Let José Mourinho’s skepticism be proven wrong. Samuel Eto’o’s prowess on the pitch belies any notion of aging bones, despite the Portuguese coach’s playful controversy regarding the Chelsea striker’s age last month. Eto’o himself has swiftly responded to Mourinho’s remarks, asserting his determination to continue playing.
In an interview with the London Evening Standard, conducted the day after his 33rd birthday, the Cameroonian forward, ranked as the third richest player in the world, emphasized that his age is inconsequential. Eto’o emphasized his commitment to hard work, asserting that his experience is a valuable asset for the team. He confidently asserted, “My age doesn’t matter. I work as much as Oscar or Eden Hazard. I have more experience and that’s a good thing for the team.” Additionally, he expressed his belief that he still has several more years at the top level, aiming to continue scoring goals prolifically.
Eto’o’s confidence in his abilities was on full display during Sunday’s match against Tottenham, where he celebrated his goal by mimicking an old man, perhaps as a playful retort to Mourinho’s remarks, signifying that he still possesses the energy and capability to perform at the highest level.
Despite the banter, Eto’o’s performance speaks volumes, proving that age is just a number and his footballing prowess remains undiminished.
