The decisive match, played on Sunday, August 2, 2026, took place at the FECAFOOT Technical Center in Odza, Yaoundé. While both teams had already successfully secured automatic promotion to the professional MTN Elite Two division for the upcoming 2027 season by winning their respective semi-final matches, this final clash determined the ultimate winner of the tournament.
⚽ The Decisive Goal
Following a tightly contested and scoreless first half, the regional champions of the Center region broke the deadlock late in the game:
- The Breakthrough: In the 82nd minute, Benetel found the back of the net to score the game’s only goal.
- Defensive Resilience: Mintack FC successfully managed the remaining minutes of the match to preserve their narrow 1-0 advantage until the final whistle.
📈 A Flawless Road to MTN Elite Two
Mintack FC’s victory in the final capped off an exceptional run through the tournament, cementing their status as the most dominant team in the competition:
- Group Stage: The team finished at the top of Group A following stellar performances, including an emphatic 5-0 victory over Olympique of Meiganga.
- The Semi-Final: They punched their ticket to the professional ranks on July 31, 2026, by defeating Mintack of the Septentrion 2-1.
- The Grand Finale: Their 1-0 triumph over Group B leaders Elecsport FC officially earned them the prestigious national title.
With the domestic Interpools tournament wrapped up, both Mintack FC and Elecsport FSA will now begin absolute preparations to make their mark on the national stage in the MTN Elite Two championship
