Zavier Didier Tapei Gozo (born March 22, 2007) is an American professional soccer player who plays as a right winger or forward for Premier League club Crystal Palace.
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Club career
Gozo is a youth product of Comba FC and La Roca FC, before signing with the academy of Real Salt Lake in 2021. On December 14, 2022, he signed his first professional contract with Real Monarchs in the MLS Next Pro. On October 13, 2023, Gozo was called up to RSL for his first Major League Soccer match. He debuted with Real Salt Lake in a 2–2 Major League Soccer tie with LA Galaxy on October 15. On February 20, 2024, Gozo signed a contract with Real Salt Lake in the MLS until 2027, with an option to extend until 2029.
On August 18, 2026, Gozo signed with Premier League club Crystal Palace on a five-year deal.
International career
Born in the United States, Gozo was born to an Ivorian father and American mother. He was part of the United States U20s that finished as runners-up at the 2024 CONCACAF U-20 Championship.
Career statistics
As of match played September 8, 2026
Personal life
Gozo is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Honors
Individual
MLS All-Star: 2026