Matthew Longstaff

Midfielder #8
Age 25 years
Nationality England
Market Value €1M

Career

No transfer history

Matthew Longstaff is establishing himself as a pragmatic bronze utility presence in the midfield. Now 26 and building his body of work following his transfer to Montréal, the Englishman brings valuable European experience to his new club. Recognised officially with the SQUAD PLAYER badge, he is the definition of a reliable option who steps up exactly when the tactical setup demands fresh legs and discipline.

Though his sample size is still emerging with 350 minutes spread across five appearances, the underlying metrics paint a picture of a highly versatile contributor. He is on an upward trajectory, shaking off early adaptation hurdles to find a consistent rhythm. A solid Defense rating serves as the foundation of his game, allowing him to break up play and shield the backline effectively. While his offensive output remains quiet, his defensive diligence provides crucial tactical flexibility.

Holding a stable market valuation of €1M, Longstaff represents a low-risk, functional piece for the squad. As he settles into his role, his ability to execute defensive instructions makes him a valuable depth asset for the grinding phases of the campaign.

Player Rating

Matthew Ben Longstaff
49
Rating
100
hot streak
Form
⚡ Skills 27
🎯 Clutch 43
🎨 Style 50
📊 Ability 40
💰 Opportunity
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Midfielder

Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.

Scout Report

Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.

Matthew Ben Longstaff is a solid SQUAD PLAYER for CF Montreal. Evidence: 5.0 Appearances.

Player DNA

Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.

A developing player working on their overall game.

Physical profile: Compact Build.

Matthew Ben Longstaff Traits

Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.

vs Midfielders

Height 9%
Weight 35%
Experience 56%

vs Major League Soccer

Height 4%
Weight 21%
Experience 53%

Traits

PRIME

Player DNA

Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are

Dribbling: 67 - Ability to beat defenders with close control and skill moves Shooting: 0 - Clinical finishing, shot accuracy, and conversion rate Defense: 71 - Winning duels, tackles, interceptions, and blocks Workrate: 21 - Engine and intensity - total duels and physical commitment Passing: 22 - Vision, key passes, and ability to create chances
Dribbling
Shooting
Defense
Workrate
Passing
Dribbling 67
Shooting 0
Defense 71
Workrate 21
Passing 22
Key Strength 71 Defense
Area to Watch 0 Shooting

Match Stats

Match-by-match record for Matthew Ben Longstaff this season

Date Fixture League Mins Rating G A FM Score Venue
May 02, 2026 Atlanta United FC 3-1 CF Montreal Major League Soccer 74' 7.3 1 - 73 Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Apr 25, 2026 CF Montreal 1-0 New York City FC Major League Soccer 88' 7.9 - 1 37 Saputo Stadium
Apr 18, 2026 CF Montreal 4-1 New York Red Bulls Major League Soccer 93' 6.9 1 0 68 Saputo Stadium
Apr 11, 2026 CF Montreal 1-2 Philadelphia Union Major League Soccer 94' 6.5 0 0 56 Saputo Stadium
Apr 04, 2026 New England Revolution 3-0 CF Montreal Major League Soccer 92' 7.2 0 0 40 Gillette Stadium
Mar 22, 2026 FC Cincinnati 4-3 CF Montreal Major League Soccer 84' 6.7 0 0 100 TQL Stadium
Mar 14, 2026 Orlando City SC 2-1 CF Montreal Major League Soccer 57' 7.3 0 0 53 -
Mar 08, 2026 New York Red Bulls 0-3 CF Montreal Major League Soccer 86' 7.0 0 0 59 Sports Illustrated Stadium
Feb 28, 2026 Chicago Fire 3-0 CF Montreal Major League Soccer 78' 7.2 0 0 76 Soldier Field
Feb 22, 2026 San Diego 5-0 CF Montreal Major League Soccer 45' 7.2 0 0 63 Snapdragon Stadium

Player Market Value

Track Matthew Ben Longstaff's transfer value changes and career value history

Current Value €1.2M
Peak Value €5.0M (Q3'20)
€5.0M €2.5M €0
Q1'20 Q1'20 Q2'20 Q3'20 Q4'20 Q1'21 Q2'21 Q4'21 Q2'22 Q1'23 Q2'23 Q4'23 Q2'24 Q4'24 Q2'25 Q4'25