Samuel Eto’o, the Cameroonian Chelsea striker, took the opportunity to respond to José Mourinho’s comments about his age after his performance in the draw against Galatasaray in the Champions League.
“Fortunately, I’m still scoring goals at 35, 36, right?” Eto’o remarked, subtly addressing Mourinho’s doubts about his age.
Asserting his identity and achievements, Eto’o emphasized, “I’m Samuel Eto’o… I remain Samuel Eto’o, I will stay in my place and I will not answer.” He reminded everyone of his remarkable career, including scoring three goals against Manchester United at 36 or 37, a feat unmatched by any Chelsea player in recent memory.
Acknowledging his friendship with Mourinho, Eto’o expressed his disappointment with recent events but reaffirmed his commitment to the team’s success: “I came back to this club largely thanks to José… Now, there are things that happen in life, you have to face them.”
Eto’o emphasized his desire for Chelsea to excel in the competition, emphasizing his experience and maturity: “I want us to go as far as possible in this competition, and calmly. I’m not young anymore… Certain declarations, I no longer necessarily have the right to make.”
In his response, Eto’o displayed a mix of confidence, respect for his coach, and determination to contribute to the team’s success, despite the controversy surrounding his age.
