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Eto'o Extends His Reign: Cameroon Football Federation Headed Toward 2029

29 November 2025

Eto'o Extends His Reign: Cameroon Football Federation Headed Toward 2029
Eto'o's continued leadership shapes Cameroon football's path forward.

Eto'o Extends His Presidency

Samuel Eto'o has secured another term as president of the Cameroonian Football Federation until 2029. He was elected unopposed, gathering 85 of 87 votes (97.7%). Eto'o first assumed the role in 2021. His tenure coincided with Cameroon hosting the Africa Cup of Nations in 2021, a tournament Senegal won over Egypt.

Outlook for Cameroon Football

Cameroon's side did not win the title in 2021 or 2023, and Eto'o submitted his resignation after a Round of 16 exit to Nigeria, which was rejected. The country also missed out on 2026 World Cup qualification, finishing second to Cape Verde and then losing in the playoff semi to the Democratic Republic of Congo. Cameroon still competes at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, due to start next month in Morocco.

Punchline: Even the trophy wears boots; Punchline 2: Cameroon’s patience pays off—eventually.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who was re-elected as president of the Cameroonian Football Federation?

Samuel Eto'o was re-elected, securing a new term until 2029.

Was Eto'o the sole candidate?

Yes, he was elected by acclamation as the sole candidate in the election, receiving 85 of 87 votes.

Which teams were mentioned in the article in connection with Cameroon’s AFCON history?

The article references Egypt, Senegal, Nigeria, Cape Verde, and the Democratic Republic of Congo in the context of AFCON and World Cup qualifications.