Samuel Eto'o stands tall as one of Africa's and the world's most revered footballers.
Eto'o's rise to fame took off at the Kadji Sports Academy in Douala, Cameroon, and he initially made waves on the national scene playing for UCB Douala, a second-division side, in the 1996 Cup of Cameroon.At a tender age of 16, he sparked the interest of Real Madrid-one of Europe's top-tier powerhouses-who secured his signature in 1997, laying the groundwork for his phenomenal career.
The Cameroonian superstar enjoyed a trophy-laden career, earning a reputation as a ruthless finisher and one of the greatest strikers in football history.Eto'o's international exploits include two African Cup of Nations titles with Cameroon in 2000 and 2002, while his club career was marked by successes at Barcelona, Inter Milan, and Mallorca.
In celebration of his birthday, 3Sports selects Eto'o's top five most iconic moments from his remarkable football journey.
