History of Cameroon - Football

Football

Cameroon has received some international attention following the relative success of its football team. It has qualified for the FIFA World Cup on a number of occasions. Its most notable performance was at Italia 90, when the team beat Argentina, the then reigning Champions in the opening game; Cameroon eventually lost in extra time in the Quarter Finals to England.

Prominent footballers from Cameroon include:

  • Roger Milla
  • Samuel Eto'o
  • Rigobert Song
  • Thomas Nkono

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