1982
First World Cup for Cameroon Forward
Roger Milla represents Cameroon at its first men's World Cup finals. The experience begins a remarkable international tournament career spanning three editions.
Football player and manager history
Roger Milla
Explore 8 football history records associated with Roger Milla, arranged by year, month, day and event. Entries may concern different clubs or national teams during the person’s career.
Historical events
1984
First Cameroon Africa Cup Title
Roger Milla plays in Cameroon's team as the country wins the 1984 Africa Cup of Nations. His international career becomes closely associated with the nation's rise.
1988
Winning Goal in African Final
Roger Milla scores the only goal of the 1988 Africa Cup of Nations final against Nigeria. His finish gives Cameroon a second continental championship.
1990
International Caps
Scores four times at the 1990 World Cup and helps Cameroon become the first African team to reach the quarter-finals.
1990
Late Double Against Romania
Roger Milla comes off the bench and scores twice to defeat Romania 2-1. The goals help Cameroon advance from the World Cup group stage.
1990
Two Goals Eliminate Colombia
Roger Milla scores twice in extra time against Colombia at the 1990 World Cup. Cameroon become the first African side to reach a men's World Cup quarter-final.
1994
Oldest World Cup Goalscorer Against Russia
Roger Milla scores against Russia at the 1994 World Cup aged 42. His record-setting goal becomes an enduring image of longevity in international football.
1994 June 28th
Oldest World Cup Goalscorer
Scores against Russia aged 42 years and 39 days, becoming the tournament's oldest goalscorer.