MATTHEW BENNANI

Matthew Bennani is a tactically intelligent and versatile central midfielder whose journey through the USA, UK, and Sweden has forged a complete, battle-tested footballer. Born in 2002 and now 22 years old, Bennani has built his game on consistency, composure under pressure, and an ability to dictate tempo from deep or box-to-box roles. Standing at 5’10” with a strong physical presence, he combines vision and passing range with relentless work rate and adaptability across systems, making him a coach’s dream in both possession-based and transition-heavy setups.

His career already spans multiple levels of European football, from Hollington FC in England’s non-league to Jönköping BK, IF Sylvia, and now Tidaholms GOIF in Sweden’s Division 2. Each step has sharpened his game intelligence and reinforced his professional mentality, while his time at elite U.S. academies like Crossfire Premier ECNL and Sporting International ingrained the athletic edge and resilience needed to thrive at the senior level. With proven references from coaches tied to Arsenal, West Ham, and IFK Norrköping, Bennani is more than just a midfielder who links play ... he is a leader-in-waiting, a player who raises the standard of those around him, and a talent ready to step up to the next stage of professional football.