Nathalie Koah’s Controversial Book on Samuel Eto’o Temporarily Halted
The highly anticipated book “Revenge Porn – Foot, Sex, Money” by Nathalie Koah, former girlfriend of Cameroonian football star Samuel Eto’o, has been temporarily withdrawn from publication. The decision comes after Eto’o successfully obtained a ban on his ex-partner’s testimony from the Paris High Court. However, the publisher, Éditions du Moment, has appealed the ruling, and a final decision is expected next Monday, leaving the book’s future uncertain.
The book, which was scheduled to be released this Thursday, chronicles the lives of Koah and Eto’o from 2007 to 2014. According to Koah, the relationship left her feeling humiliated and betrayed. She has expressed a desire to tell her story and to expose the private life of one of the world’s most celebrated footballers, who is now married. The narrative reportedly includes sensitive material, with Koah claiming that Eto’o posted intimate photos of her online without her consent—a claim that has generated considerable media attention.
Samuel Eto’o has strongly contested the allegations. He has accused Koah of “fraud and breach of trust” and sought legal intervention to prevent the book’s release. The temporary ban imposed by the Paris High Court underscores the sensitive nature of the case. Such preventive measures are extremely rare in France, particularly regarding publications that delve into the personal lives of high-profile individuals. The court’s decision highlights the tension between protecting privacy and the freedom of expression, a debate that is central to the controversy surrounding the book.
The case has ignited widespread discussion in both media and legal circles. Koah, 29, has described herself as seeking justice and transparency. The book portrays the private aspects of their relationship, including financial and emotional dynamics, alongside the challenges of dating a globally recognized athlete. Critics have pointed out that the subject matter raises ethical questions about privacy, consent, and the responsibilities of public figures when intimate content becomes public.
The appeal by Éditions du Moment ensures that the story is not entirely suppressed. If the court ultimately overturns the ban, the book will likely resume its release schedule, potentially sparking further debates about personal boundaries, revenge porn, and accountability in relationships involving prominent public figures. Meanwhile, both Eto’o and Koah remain at the center of a legal and social storm that has captured the attention of sports fans, legal experts, and the public alike.
The situation also raises broader questions about the protection of individuals in the digital age, where the unauthorized sharing of intimate images can have devastating personal and professional consequences. Koah’s book, whether published or not, has already triggered conversations about the ethics of celebrity relationships, the right to privacy, and the balance between legal intervention and freedom of expression in France.
As the legal battle continues, the outcome of the appeal will determine whether Koah can share her account with the world. Until then, “Revenge Porn – Foot, Sex, Money” remains unavailable, and the debate over the book’s content and implications is far from over.
