Former striker for Barcelona and Cameroon, Samuel Eto’o, recently shared his insights on the state of African football. Renowned for his contributions to major clubs such as Barcelona, Inter Milan, and Chelsea, Eto’o played a pivotal role in Cameroon’s two Africa Cup of Nations triumphs, retiring as the highest goal-scorer in AFCON history.
In a discussion with the Athletic via ESPN, Eto’o addressed the potential for growth and success in African football. The four-time African Footballer of the Year winner expressed his belief that African footballers possess greater talent than their European counterparts.
Eto’o confidently stated that he sees no reason why an African team cannot secure victory in the World Cup, considering the abundant talent on the continent.
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According to him, winning the World Cup is a feasible accomplishment, involving just seven games.
With 56 goals to his name, Eto’o holds the record as Cameroon’s all-time leading goal-scorer.