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African federations should back Infantino, says Eto'o
Cameroon Football Federation president Samuel Eto'o has called on African nations to support FIFA president Gianni Infantino, citing his role in developing the continent's football infrastructure and expanding World Cup opportunities.
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Samuel Eto'o, president of the Cameroon Football Federation, has expressed strong backing for FIFA president Gianni Infantino, urging African football associations to rally behind his leadership.
Eto'o credited Infantino with accelerating development across African football bodies and expanding the pathway for continental nations to qualify for the FIFA World Cup. The former striker argued that the FIFA chief's policies have been instrumental in strengthening institutional capacity and competitive opportunities across the region.
The endorsement from one of Africa's most prominent football figures comes as Infantino continues his tenure leading world football's governing body. Eto'o's remarks highlight the backing the FIFA president maintains among influential voices in African football.
African federations have increasingly gained prominence in FIFA's strategic planning, with expanded World Cup participation among recent initiatives championed under Infantino's administration. The Cameroon federation chief's statement underscores the support such measures have garnered among continental football leadership.