Matty Cash
Defender #2
Age 28 years
Nationality Poland
Birth Country England
Market Value €22M
Career
AV
◀ 2020 Aston Villa from Nottingham Forest
D&R
2016 Dagenham & Redbridge from Nottingham Forest
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Matthew Stuart Cash is a elite TRANSFORMER SEASON for Aston Villa. Evidence: 3 Turning Points.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Shooting (75/100) but has room to grow in Defense.
Matthew Stuart Cash Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Defenders
Height 44%
Weight 57%
Experience 67%
vs Premier League
Height 56%
Weight 65%
Experience 69%
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 54
Shooting 75
Defense 41
Workrate 51
Passing 56
Key Strength 75 Shooting
Area to Watch 41 Defense
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Matthew Stuart Cash this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 03, 2026 | Aston Villa 1-2 Tottenham | 94' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 68 |
| Apr 30, 2026 | Nottingham Forest 1-0 Aston Villa | 94' | 6.7 | - | - | 43 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | Fulham 1-0 Aston Villa | 93' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 41 |
| Apr 19, 2026 | Aston Villa 4-3 Sunderland | 97' | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 100 |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Aston Villa 4-0 Bologna | 86' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 55 |
| Apr 12, 2026 | Nottingham Forest 1-1 Aston Villa | 91' | 6.5 | 0 | 0 | 40 |
| Apr 09, 2026 | Bologna 1-3 Aston Villa | 94' | 6.5 | 0 | 0 | 84 |
| Mar 22, 2026 | Aston Villa 2-0 West Ham | 93' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| Mar 19, 2026 | Aston Villa 2-0 Lille | 16' | 6.6 | 0 | 0 | 44 |
| Mar 04, 2026 | Aston Villa 1-4 Chelsea | 45' | 5.9 | 0 | 0 | 68 |
| Feb 27, 2026 | Wolves 2-0 Aston Villa | 98' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 41 |
| Feb 21, 2026 | Aston Villa 1-1 Leeds | 87' | 7.6 | 0 | 0 | 49 |
| Feb 07, 2026 | Bournemouth 1-1 Aston Villa | 92' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 40 |
| Feb 01, 2026 | Aston Villa 0-1 Brentford | 100' | 7.5 | 0 | 0 | 60 |
| Jan 29, 2026 | Aston Villa 3-2 Red Bull Salzburg | 45' | 7.0 | 0 | 1 | 78 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| May 07, 2026 | Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest | 95 |
| May 10, 2026 | Burnley vs Aston Villa | 56 |
| May 17, 2026 | Aston Villa vs Liverpool | 51 |
| May 24, 2026 | Manchester City vs Aston Villa | 60 |
Player Market Value
Track Matthew Stuart Cash's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €22.0M
Peak Value €28.0M (Q4'23)
€28.0M €14.0M €0
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Matty Cash is Aston Villa's Silver Engine, a player whose identity is built on relentless energy and verticality. Having spent four seasons at Villa Park since his arrival from Nottingham Forest in 2020, the Polish international has established himself as a fixture in the squad, contributing to the club's rise with two trophy wins in continental cup competitions.
Across 24 appearances and over 2,100 minutes of action, Cash has proven his worth as a versatile Engine. He has earned the TRANSFORMER SEASON badge, a testament to his ability to impact the scoreboard despite his defensive starting position. With 3 goals to his name, his Shooting dimension of 75 stands out as his most lethal attribute, allowing him to pop up in advanced positions. While he is searching for rhythm following a quiet spell in form, his reliability over the full season ensures he remains a trusted component of the system. His Intensity on the right flank provides the tactical Balance required to transition from defensive solidity to offensive pressure.
With a market value of €25M, the Stakes remain high for the 29-year-old. Despite a slight downward trend in his valuation, his experience in the Premier League makes him a valuable asset as the club navigates a demanding schedule, aiming for consistent continental qualification.