Haitian footballer (born 1999)
François André Dulysse (born April 13, 1999) is a Haitian professional footballer who plays as a defender for Egnatia in the Kategoria Superiore. Born in the United States, he plays for the Haiti national team.
Career
Youth, College & Amateur
Dulysse played with USSDA side Boca United in Florida,[1] before spending time with Portland Timbers in 2016[2] whilst graduating from Beaverton High School.[3]
In 2016, Dulysse played college soccer at the University of Central Florida, where he went on to make 23 appearances for the Knights over three seasons.[4] In 2019, Dulysse transferred to Manhattan College and went on to play 15 games for the Jaspers.[5] He missed a full senior year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Whilst at college, Dulysse played with USL League Two side Portland Timbers U23s in 2018,[6] and Treasure Coast Tritons in 2019.[7]
Professional
On December 9, 2020, it was announced that Dulysse had signed with USL League One side New England Revolution II ahead of their 2021 season.[8] On January 21, 2021, Dulysse was drafted 51st overall in the 2021 MLS SuperDraft by New England Revolution, securing his MLS rights should be signed to the club's first team roster.[9]
On April 10, 2021, Dulysse made his professional debut, starting against Fort Lauderdale CF.[10] Dulysse was not announced as a returning player for the club's 2022 season where they'd be competing in the newly formed MLS Next Pro.[11]
Dulysse signed with Central Valley Fuego in February 2022, ahead of their inaugural season in USL League One.[12]
International
Dulysse has represented the Haiti national football team at U20 and U23 level.[3] He was called up to represent the senior Haiti national team at the 2021 CONCACAF Gold Cup.[13] He debuted with Haiti in a Gold Cup match against Canada on 15 July 2021.[14]
Personal
Dulysse was born in Lexington, Kentucky, but moved to Greenacres, Florida at the age of two.[3]
Honours
- Egnatia
References
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