Jaushua James Elie Sotirio (born 11 October 1995) is a professional footballer who plays as a forward for A-League Men club Sydney FC. Born in Australia, he plays for the New Caledonia national team.
Club career
Western Sydney Wanderers
Sotirio began his professional career at Western Sydney Wanderers, and made his league debut on 14 December 2013 at Hunter Stadium against Newcastle Jets. His starting debut came on 15 November 2014 against Perth Glory, where he also scored in the 2–1 defeat.
Sotirio spent 6 seasons at the Wanderers, making a total of 81 league appearances for the club, before departing at the end of the 2018–19 season.
Wellington Phoenix
Following his departure from Western Sydney, Sotirio joined Wellington Phoenix.
Sotirio spent 3 seasons at Wellington Phoenix, making 65 league appearances, before leaving after the 2021–22 season.
Newcastle Jets
Sotirio's next move was to the Newcastle Jets for the 2022–23 season. Sotirio spent just one season at the club before departing in May 2023.
Kerala Blasters
Immediately after his release from Newcastle was announced, it was announced in May 2023 that Sotirio had joined Indian Super League club Kerala Blasters on a two-year deal. The Blasters also paid an undisclosed amount of transfer fee to sign Sotirio. On 19 July 2023, Kerala Blasters announced that Sotirio suffered an ankle injury on his right leg during a training session and would remain out of action until at least 2024. He ruptured his achilles tendon, which required surgery.
International career
On 10 March 2025, Sotirio's request to switch allegiance to New Caledonia was approved by FIFA. The following week he was called-up to the squad for the Oceanian 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification semi-final.
Personal life
Sotirio has dual citizenship (French and Australian); both of his parents are from New Caledonia.
References
External links
- Jaushua Sotirio at Soccerway
