Matty Pearson

Blackburn Rovers

Born and raised in Keighley, Pearson joined Blackburn Rovers at the age of 10, progressing through the academy to sign his first professional contract in the summer of 2011. On 5 January 2012, he joined Conference Premier club Lincoln City on a youth loan. Pearson made his debut for Lincoln on 18 January, in a 3–1 defeat at Carshalton Athletic in the FA Trophy. However, his loan was cut short two months early as he was recalled by his parent club.

Rochdale

On 31 July 2012, Pearson joined League Two club Rochdale on a one-year contract after his release by Blackburn. Pearson made his professional debut on 11 August 2012, in a 4–3 defeat to Barnsley in the League Cup and made his league debut for the club, making a start and played the whole game, in a 0–0 draw against Northampton Town in the opening game of the season. Pearson then set up one of the goals, in a 2–0 win over Barnet on 1 September 2012. However, Pearson soon lost his first team place, as the season progressed and made nine appearances for the club. Pearson was released by Rochdale at the end of his contract.

FC Halifax Town

On 1 March 2013, Pearson joined FC Halifax Town on loan, making his debut for the club in the following day's 5–0 Conference North home victory over Worcester City. Pearson became a first team regular at the club, having made 17 appearances for the club. Pearson signed for Halifax permanently on a two-year contract on 30 June 2013. His first…

After appearing once in the England U18, Pearson was called up by England C in September 2013. Pearson made his England C debut against Latvia U23 and played the whole game and almost scored, in a 1–0 defeat. After the match, Pearson reflected on his England C debut, stating it was a great experience and hope he can have that chance again.

As of end of 2024–25 season

FC Halifax Town

Conference North play-offs: 2013 Luton Town

EFL League One: 2018–19 Individual

Accrington Stanley Player of the Year: 2016–17 Huddersfield Town Player of the Year: 2022–23