Christopher Wooh, the key defender for Cameroon, has revealed the pivotal role Samuel Eto’o played in his decision to represent his country on the international stage. Speaking in an interview with Radio France Internationale, Wooh recounted how his long-standing ambition to play for Cameroon was solidified when Eto’o personally visited him and asked him to join the national team.
Wooh, 24, explained that his dream had always been to wear the Cameroon jersey, a sentiment shared with his father.
I always told myself, with my father, that if one day I had the choice, I would choose Cameroon.
So as soon as the opportunity presented itself, especially when President Samuel Eto’o came to my house to ask me, I did not hesitate.
I said yes straight away and I do not regret it,” he said.
The young defender also shared how Eto’o’s presence left a deep impression on him.
It was strange to see him because as a Cameroonian, he is our national figure,” Wooh noted. “Seeing him talk to me, being in front of me, it was impressive.
Usually, I see him on TV, and suddenly he’s in front of me.
He has this ability to convince players, his career speaks for him, and he also has ambition for the national team.
Wooh also spoke highly of Rigobert Song, who he considers not only his coach but also a significant influence in his career.
He was really the national figure in this position, the world number 4 as they say in the country,” Wooh said, clearly admiring Song’s legacy.
With 137 caps and four World Cups under his belt, Song’s impact as a player has made him an enduring role model for young defenders like Wooh.
I’ll sign right away to have the same career as him,” Wooh added.
Regarding the current Cameroonian squad, Wooh also expressed his appreciation for the work of head coach Marc Brys, who has brought a renewed sense of unity and strength to the team.
Since the new coach arrived, we have had very good performances. Good results and good content too.
We have managed to find a good identity, a very good group that works very well together,” Wooh said. “If we continue like this, I think we can go very far in this AFCON.
Despite his optimism, Wooh acknowledged the tough competition Cameroon will face in upcoming tournaments, particularly from teams like Morocco and Ivory Coast.
Nonetheless, he highlighted the enduring fighting spirit that defines the Cameroon national team.
Even when we are behind, our opponents know that they are not safe from a comeback.
at 0-2 or 0-3, Cameroon is always there to fight until the end of the match,” he concluded.
