This charge stems from the Africa Cup of Nations match between Morocco and Cameroon, held in Rabat on January 9, 2026.

Samuel Eto’o has received a four-match ban and a fine of $20,000 (£14,960) for his misconduct, according to a statement from the Confederation of African Football (CAF).

Eto’o, the former star player for Cameroon, violated the principles of sportsmanship during the quarter-final match, in which Cameroon lost 2-0 to Morocco.

Eto’o was reportedly seen making an angry gesture towards the officials’ decisions during the game. CAF president Patrice Motsepe, who was present at the match, witnessed Eto’o’s frustration.

The CAF Disciplinary Board found Mr Eto’o guilty of breaking the sportsmanship rules outlined in Article 2(3) of the CAF Statutes and Article 82 of the CAF Disciplinary Code for his behaviour during the match.

As a result, Mr Samuel Eto’o Fils will not be allowed in the stadium for the next four official CAF matches in the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco 2025. Additionally, he must pay a fine of USD 20,000. CAF will not comment further on this matter.