Cameroon football legend Samuel Eto’o says African football federations should support FIFA president Gianni Infantino, arguing that regional associations face different circumstances from wealthier countries. He makes the case in comments carried by multiple outlets, linking the stance to how federations in Africa are funded.
Eto’o says African federations cannot be expected to treat FIFA policy in the same way as richer nations because many depend heavily on government funding. This financial reliance, he argues, shapes their ability to align with or resist FIFA decisions.
Both reports present Eto’o’s position as advice to federations rather than a description of any new FIFA action. They differ mainly in framing—one focuses on the endorsement itself, while the other highlights Eto’o’s explanation about funding and expectations for how policies are viewed. Across sources, the core message is that Eto’o calls on African football bodies to back Infantino.
