The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has cleared Samuel Eto'o, president of the Cameroonian Football Federation (FECAFOOT), of match-fixing allegations, according to an official statement released on August 10, 2026.
The investigation, which began in early 2026, examined claims that Eto'o was involved in manipulating the outcome of matches in the domestic league. CAF's disciplinary board found no evidence to support the allegations and dismissed the case.
Eto'o, a former Barcelona and Inter Milan striker, has denied any wrongdoing throughout the process. In a statement, he welcomed the decision, saying it 'restores the truth' and allows him to focus on developing Cameroonian football.
The ruling is seen as a significant boost for Eto'o's administration, which has faced criticism from some quarters over governance issues. CAF's decision is final and not subject to appeal.
