Matthew Longstaff

Midfielder #8
Age 26 years
Nationality England
Market Value €1.2M

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 Longstaff
Midfielder
Versatile midfield squad player

Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.

Matthew Longstaff Traits

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

vs Midfielders

Height 8%
Weight 35%
Experience 54%

vs Major League Soccer

Height 4%
Weight 21%
Experience 52%

Traits

PRIME

Player DNA

Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are

Dribbling: 52 - Ability to beat defenders with close control and skill moves Shooting: 53 - Clinical finishing, shot accuracy, and conversion rate Defense: 44 - Winning duels, tackles, interceptions, and blocks Workrate: 25 - Engine and intensity - total duels and physical commitment Passing: 57 - Vision, key passes, and ability to create chances
Dribbling
Shooting
Defense
Workrate
Passing
Dribbling 52
Shooting 53
Defense 44
Workrate 25
Passing 57
Key Strength 57 Passing
Area to Watch 25 Workrate

Match Stats

Recent appearances across all competitions

Date Fixture League Mins Rating G A FM Score Venue
Oct 18, 2026 Seattle Sounders 1-1 CF Montreal Major League Soccer 3' 6.0 0 0 49 Lumen Field
Oct 14, 2026 CF Montreal 0-3 Atlanta United FC Major League Soccer 67' 6.0 0 0 30 Saputo Stadium
Oct 10, 2026 Toronto FC 2-1 CF Montreal Major League Soccer 90' 6.3 0 0 66 BMO Field
Sep 26, 2026 CF Montreal 3-1 FC Cincinnati Major League Soccer 90' 6.8 0 0 59 Saputo Stadium
Sep 19, 2026 CF Montreal 0-2 Columbus Crew Major League Soccer 19' 6.7 0 0 29 Saputo Stadium
Sep 09, 2026 CF Montreal 1-2 Charlotte Major League Soccer 90' 6.5 0 0 53 Saputo Stadium
Sep 05, 2026 Philadelphia Union 2-0 CF Montreal Major League Soccer 90' 6.1 0 0 53 Subaru Park
Aug 29, 2026 Inter Miami 7-1 CF Montreal Major League Soccer 96' 6.7 0 0 86 Nu Stadium
Aug 22, 2026 CF Montreal 2-2 Los Angeles Galaxy Major League Soccer 90' 7.3 0 0 61 Saputo Stadium
Aug 19, 2026 Columbus Crew 1-2 CF Montreal Major League Soccer 77' 6.6 0 0 47 Lower.com Field
Aug 15, 2026 CF Montreal 1-1 DC United Major League Soccer 28' 6.5 0 0 45 Saputo Stadium
Aug 01, 2026 CF Montreal 2-2 New England Revolution Major League Soccer 45' 6.6 0 0 72 Saputo Stadium
Jul 25, 2026 CF Montreal 0-1 Inter Miami Major League Soccer 80' 6.7 0 0 33 Saputo Stadium
Jul 23, 2026 Nashville SC 1-0 CF Montreal Major League Soccer 88' 7.0 0 0 34 Geodis Park
Jul 16, 2026 CF Montreal 0-0 Toronto FC Major League Soccer 94' 6.6 0 0 12 Saputo Stadium
May 23, 2026 DC United 4-4 CF Montreal Major League Soccer 100' 6.3 0 0 100 Audi Field
May 16, 2026 CF Montreal 0-2 Chicago Fire Major League Soccer 94' 7.0 0 0 45 Saputo Stadium
May 13, 2026 CF Montreal 2-2 Portland Timbers Major League Soccer 91' 8.2 0 2 61 Saputo Stadium
May 09, 2026 CF Montreal 2-0 Orlando City SC Major League Soccer 98' 6.7 0 0 49 Saputo Stadium
May 02, 2026 Atlanta United FC 3-1 CF Montreal Major League Soccer 74' 7.3 1 0 73 Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Player Market Value

Track Matthew 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

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