Samuel Eto’o Fils commonly referred to as Samuel Eto’o, is one of Africa’s biggest soccer players. The striker has had an admirable career that cannot be ignored. The retired soccer player has managed to stay relevant by taking up lucrative administrative and brand ambassador roles in the soccer world. Here are 8 fun facts about Eto’o that you should know.
Samuel Eto’o is the only player in soccer history to win two successive Trebles with two separate teams under two separate manager, for Barcelona and Inter Milan.
He is the all-time Best African Player.
He is currently the President of the Cameroon Football Federation (FECAFOOT)
Samuel Eto’o is the two time AFCON winner, one time Olympic Gold Medal winner, three time Champions League and 3 time LA Liga (the list goes on).
Eto’o playing statistics are: 841 Games, 419 Goals and 124 Assists
Clubs played for include: Mallorca, Español de Barcelona, Real Madrid, Barcelona, Chelsea, Everton, Sampdoria, Inter Milan, Qatar SC, Leganés, and Anzhi Makachkala
He is Cameroonian.
Eto’o’s Zodiac sign is Pisces and his birthday is March 10.
