Active in Premier League
Matt Doherty
Defender #2
Age 33 years
Nationality Republic of Ireland
Market Value €2M
Career
W
◀ 2023 Wolves from Atletico Madrid
AM
2023 Atletico Madrid from Tottenham
T
2020 Tottenham from Wolves
B
2012 Bury from Wolves
H
2012 Hibernian from Wolves
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Matthew James Doherty is a solid SQUAD PLAYER for Wolves. Evidence: 9.0 Appearances.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Workrate (86/100) but has room to grow in Shooting.
Physical profile: Veteran Experience.
Matthew James Doherty 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 61%
Experience 95%
vs Premier League
Height 56%
Weight 69%
Experience 95%
Traits
VETERAN DECORATED
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 57
Shooting 5
Defense 51
Workrate 86
Passing 22
Key Strength 86 Workrate
Area to Watch 5 Shooting
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Matthew James Doherty this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 16, 2026 | Brentford 2-2 Wolves | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 66 |
| Mar 03, 2026 | Wolves 2-1 Liverpool | 59' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 73 |
| Feb 27, 2026 | Wolves 2-0 Aston Villa | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 41 |
| Feb 22, 2026 | Crystal Palace 1-0 Wolves | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 71 |
| Feb 18, 2026 | Wolves 2-2 Arsenal | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 69 |
| Feb 11, 2026 | Nottingham Forest 0-0 Wolves | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 22 |
| Feb 07, 2026 | Wolves 1-3 Chelsea | 45' | 5.5 | 0 | 0 | 72 |
| Jan 31, 2026 | Wolves 0-2 Bournemouth | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 38 |
| Jan 24, 2026 | Manchester City 2-0 Wolves | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 33 |
| Jan 18, 2026 | Wolves 0-0 Newcastle | ' | - | - | - | 16 |
| Jan 18, 2026 | Gençlerbirliği S.K. 1-1 Samsunspor | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 35 |
| Jan 07, 2026 | Everton 1-1 Wolves | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 63 |
| Jan 03, 2026 | Wolves 3-0 West Ham | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 35 |
| Dec 30, 2025 | Manchester United 1-1 Wolves | 96' | 7.0 | 0 | 0 | 51 |
| Dec 27, 2025 | Liverpool 2-1 Wolves | 62' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 46 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 10, 2026 | West Ham vs Wolves | 46 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | Leeds vs Wolves | 42 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | Wolves vs Tottenham | 43 |
| May 02, 2026 | Wolves vs Sunderland | 51 |
| May 09, 2026 | Brighton vs Wolves | 43 |
| May 17, 2026 | Wolves vs Fulham | 51 |
| May 24, 2026 | Burnley vs Wolves | 38 |
Player Market Value
Track Matthew James Doherty's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €2.0M
Peak Value €20.0M (Q4'19)
€20.0M €10.0M €0
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Matt Doherty stands as a Silver Wall for Wolves, bringing the composure of a veteran to the Molineux backline. A twice-promoted specialist with a Championship winner's medal in his cabinet, the Irish international has spent over a decade navigating the physical demands of English football, establishing himself as a fixture of the club's modern identity.
This season, Doherty has operated as a reliable SQUAD PLAYER, accumulating 647 minutes across 9 appearances. While he is currently searching for rhythm during a slightly quieter spell of form, his underlying numbers remain steady. His greatest asset remains a relentless Intensity rating of 88, proving that even at 34, his engine allows him to cover the flank and support the defensive block effectively. His role as a defensive specialist is further solidified by his established reliability rating, offering the manager a tactical safety net when matches demand experience over exuberance.
With a market value of €2M and a contract running through 2026, Doherty’s value lies in his professionalism and leadership. As the season progresses, his ability to step into the starting eleven during high-pressure scenarios will be vital for Wolves' stability in the top flight.