A 2-1 loss to The Netherlands confirmed what Cameroon already knew: That the Indomitable Lions were out of the World Cup with barely a roar.

Italy fought back to avoid an upset against Paraguay on Monday but Japan broke African hearts with their first Soccer World Cup win on foreign soil.

Cameroon captain Samuel Eto'o has travelled a long and tough road to achieve his dream of playing in a World Cup in Africa.

Though their light may have faded somewhat since they brightened up the world stage at Italia 1990, Cameroon are not to be underestimated.