Cameroonian football legend, Samuel Eto’o is reportedly preparing to challenge current CAF President, Patrice Motsepe in the March 2025 elections. The Fecafoot President is said to be quietly planning his campaign, seeking guidance from former CAF President Ahmad Ahmad. Though Eto’o hasn’t officially announced his candidacy, his ambitions are generating buzz and stirring tensions.
Motsepe, who ran unopposed in 2021, is expected to seek a second term, but Eto’o’s potential challenge could ignite a fierce rivalry between the two African football giants. While Motsepe’s supporters emphasize his steady leadership, Eto’o is positioning himself as a bold alternative.
However, Eto’o’s recent ethics breach fine from CAF raises questions about his eligibility. Despite this, Eto’o seems undeterred, even grooming his advisor, Mongue Nyamsi to take over at Fecafoot, sidelining current vice president, Celine Eko.
With the election looming, the race between Eto’o and Motsepe promises to be a high-stakes battle that could reshape the future of African football leadership.