The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has imposed a four-match ban and a $20,000 fine on Samuel Eto’o, president of the Cameroonian Football Federation (FECAFOOT), following misconduct during Cameroon’s quarter-final defeat to Morocco at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

In a statement released on Thursday, CAF confirmed that the sanction relates to incidents during the Indomitable Lions’ 2–0 loss to tournament hosts Morocco at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.

While CAF’s ruling did not cite a specific incident, Eto’o was seen on television footage gesturing angrily from the stands towards Royal Moroccan Football Federation president Fouzi Lekjaa, who was seated alongside CAF president Dr Patrice Motsepe.

As a result of his conduct, CAF’s Disciplinary Board found the former Cameroon captain guilty of breaching its regulations.

“The CAF Disciplinary Board found Mr Eto’o guilty of violating the principles of sportsmanship set out in Article 2(3) of the CAF Statutes and Article 82 of the CAF Disciplinary Code for his misconduct during the said match,” the statement read.

FECAFOOT has since responded by throwing its weight behind Eto’o, questioning both the process and the substance of the decision.

“FECAFOOT gives its unwavering support to its president,” the federation said, adding that the ruling “lacks any explicit justification.”

The Cameroonian FA also raised concerns over the speed of the disciplinary process.

“FECAFOOT further notes that the expedited procedure leading to this decision raises serious concerns regarding the fundamental requirements of a fair trial,” the statement continued.

CAF has declined to make further comment on the matter, and it remains unclear whether FECAFOOT will formally challenge the sanction.