About Hayden Matthews
Born 2004. Hayden Matthews is an Australian association football player.
Hayden John Matthews (born 19 June 2004) is an Australian soccer player who currently plays as a central defender for EFL Championship club Portsmouth and the Australia national team.
Club career Matthews was brought into the Sydney A-League Mens side, having been promoted from the National Premier Leagues NSW squad as injury cover for Jack Rodwell and Gabriel Lacerda. He made his debut against Newcastle Jets on 19 January 2024. With limited expectation upon him and fellow youth center half pairing Jake Girdwood-Reich impressed in their performances for the club.
On 27 January 2025, Matthews signed for EFL Championship club Portsmouth for an undisclosed fee, reported to be £1.26 million.
International career Matthews made his debut for the Socceroos against Bahrain in a World Cup qualifier in November 2024.
Personal life Matthews has been a life-long Sydney FC supporter.
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Who is Hayden Matthews?
Australian soccer player (born 2004)
When was Hayden Matthews born?
Hayden Matthews was born on 19 June 2004.
What is Hayden Matthews's occupation?
Hayden Matthews is an association football player.
What nationality is Hayden Matthews?
Hayden Matthews is Australian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Hayden Matthews. https://biography.guide/hayden-matthews/
MLA: "Hayden Matthews." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/hayden-matthews/.
Chicago: "Hayden Matthews." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/hayden-matthews/.
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