Kosi Thompson

Kosi Trevor David Thompson (born January 27, 2003) is a Canadian soccer player who plays as a midfielder for Eliteserien side Lillestrøm, on loan from Toronto FC.

Early life

He began playing soccer with in the Vaughan Azzurri youth system. In February 2015, at age 12, he joined the Toronto FC Academy. Terry Dunfield, who became his coach at U14 level, immediately was impressed with his performance both on and off the field, selecting him to be team captain. As part of the TFC Academy, he helped them to the 2019 U16 Dallas Cup and was named to the 2019-20 Generation Adidas Best XI. In 2020, he signed a national letter of intent to attend Oregon State University and play for the Beavers men's soccer team for the 2021 season. However, he ultimately did not join Oregon State, turning professional instead. Thompson attended Ursula Franklin Academy.

Club career

On May 13, 2021, he signed his first professional contract with Toronto FC II of USL League One to join the team for the 2021 season. He made his debut for Toronto FC II on May 22, 2021 against North Texas SC. He scored his first professional goal on June 2 against Union Omaha.

After impressing during 2022 preseason, he signed a contract with the first team Toronto FC. He made his first appearance for TFC as a late-game substitution against the Columbus Crew, on March 12, 2022. He started his first match on April 2 against New York City FC. He scored his first goal on April 9 against Real Salt Lake. In 2023, he was loaned to the second team for some matches.

In August 2023, Thompson was loaned to Lillestrøm of the Eliteserien for the rest of the season, with an option of a permanent transfer. He made his debut on September 3 against Aalesund.

International career

In May 2022, Thompson was named to the 60-man provisional Canadian U-20 team for the 2022 CONCACAF U-20 Championship.

Career statistics

As of match played August 29, 2023

Honours

Toronto FC

• Canadian Championship: 2020