Josmer (Jozy) Altidore (born November 6, 1989 in Livingston, New Jersey) is a Haitian American soccer striker, who currently plays for the New York Red Bulls of Major League Soccer.

Altidore was taken 17th overall in the 2006 MLS SuperDraft, with the MetroStars trading up to receive the selection. Altidore made his professional debut 23 August 2006 as a substitute in a 3-1 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup loss to D.C. United. He scored his first professional goal at the age of 16, blasting a late 28-yard shot to beat Columbus 1-0 September 16, 2006. Scoring three times in seven appearances, including a crucial goal against the Chicago Fire on September 30 2006, Altidore became a fan favorite. With his goal in the second match of Red Bull New York's two game play-off series against D.C. United in 2006, Altidore became the youngest player ever to score in an MLS play-off game.

Born in New Jersey to Haitian parents, Altidore was born with a terrific shot. At age 5 his parents were afraid he would hurt the other team with his shot, making him play with the 8 year olds. He has played for the Under-17 United States national team, and was part of the U.S. squad at the 2005 FIFA U-17 World Championship. He appeared as a substitute in the United States' 3-1 win over Italy and 2-0 loss to the Netherlands.

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