According to Eto’o, who took part in four World Cups with Cameroon but never reached the knockout stages, the 2022 tournament represents Africa’s best opportunity yet to finally get their hands on the grandest prize in football.

“Africa has always had the potential to achieve a successful World Cup, but we haven’t always shown our best face up to now,” Eto’o said, in his capacity as an ambassador for Qatar Legacy, in a statement received by ESPN.

“During the years, African teams have acquired more and more experience, and I think they’re ready not only to participate in a World Cup, but also to win it.

“Cameroon will win the World Cup final against Morocco.”