By Neilley Claude EBESSA
Journalist kick442.com – Cameroon
Samuel Eto’o, president of the Cameroon Football Federation (FECAFOOT), has congratulated his Moroccan counterpart Fouzi Lekjaa and praised Morocco’s organization of the Africa Cup of Nations following Cameroon’s elimination from the tournament.
The Indomitable Lions’ campaign ended at the quarterfinal stage after a 0-2 defeat to Morocco on Friday, January 9, 2026, at the Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. In a message addressed to Lekjaa, Eto’o extended “respectful salutations and sporting congratulations” to the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, emphasizing the spirit of fair play that marked the encounter.
Eto’o also expressed deep appreciation for what he described as the “exemplary quality” of the tournament’s organization and the “fraternal, warm and benevolent welcome” accorded to the Cameroonian team, delegation, and supporters throughout their stay in Morocco. He highlighted the hospitality of the Moroccan people and credited the Royal Moroccan Football Federation for its thorough preparatory work.
Concluding his message, the former Cameroon captain wished the Atlas Lions success in the remainder of the competition and reaffirmed the strong fraternal ties between the two footballing nations.
Morocco remains in contention for the AFCON title as the tournament heads into its decisive stages, buoyed by home support and commendations from across the continent.
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