The dancing goalscorer who captivated the 1990 World Cup — the first African to truly capture global attention at a World Cup.
The dancing goalscorer who captivated the 1990 World Cup — the first African to truly capture global attention at a World Cup. Football at the highest level rewards technical mastery, physical conditioning and the mental fortitude to perform consistently across a long and unrelenting career. Career highlights included African Player of Year 2x, 1990 World Cup Quarter-Final (Cameroon), 105 Cameroon caps. What consistently distinguished Roger was the ability to perform at the highest level over many seasons — competing with the very best while maintaining exceptional standards throughout a long career in football. Across a career marked by sustained excellence, Roger established a legacy that endures in the record books and in the lasting memory of football fans worldwide. Roger Milla's achievements in football were built on technical discipline, physical preparation and competitive commitment that allowed performance to be maintained at the very top across multiple seasons.
African Player of Year 2x
He came out of retirement to score at the 1994 World Cup at the age of 42 — the oldest player ever to score in a World Cup finals.
Did You Know?Career Honours
- African Player of Year 2x
- 1990 World Cup Quarter-Final (Cameroon)
- 105 Cameroon caps