CAF fines Samuel Eto'o $200k for ethics breach in 1XBET deal. Clear of match-fixing, Eto'o faces sanctions over ambassador role with betting firm, violating CAF's integrity rules.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has imposed a $200,000 fine on Samuel Eto’o, President of the Cameroon Football Association, citing ethics violations related to his ambassadorship deal with betting company 1XBET.
CAF accused Eto'o of breaching integrity and sportsmanship principles by signing the contract for remuneration. While clearing him of match-fixing charges due to insufficient evidence, CAF emphasized adherence to its ethical standards in football governance.
Eto’o, known for his illustrious football career, assumed the FA presidency amid controversies and previous disciplinary inquiries.
