Eto’o proud to be African
Cameroon and Inter Milan striker Samuel Eto’o says it is a dream come true that he World Cup is being played in South Africa.
CAMEROON and Inter Milan striker Samuel Eto’o says it is a dream come true that he World Cup is being played in South Africa.
The 29-year-old cannot wait for their opening match in the tournament on Monday, when they face Japan in Bloemfontein.
“It is incredible. I’ve always had this dream of playing in the World Cup in Africa and it’s about to become a reality, ‘’ he told the Mail & Guardian.
“When I’m in South Africa it will be the same as if I’m back in Cameroon. I’ve always said that, even before Cameroon, I belong to Africa. I might live in Europe but I sleep in Africa.”
Eto’o celebrated his first season in Serie A by winning the treble – including the Champions League.
He added: “I’m so proud to be African in this World Cup.
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“Like most Africans I had to work much harder and show much deeper belief than others.
“Most people see Africa only in terms of poverty and war, famine and disease. But this World Cup gives us the chance to show something different.
“I think the whole world is going to be really surprised by Africa. This could be the best World Cup in history.”
