Michaël Niçoise

Youth

Born in Bondy, Seine-Saint-Denis, Niçoise began playing football at an early age with his hometown club, ASCC Chelles. He was spotted at 13 by AJ Auxerre but left the family nest at 14 to join the sports-study program at CS Meaux and the Paris Saint-Germain training center.

Senior

Niçoise began his senior career at Amiens SC training center that offered him his first professional contract in 2003. He signed his professional contract under Denis Troch. He played in a Coupe de la Ligue match against Troyes. Arrived in extra time, he qualify his team with his penalty during the session of shots in the purpose. Alex Dupont's arrival will push him then towards the exit. In 2005, he signed with Belgian club FC Brussels. During his first experience outside France he was coached by French manager Albert Cartier. Partnering Igor de Camargo in attack, he registered 3 goals for 26 league matches. In 2006, Elijah joined Süper Lig side Gençlerbirliği S.K. In 2007, he returned to Belgium signing with Mouscron. In 2008, he moved to Switzerland to play for Neuchâtel Xamax. He spent part of the 2008–09 season with Ethnikós Áchnas but agreed the termination of his contract after six months with the Cypriot club. In 2010, Niçoise played for Réunion side SS Saint-Louisienne. In summer 2011, Niçoise signed a three-year contract with Egyptian club Al-Masry SC. He did not make an appearance for the club. In early 2012, he signed with Malaysia Super League side PKNS F.C. as…

Niçoise made his debut for Guadeloupe team at the Caribbean Cup in December 2008 against Cuba. He scored in his second game against Haiti.

He is a Muslim, having converted to Islam. He also has two daughters.