Quick Info
| Profession | Professional footballer |
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| Nationality | Scottish |
| Date of Birth | 10/09/1989 |
| Age | 36 years |
| Birthplace | Gosport, England |
Latest News about Matt Ritchie
14/05/2025
Matt Ritchie announced his retirement from professional football in May 2025, stating that his 'dream is coming to an end' and emphasizing the need to reinvent himself. He immediately enrolled in the UEFA A license coaching course to pursue qualifications in coaching.
10/03/2025
In a March 2025 interview, Matt Ritchie discussed the significant influence of Eddie Howe on his career, reflecting on Howe's role in shaping his development during his time at Newcastle United and the broader trajectory of his footballing journey.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Matthew Thomas Ritchie |
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| Known As | Matt Ritchie |
| Sport | Association football |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 1.73 m |
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| Foot | Left |
| Playing Position | Midfielder / Winger |
Educational Qualification(s)
| UEFA A license coaching course (enrolled May 2025) |
Personal Life
| Retired from international football | Yes |
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| National Team | Scotland |
| Spouse | Emma Olive-Calver |
| Children | 2 |
Relationships & More
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Career
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| International Career | Represented Scotland from 2015 to 2018 |
| Current Role | Technical Director at Bournemouth |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was born in Gosport, England. | |
| 2. He played mainly as a right midfielder or winger. | |
| 3. He retired from international duty in November 2018. | |
| 4. He retired from professional football in 2025 and transitioned to a technical director role at Bournemouth. |