Samuel Eto’o accused of Match-fixing

Renowned football icon and President of the Cameroonian Football Federation (Fecafoot), Samuel Eto’o, is embroiled in a match-fixing scandal, as allegations have emerged accusing him of orchestrating a scheme to promote second-division club Victoria United by manipulating matches.

The shocking revelations, brought to light by Camfoot, have sent shockwaves through the football community, raising concerns about the integrity of the sport in the country.

According to reports, Eto’o is alleged to have promised promotion to Victoria United while plotting to manipulate referees and matches during the previous season. The controversial decision to promote Victoria United over the runner-up Stade de Bertoua was based on the federation’s ruling, leading to suspicions surrounding the fairness of the process.

Recordings, purportedly of Eto’o in conversation with Victoria United’s president, Valentine Gwain, have surfaced, revealing discussions about manipulating referees to favor the club. In the recording, Eto’o is heard urging discretion while assuring Gwain of his support in securing promotion.

Eto’o was allegedly heard saying, “There are things we can do, but you have to be very discreet, brother. I haven’t even had time to get home yet. I’m out, bro. I haven’t had time to get home and work with the president (of the Cameroonian Referee’s Association) because I can’t call the refs directly and tell them to be careful. But I can work with the president.”

Further statements in the conversation suggested that Eto’o was involved in discussing granting Victoria United three points and suspending the referee following a disputed match in December 2022.

The football legend emphasized the importance of having a good relationship with the president of the league, claiming that such connections could lead to suspensions even of the president of the referees.

The gravity of the allegations prompted Fecafoot to launch an immediate investigation into the matter. The federation aims to ensure the integrity of the sport is preserved, and all actions taken during the inquiry will be transparent and thorough.

Samuel Eto’o, revered for his illustrious career at Barcelona, Inter Milan, Chelsea, and his contributions to the Cameroonian national team, holds a position of immense influence as the President of Fecafoot.

His election to this esteemed role in December 2021 was seen as an opportunity to advance the sport in the country and support young talents.

Football enthusiasts and fans of Eto’o worldwide will be watching closely as the investigation unfolds, eager to learn the truth behind the allegations.

The reputation of the beloved football legend and the integrity of Cameroonian football are at stake, and authorities are determined to uphold the highest standards of fairness and sportsmanship throughout the process.