The case made a big noise. In a video that went viral on social media on Tuesday, we see Samuel Eto’o, the former soccer star now president of Cameroon’s soccer federation, deliver a brutal blow to an Algerian supporter. The altercation took place after Monday night’s Brazil-South Korea match (4-1) outside the 974 stadium. In a letter published on his microblog on Twitter, the former attacker wanted to present his “sincere apologies“.
“I deeply regret that I lost my temper and reacted in a way that did not match my personality. I apologize to the public for this unfortunate incident.“We read in the letter.
However, Samuel Eto’o takes the opportunity to state “incessant provocations” and “Daily harassment of Algerian supporters“After the March 29 Cameroon-Algeria game, which he would be the target of. The Fennecs were defiant after the second leg of this World Cup qualifier, which they beat Cameroon (2-1, ap), condemning controversial refereeing decisions. On Monday night, the Algerian supporter, who according to the DZ Foot website is youtubeur Sadouni SM, would challenge Eto’o on the subject, referring to possible corruption.
“I am asking the Algerian authorities and the sister federation of Algeria to take their responsibilities to put an end to this harmful atmosphere before a more serious tragedy occurs.– writes Eto’o, visibly tired. I wish Fennec fans to find peace and overcome disappointment.»
Source: Le Figaro
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