Frank Anguissa
A powerhouse Cameroonian midfielder whose relentless energy and ball-winning prowess anchor both his club and the national team.
Born 1995 (age 31)·Cameroonian footballer·Birthday: November 16·Millennials
Biography
André-Frank Zambo Anguissa, known as Frank Anguissa, has carved out a reputation as one of the most dynamic and physically imposing midfielders of his generation. Born in Yaoundé, Cameroon, his professional journey took him from France's Olympique de Marseille to the English Premier League with Fulham, before finding a perfect home at Italy's Napoli. It was in Naples that his game reached its peak, combining defensive steel with surprising dribbling ability for a player of his size. His performances were instrumental in Napoli's historic Serie A title win in 2023, where he became the indispensable engine in the center of the park. For Cameroon, he is a talismanic figure, bringing world-class pedigree to the heart of the Indomitable Lions.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Frank was born in 1995, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Frank Was Born
The biggest hits of 1995
#1 Movie
Toy Story
Best Picture
Braveheart
#1 TV Show
Seinfeld
Frank's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1995Born
Oklahoma City bombing; Windows 95 released
Gas: $1.15/galHome: $96,500Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Gangsta's Paradise" — CoolioBest Picture: Braveheart
2000Started school
Y2K passes without incident; contested Bush-Gore election
Gas: $1.51/galHome: $119,600Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Breathe" — Faith HillBest Picture: Gladiator
2008Became a teenager
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2011Could drive
Osama bin Laden killed; Arab Spring sweeps the Middle East
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $138,400Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Rolling in the Deep" — AdeleBest Picture: The Artist
2013Could vote
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2016Turned 21
Donald Trump elected president; Brexit vote
Gas: $2.14/galHome: $181,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Love Yourself" — Justin BieberBest Picture: Moonlight
2025Turned 30
AI agents go mainstream
Gas: $3.10/galHome: $385,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"APT." — Rose & Bruno Mars
2026Age 31 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Won the Serie A title with Napoli in the 2022-23 season, a key component of their midfield.
- Named Cameroon's Footballer of the Year in 2022.
- Earned a spot in the Serie A Team of the Season for 2022-23.
- Played every minute for Cameroon in their knockout stage run at the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Did You Know?
He is commonly known by his middle name, Frank, rather than his first name, André.
Before focusing on football, he was a talented basketball player in his youth.
He speaks four languages: French, English, Italian, and his native Cameroonian languages.
His younger brother, Frank Jr., is also a professional footballer.
“In the midfield, you must control the rhythm of the game.”
