Neil Glossoa
French footballer (born 2004)
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Neil Glossoa (born 10 September 2004) is a French professional footballer who plays as a centre-back, right-back, or defensive midfielder for Pau FC.
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Neil Glossoa | ||
| Date of birth | 10 September 2004 | ||
| Place of birth | Orsay, France | ||
| Height | 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in) | ||
| Position(s) | |||
| Team information | |||
Current team | Pau FC | ||
| Number | 26 | ||
| 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– | Pau FC | 13 | (0) |
| * Club domestic league appearances and goals as of 2 December 2025 | |||
Early life
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
AJ Auxerre
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
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]
Playing style
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
Born in France, Glossoa holds dual nationality with Côte d'Ivoire.[6]