Bruno Ecuele Manga
Gabon/D/
GabonPlayer Info
Bruno Ecuele Manga is a Gabonese international central defender, renowned for his physical strength, aerial prowess, and longevity in European football. Born on July 16, 1988, Manga began his career in France with FC Girondins de Bordeaux before making his name at FC Lorient in Ligue 1. His consistent performances in France earned him a move to the English Championship with Cardiff City in 2014, where he became a fan favorite and a defensive leader. He played a crucial role in Cardiff's promotion to the Premier League in the 2017-18 season and captained the side with distinction. A stalwart for the Gabon national team, Manga has earned over 70 caps and has represented his country in multiple Africa Cup of Nations tournaments, often serving as captain. His career is marked by reliability and a commanding presence at the back, making him one of Gabon's most celebrated football exports. He continues to compete at a high level, bringing experience and stability to his teams.
Overview
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Weaknesses
Transfer History
2024/12/26
Free player
Paris 13 AtleticoSigned
2024/06/30
Chamois NiortaisFree playerTerminated
2023/08/08
ASM BelfortaineChamois NiortaisSigned
2023/01/30
Free playerASM BelfortaineSigned
2022/06/30
DijonFree playerTerminated
2019/07/17
Cardiff CityDijon2000000€
Transfer
Matches
Competition
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Statistics
GabonCAF AFCON2025
Matches
Games Played
2
Games Started
2
Minutes Per Game
135
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
0
Accurate Passes Per Game
98
Key Passes Per Game
0
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
6
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
2
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
2
Interceptions Per Game
2
Clearances Per Game
16
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
1
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
3
Be Fouled Per Game
0