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Neil Glossoa
Personal information
Full name Neil Glossoa
Date of birth (2004-09-10) 10 September 2004 (age 21)
Place of birth Orsay, France
Height 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in)
Positions
Team information
Current team
 Slavia Prague
Youth career
2010–2018 US Palaiseau
2018–2023 AJ Auxerre
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
2023–2025 AJ Auxerre B 9 (0)
2023–2025 AJ Auxerre 0 (0)
2025–2026 Pau FC 27 (0)
2026– Slavia Prague 0 (0)
* Club domestic league appearances and goals as of 11 May 2026

Neil Glossoa (born 10 September 2004) is a French professional footballer who plays as a centre-back, right-back, or defensive midfielder for Slavia Prague.

Early life

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Neil Glossoa was born in Orsay, France. He began his football career at a young age with US Palaiseau, where he played from the U7 to U13 levels.[1] In 2018, at the age of 13, he joined the youth academy of AJ Auxerre, one of France's renowned clubs for youth development.[1]

Club career

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AJ Auxerre

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Glossoa progressed through the Auxerre youth ranks and established himself as a versatile defensive player. Initially a midfielder, he adapted to playing as a right-back and centre-back. He played for Auxerre's reserve team in the Championnat National 2, appearing in 9 matches during the 2023–24 season.[2]

On 15 December 2023, Glossoa signed his first professional contract with AJ Auxerre, a milestone praised by the club's director of youth development and coaching staff.[3] He also made his professional debut in a Coupe de France match against Saint-Mézéry during the same period.[4]

Pau FC

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In June 2025, Glossoa signed with Ligue 2 side Pau FC, seeking to gain more first-team experience and continue his development at a higher competitive level. Pau FC values his athleticism and tactical versatility, which allow him to cover multiple defensive and midfield roles.[5]

Slavia Prague

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On 4 June 2026, Glossoa signed a contract with Czech First League club Slavia Prague until 2031.[6]

Playing style

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Glossoa is noted for his athleticism, adaptability, and defensive awareness. Comfortable both as a central defender and right-back, he can also contribute in a defensive midfield role, offering tactical flexibility to his coaches.[5]

Personal life

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Born in France, Glossoa holds dual nationality with Côte d'Ivoire.[7]

References

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  1. ^ a b Sempé, Christian (13 June 2025). "Le Pau FC recrute un jeune défenseur d'Auxerre". La République des Pyrénées (in French). Retrieved 15 July 2025.
  2. ^ Borrel, Hugo (12 April 2025). "L'AJ Auxerre B se heurte à l'efficacité de Saint-Maur Lusitanos". L'Yonne Républicaine (in French). Archived from the original on 13 April 2025. Retrieved 15 July 2025.
  3. ^ pellegrin, C. (15 December 2023). "Neil Glossoa signe son premier contrat professionnel". AJA (in French). Retrieved 25 June 2025.
  4. ^ "AJA - Le jeune milieu Neil Glossoa signe son premier contrat professionnel avec Auxerre - ici". ici, le média de la vie locale (in French). 15 December 2023. Retrieved 25 June 2025.
  5. ^ a b "Ligue 2. Avec ses recrues Meddah, Salles, Glossoa, Karamoko et sans doute Versini, le Pau FC reprend ce lundi". SudOuest.fr (in French). 22 June 2025. Retrieved 25 June 2025.
  6. ^ Votava, Šimon (4 June 2026). "Rána z čistého nebe! Slavia vítá pátou posilu, tentokrát přivedla obránce z Francie". eFotbal (in Czech). Retrieved 4 June 2026.
  7. ^ Rasoarivelo, Prisca (14 June 2025). "Le Pau FC Annonce la signature de Neil Glossoa". 225foot.com (in French). Retrieved 25 June 2025.
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