of Teken vs Sporting FC of Bayelle-Manda | 1 – 1 | 2 |
| Fri 15 Aug | Ngwe Ngwe FC vs Alahlieh FC (defending champions) | 2 – 1 | 3 |
| Sat 16 Aug | King City FC of Mbefi vs Pro Squad SC of Nibung | 4 – 1 | 5 |
| Sat 16 Aug | Bayelle FC vs Mbelewa FC | 3 – 0 | 3 |
| TOTAL | — | — | 13 |
👉 Total goals scored: 13
👉 Biggest upset: Defending champions Alahlieh FC eliminated by Ngwe Ngwe FC (2–1).
By Bakah Derick for Hilltopvoices Newsroom
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