Samuel Eto’o has been re-elected as President of FECAFOOT
Samuel Eto’o has secured another four-year term as President of the Cameroonian Football Federation (FECAFOOT), extending his leadership with a decisive mandate that reinforces his grip on the Cameroonian football administration.
The elective General Assembly, held on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at the CAF Centre of Excellence in Mbankomo, delivered an outcome that surprised no one but spoke volumes about Eto’o’s influence and the confidence delegates continue to place in him.
Standing as the sole candidate for his own succession, the former Barcelona star and Indomitable Lions captain received 85 out of 87 votes, with two ballots declared invalid. The result gives him an extraordinary approval rate of 97.7%, reflecting the internal unity around his presidency.
Eto’o’s first term, which began in 2021, was marked by bold reforms, aggressive restructuring and an ambitious push to modernise football management across Cameroon. His tenure has attracted both praise and criticism, but the overwhelming vote suggests the FECAFOOT electoral college remains firmly behind his vision.
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As he steps into a new term, expectations are high. Eto’o has consistently promised a stronger domestic league, improved infrastructure, increased opportunities for young players and tighter governance standards.
Supporters believe his international stature and network allow him to champion Cameroonian football on a global stage, while critics expect him to confront ongoing administrative disputes and performance challenges head-on.
With this renewed mandate, Samuel Eto’o now has another four years to accelerate his reforms, strengthen the national teams and deliver on the promise of a more competitive football ecosystem.
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