FIFA Bans Samuel Eto’o for 6 Months Over Misconduct During U20 Women’s World Cup
Cameroonian Football Federation President Found Guilty of Misconduct
Yaoundé, Cameroon – Samuel Eto’o, the legendary Cameroonian footballer and president of the Cameroonian Football Federation (FECAFOOT), has been handed a six-month ban by FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee.
The ban stems from an incident during Cameroon’s U20 Women’s World Cup match against Brazil on September 11, 2024, in Bogota, Colombia. Eto’o’s behavior allegedly violated Articles 13 and 14 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code.
Key Details:
– 6-month ban from attending Cameroon national team matches
– Violation of FIFA Disciplinary Code Articles 13 and 14
– Incident occurred during U20 Women’s World Cup match against Brazil
– Eto’o fined $200,000 by CAF for ethics violation earlier this year
Impact:
– Eto’o’s leadership and influence on Cameroonian football affected
– Physical absence from matches for 6 months
– Significant blow to Cameroonian football scene
