Matthew Polster

Midfielder #8
Age 33 years
Nationality USA
Market Value €600K

Career

No transfer history

Matthew Polster serves as the ultimate professional and a quintessential bronze-tier SQUAD PLAYER for New England. Having arrived from Rangers back in 2020, the 33-year-old American is quietly building his body of work in the background. While he may not command the spotlight, his steady presence and veteran know-how provide exactly the kind of rotational stability that every successful team requires to navigate a gruelling calendar.

His match metrics tell the story of a willing grafter. Registering four appearances and logging just over 300 minutes on the pitch, he is putting together a reliable, if unspectacular, campaign. Crucially, his form is on an upward trajectory, showing that he finds his rhythm quickly when called upon. The defining characteristic of his game is an exceptional Intensity rating. Even without goals or assists to his name, his high motor and relentless work rate ensure that the team's engine never stalls when he enters the fray. He tackles the dirty work, plugs gaps, and ensures that the transition between regular starters and the bench remains seamless.

Holding a market value of €1M, his financial valuation exhibits a falling trend that naturally aligns with a veteran entering the twilight of his career. However, his true worth cannot be measured on a balance sheet. In high-stakes fixtures where experience and tactical discipline are paramount, having a trustworthy operator in reserve is an invaluable asset.

Player Rating

Matthew Polster
Midfielder
Reliable veteran midfield rotation option

Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.

Matthew Polster Traits

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

vs Midfielders

Height 81%
Weight 82%
Experience 92%

vs Major League Soccer

Height 54%
Weight 59%
Experience 91%

Traits

VETERAN

Player DNA

Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are

Dribbling: 30 - Ability to beat defenders with close control and skill moves Shooting: 53 - Clinical finishing, shot accuracy, and conversion rate Defense: 34 - Winning duels, tackles, interceptions, and blocks Workrate: 36 - Engine and intensity - total duels and physical commitment Passing: 44 - Vision, key passes, and ability to create chances
Dribbling
Shooting
Defense
Workrate
Passing
Dribbling 30
Shooting 53
Defense 34
Workrate 36
Passing 44
Key Strength 53 Shooting
Area to Watch 30 Dribbling

Match Stats

Recent appearances across all competitions

Date Fixture League Mins Rating G A FM Score Venue
Oct 17, 2026 New England Revolution 1-0 Chicago Fire Major League Soccer 90' 8.2 1 0 34 Boston Stadium
Oct 14, 2026 FC Cincinnati 2-3 New England Revolution Major League Soccer 90' 6.2 0 0 82 TQL Stadium
Oct 10, 2026 New England Revolution 0-3 Seattle Sounders Major League Soccer 65' 6.3 0 0 49 Boston Stadium
Sep 27, 2026 Real Salt Lake 3-0 New England Revolution Major League Soccer 86' 6.4 0 0 45 Rio Tinto Stadium
Sep 19, 2026 New England Revolution 4-2 Orlando City SC Major League Soccer 96' 6.3 0 0 100 Gillette Stadium
Sep 13, 2026 Chicago Fire 1-2 New England Revolution Major League Soccer 90' 6.7 0 0 58 Soldier Field
Sep 10, 2026 New York City FC 1-2 New England Revolution Major League Soccer 72' 6.4 0 0 89 Citi Field
Sep 06, 2026 Los Angeles Galaxy 2-1 New England Revolution Major League Soccer 84' 6.6 0 0 75 Dignity Health Sports Park
Aug 30, 2026 Columbus Crew 1-3 New England Revolution Major League Soccer 94' 7.3 1 0 72 Lower.com Field
Aug 23, 2026 New England Revolution 1-1 New York City FC Major League Soccer 70' 6.7 0 0 43 Gillette Stadium
Aug 19, 2026 DC United 0-3 New England Revolution Major League Soccer 77' 6.5 0 0 47 Audi Field
Aug 15, 2026 Toronto FC 2-1 New England Revolution Major League Soccer 81' 6.9 0 0 75 BMO Field
Aug 08, 2026 New England Revolution 0-2 Houston Dynamo Major League Soccer 54' 6.6 0 0 25 Gillette Stadium
Aug 01, 2026 CF Montreal 2-2 New England Revolution Major League Soccer 73' 7.0 0 0 72 Saputo Stadium
Jul 25, 2026 New England Revolution 4-1 Atlanta United FC Major League Soccer 79' 8.3 0 2 49 Gillette Stadium
Jul 22, 2026 New England Revolution 0-0 Toronto FC Major League Soccer 73' 6.5 0 0 23 Gillette Stadium
May 23, 2026 Charlotte 1-0 New England Revolution Major League Soccer 79' 7.0 0 0 48 Bank of America Stadium
May 16, 2026 New England Revolution 2-1 Minnesota United FC Major League Soccer 21' 6.7 0 0 73 Gillette Stadium
May 13, 2026 New England Revolution 0-3 Nashville SC Major League Soccer 69' 6.6 0 0 52 Gillette Stadium
May 09, 2026 New England Revolution 2-1 Philadelphia Union Major League Soccer 15' 6.3 0 0 52 Gillette Stadium

Player Market Value

Track Matthew Polster's transfer value changes and career value history

Current Value €600K
Peak Value €1.0M (Q3'21)
€1.0M €500K €0
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