1. Overview
Frank Mario Magri (born September 4, 1999) is a professional footballer who plays as a forward for Ligue 1 club Toulouse. Born in France, he holds dual French and Cameroonian nationality and represents the Cameroon national team internationally.
2. Early life and background
Frank Mario Magri was born on September 4, 1999, in France. He is the son of a French father and a Cameroonian mother. Due to his parentage, Magri holds both French and Cameroonian nationalities, making him eligible to represent either nation in international football.
3. Player career
Frank Mario Magri's football journey began in the youth ranks, leading him through various French clubs before he earned a call-up to the Cameroon national team.
3.1. Youth career
Magri joined the youth academy of Angers when he was 15 years old. He spent several years developing his skills within the Angers system.
3.2. Professional career
Magri's professional career saw him progress from Angers' reserve team to playing for SC Bastia in Ligue 2 and subsequently for Toulouse FC in Ligue 1, France's top-tier football league.
3.2.1. Angers SCO
Frank Mario Magri began his senior career playing for the Angers reserve team in 2019. His performances led to him signing his first professional contract with the club on August 16, 2021.
3.2.2. SC Bastia
On January 7, 2022, Magri transferred to Ligue 2 side Bastia. He made his senior and professional debut for Bastia on January 29, 2022, in a Coupe de France match against Reims. The game ended in a 1-1 draw, with Bastia securing a 5-4 victory in a penalty shootout. Magri notably scored his side's fourth penalty during the shootout.
3.2.3. Toulouse FC
Magri moved to Ligue 1 club Toulouse on July 21, 2023. Since joining Toulouse, he has continued his professional career in the highest tier of French football, participating in the UEFA Europa League and the Trophée des Champions.
3.3. International career
Given his dual French and Cameroonian heritage, Frank Mario Magri was eligible to represent either nation at the international level. In October 2023, he received his first call-up to the Cameroon national team for a series of friendly matches, marking his debut in international football for Cameroon.
4. Career statistics
The following tables provide a comprehensive statistical overview of Frank Mario Magri's professional football career, detailing his appearances and goals for both clubs and the national team.
4.1. Club statistics
The table below shows Frank Mario Magri's appearances and goals for each club, categorized by season and competition.
| Club | Season | League | National cup | League cup | Continental | Other | Total | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Division | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | ||
| Angers II | 2016-17 | National 3 | 5 | 3 | - | - | - | - | 5 | 3 | ||||
| 2017-18 | National 3 | 9 | 2 | - | - | - | - | 9 | 2 | |||||
| 2018-19 | National 3 | 18 | 6 | - | - | - | - | 18 | 6 | |||||
| 2019-20 | CFA 2 | 17 | 6 | - | - | - | - | 17 | 6 | |||||
| 2020-21 | CFA 2 | 9 | 3 | - | - | - | - | 9 | 3 | |||||
| 2021-22 | CFA 2 | 13 | 6 | - | - | - | - | 13 | 6 | |||||
| Total | 71 | 26 | - | - | - | - | 71 | 26 | ||||||
| Bastia | 2021-22 | Ligue 2 | 12 | 2 | - | 2 | 0 | - | - | 14 | 2 | |||
| 2022-23 | Ligue 2 | 24 | 13 | - | 1 | 0 | - | - | 25 | 13 | ||||
| Total | 36 | 15 | - | 3 | 0 | - | - | 39 | 15 | |||||
| Toulouse | 2023-24 | Ligue 1 | 29 | 5 | 0 | 0 | - | 8 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 38 | 6 | |
| 2024-25 | Ligue 1 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 | - | - | - | 15 | 0 | ||||
| Total | 43 | 5 | 1 | 0 | - | 8 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 53 | 6 | |||
| Career total | 150 | 46 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 163 | 47 | ||
4.2. International statistics
The following tables provide details on Frank Mario Magri's appearances and goals for the Cameroon national team.
4.2.1. Appearances and goals by national team and year
| National team | Year | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cameroon | 2023 | 4 | 1 |
| 2024 | 8 | 1 | |
| Total | 12 | 2 | |
4.2.2. International goals
Scores and results list Cameroon's goal tally first, with the score column indicating the score after each Magri goal.
| No. | Date | Venue | Opponent | Score | Result | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 17 November 2023 | Japoma Stadium, Douala, Cameroon | Mauritius | 3-0 | 3-0 | 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification |
| 2 | 15 January 2024 | Charles Konan Banny Stadium, Yamoussoukro, Ivory Coast | Guinea | 1-1 | 1-1 | 2023 Africa Cup of Nations |
5. External links
- [https://int.soccerway.com/players/frank-magri/462163/ Frank Magri at Soccerway]