In an interview with FRANCE 24, former football star and current Cameroonian Football Federation president Samuel Eto’o defended FIFA president Gianni Infantino against recent criticism. Eto’o confirmed he will back Infantino for re-election, attributing his support to the substantial benefits the Italian has brought to African football.
Eto’o emphasized that African federations are prepared to stand together to protect what they consider just in light of the specific challenges their organizations face. This statement comes amidst a backdrop of growing backlash directed at Infantino, whom Eto’o argues has been instrumental in advancing the sport on the continent.
The backlash against Infantino is real. Can any new African leadership really challenge FIFA’s established order?
Is it really that simple? Or is this just political maneuvering by Eto’o to secure more funding for Cameroon?
Infantino has definitely pushed for more World Cup slots, which helps the continent. Solid reasons from Eto’o there.
It is interesting to see Eto’o publicly backing Infantino. I wonder how other African federations feel about this alliance.