Matteo Camillo Paul de Brienne (born May 22, 2002) is a Canadian professional soccer player who plays as a left-back for Atlético Ottawa in the Canadian Premier League.
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Matteo Camillo Paul de Brienne | ||
| Date of birth | May 22, 2002 | ||
| Place of birth | Ottawa, Ontario, Canada | ||
| Height | 1.70 m (5 ft 7 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Left-back | ||
| Team information | |||
Current team | Atlético Ottawa | ||
| Number | 22 | ||
| Youth career | |||
| Ottawa South United | |||
| 2016–2020 | Vancouver Whitecaps FC | ||
| College career | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2021 | Carleton Ravens | 10 | (6) |
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2020 | Atlético Ottawa | 0 | (0) |
| 2021 | Ottawa South United | 1 | (0) |
| 2021 | FC Manitoba | 0 | (0) |
| 2022–2023 | Valour FC | 42 | (6) |
| 2024– | Atlético Ottawa | 26 | (0) |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of October 24, 2024 | |||
Early life
editDe Brienne began playing youth soccer at age three with Ottawa South United.[1][2] In 2013, he was invited by the Dallas Texans SC (an affiliate club of Ottawa South United) to attend trials with the Real Madrid Academy in Spain.[3] He played with the Ontario provincial team at the U14 level.[3] In March 2016, he had a week-long trial with English club Crewe Alexandra.[4] In August 2016, he joined the Vancouver Whitecaps Academy.[3][5]
University career
editIn September 2021, he began attending Carleton University, where he played for the men's soccer team.[6][7] He scored six goals in ten appearances, helping the Ravens capture the silver medal at the national tournament.[8] He was named the OUA West Rookie of the Year.[9] De Brienne was also named to the 2021 U Sports All-Rookie Team, as well to the national tournament all-star team.[10][11] He was also a nominee for the U Sports Lou Bilek Award (Rookie of the Year).[12]
Club career
editOn July 31, 2020, de Brienne signed his first professional contract with Canadian Premier League side Atlético Ottawa.[13] However, he did not make any appearances for the club that season.[14][15]
He began the 2021 season with his former youth club Ottawa South United in the third tier Première ligue de soccer du Québec in July.[16][17] However, a couple of weeks later he signed with FC Manitoba, who participated in the 2021 Summer Series, after withdrawing from the USL League Two season due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[18] While with FC Manitoba, he was invited to train with CPL club Valour FC.[19]
In January 2022, he initially registered for the 2022 CPL-U Sports Draft, before withdrawing soon after on January 13.[20] Instead, on January 18, 2022, he signed a contract with CPL club Valour FC.[21][22] He scored his first professional goal on June 15 against Cavalry FC.[23] At the end of the 2023 season, he was nominated for the CPL Best Canadian U-21 Player of the Year award,[24] and eventually won it.[25][26] After the 2023 season, he chose to depart Valour, after declining an extension offer.[27][28] Over his two seasons with Valour, he scored six goals in 44 matches, across all competitions.[29]
On December 21, 2023, Atlético Ottawa announced the signing of de Brienne for the 2024 campaign, as the player signed a one-year deal with an option for another season.[30][31] On 13 April 2024, he made his debut in the season opener against York United FC.[32]
International career
editIn 2016 and 2017, he attended camps with the Canada U14 and U15 teams respectively.[33]
Personal life
editDe Brienne is the cousin of current NHL player Matthew Peca.[1]
Career statistics
edit- As of November 3, 2024[34]
| Club | Season | League | Playoffs | National cup | Continental | Total | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Division | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | ||
| Atlético Ottawa | 2020 | Canadian Premier League | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | 0 | 0 | |||
| Ottawa South United | 2021[35] | Première ligue de soccer du Québec | 1 | 0 | – | – | – | 1 | 0 | |||
| Valour FC | 2022 | Canadian Premier League | 22 | 3 | – | 1 | 0 | – | 23 | 3 | ||
| 2023 | 20 | 3 | – | 1 | 0 | – | 21 | 3 | ||||
| Total | 42 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 44 | 6 | ||
| Atlético Ottawa | 2024 | Canadian Premier League | 26 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | – | 31 | 0 | |
| Career total | 69 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 76 | 6 | ||
References
edit- ^ a b Matteo de Brienne at the Canadian Soccer Association
- ^ "Atlético Ottawa Signs Hometown Talent Matteo de Brienne for 2024 Season". Atlético Ottawa. December 21, 2023.
- ^ a b c "Matteo de Brienne Vancouver Whitecaps profile". Vancouver Whitecaps FC.
- ^ "England tour, trials, and Team Canada training for OSU 2001 boys". Ottawa Sportspage. April 2016. p. 7.
- ^ "The Homecoming of Matteo de Brienne: Ottawa's Rising Star". Atlético Ottawa. December 22, 2023.
- ^ Benhin, Eddie (January 19, 2022). "Local star Matteo de Brienne explains why he signed with Valour FC". 613 Sports.
- ^ "Matteo de Brienne Eikon Sports Profile". Eikon Sports.
- ^ Steiner, Ben (April 9, 2022). "Coore, de Brienne highlight U SPORTS players to watch in CPL's western 4". 49 Sport.
- ^ Mark, Bryce Mason (November 17, 2021). "Get to know OUA Rookie of the Year: Matteo de Brienne". BVM Sports.
- ^ Bahensky, Mark (December 13, 2021). "Ottawa's de Brienne finds footing at Carleton capping soccer journey across Canada with 'viral goal'". Capital Current.
- ^ "MSOC: de Brienne Joins Valour FC". Carleton Ravens. January 18, 2022.
- ^ "MSOC: Garcia and de Brienne Earn All-Canadian Honours". Carleton Ravens. November 17, 2021.
- ^ "OSU Force Academy Zone: OSU's de Brienne joins Atlético Ottawa". Ottawa Sportspages. August 23, 2020.
- ^ Tait, Ed (March 1, 2023). ""The moment I get comfortable is the moment I'm in trouble." - Matteo de Brienne". Valour FC.
- ^ Jacques, John (July 11, 2023). "Fernandez: De Brienne Welcome In Ottawa 'Whenever He Wants'". Northern Tribune.
- ^ Jacques, John (January 18, 2022). "Matteo De Brienne Set For CPL Return – But Not With Ottawa". Northern Tribune.
- ^ Jacques, John (April 25, 2022). "The Moment De Brienne's Parents See Him Come On The Pitch". Northern Tribune.
- ^ Jacques, John (July 21, 2021). "FC Manitoba Adds Two MLS Academy Youngsters". Northern Tribune.
- ^ Jacques, John (January 18, 2022). "Valour FC Lands Matteo De Brienne". Northern Tribune.
- ^ Dill, Jayden (January 18, 2022). "Carleton's Matteo de Brienne inks pro contract with CPL's Valour FC". The Charlatan.
- ^ "Valour FC sign Canadian left back Matteo de Brienne". Valour FC. January 18, 2022.
- ^ Dill, Jayden (February 14, 2022). "De Brienne to Valour: Inside the star rookie's transition to the CPL". The Charlatan.
- ^ "Valour FC's home troubles continue in loss to Cavalry FC". National Post. June 15, 2022.
- ^ "Cameron, De Brienne, Poku nominated for Best Canadian U-21 Player Award". Canadian Premier League. October 17, 2023.
- ^ "Valour FC's Matteo de Brienne wins 2023 CPL Best Canadian U-21 Player Award". Canadian Premier League. October 26, 2023. Retrieved October 27, 2023.
- ^ Jacques, John (October 27, 2023). "2023 CPL Awards Round Up: Cavalry Dominates The Show". Northern Tribune. Retrieved October 27, 2023.
- ^ "Valour FC announce 7 departures including Gutierrez, de Brienne". Canadian Premier League. December 20, 2023.
- ^ Jacques, John (December 20, 2023). "Big Shoes To Fill: Gutierrez And De Brienne Leave Valour FC". Northern Tribune.
- ^ O'Connor-Clarke, Charlie (December 21, 2023). "'Where I was meant to be': U-21 Player of the Year Matteo de Brienne returns home to Atlético Ottawa". Canadian Premier League.
- ^ "Atlético Ottawa Signs Hometown Talent Matteo de Brienne for 2024 Season". Atlético Ottawa. December 21, 2023. Retrieved December 21, 2023.
- ^ Jacques, John (December 21, 2023). "Atletico Ottawa Secures The Return Of Matteo De Brienne". Northern Tribune. Retrieved December 21, 2023.
- ^ O'Connor-Clarke, Charlie (April 13, 2024). "Recap: Atlético Ottawa 2-1 York United — CPL Match #1". Canadian Premier League.
- ^ "Atlético Ottawa inks Canadian winger Matteo de Brienne". Canadian Premier League. July 31, 2020.
- ^ Matteo de Brienne at Soccerway
- ^ "PLSQ Statistiques". TSI Sports.
External links
edit- Matteo de Brienne at Soccerway