The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially lifted the sanctions imposed on Samuel Eto'o, the president of the Cameroonian Football Federation (FECAFOOT), following the controversial Africa Cup of Nations qualifier between Morocco and Cameroon. The decision was announced on August 6, 2026, according to official CAF communications.
The sanctions, which had been imposed in late 2025, included a six-month ban from all football activities and a fine of $100,000. They stemmed from an incident during the match held in Agadir, where Eto'o allegedly confronted match officials after the game. CAF's Appeals Board reviewed the case and concluded that the evidence was insufficient to uphold the original ruling.
In a statement, CAF confirmed that the appeal was successful, and all penalties have been rescinded. The decision is final and binding. Eto'o, a former Barcelona and Inter Milan striker, has consistently denied any wrongdoing, claiming that the charges were politically motivated.
This development allows Eto'o to resume his duties as FECAFOOT president without restrictions. It also comes ahead of the 2026 Africa Cup of Nations, which is scheduled to take place in Morocco from January 2026. The lifting of sanctions is seen as a positive step for Cameroonian football administration.
