Cameroon Football Federation president Samuel Eto’o has been suspended for four matches and fined $20,000 by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) following incidents linked to Cameroon’s quarter-final defeat to Morocco at the Africa Cup of Nations.

In a statement released on Wednesday, FECAFOOT confirmed receipt of the disciplinary ruling but expressed strong reservations about the process that led to the sanction.

“FECAFOOT further notes that the expedited procedure leading to this decision raises serious concerns regarding the fundamental requirements of a fair trial,” the statement read, adding that the decision “lacks any explicit justification.”

CAF’s disciplinary action followed Cameroon’s 2–0 loss to Morocco in the quarter-finals. Although CAF initially announced investigations into incidents from both the Cameroon–Morocco and Algeria–Nigeria matches without specifying offences, focus soon shifted to Eto’o’s conduct during the game.

Television footage showed the former Cameroon captain reacting angrily in the stands to a controversial moment involving forward Bryan Mbeumo. Eto’o was also seen gesturing towards Moroccan FA president Fouzi Lekjaa from the official tribune, with CAF president Patrice Motsepe seated nearby.

The four-match suspension will prevent Eto’o from attending Cameroon’s next official CAF fixtures, while the fine — equivalent to roughly 11 million CFA francs — adds to his growing list of disciplinary sanctions.

Reacting from Yaoundé, FECAFOOT reiterated its support for Eto’o and hinted at possible legal action.

“FECAFOOT reaffirms its unwavering support for its president and its commitment to upholding the principles governing credible disciplinary justice,” the federation stated, noting that all available legal options would be explored within the stipulated timelines.

The latest ban compounds Eto’o’s recent troubles. In September 2024, FIFA imposed a six-month suspension on the former Barcelona and Inter Milan star, barring him from attending all international matches involving Cameroon’s national teams until March 31, 2025.