Matt Doherty
Matt Doherty is an Irish professional footballer who plays as a defender. Known for his versatility and work rate, he has had a successful career in the Premier League with clubs like Wolverhampton Wanderers and Tottenham Hotspur. Recently, he was in the news for being booked during a match against Liverpool, where Wolves faced criticism over officiating decisions.
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Recent news mentions
Matt Doherty endured a difficult first appearance of 2026 in the Premier League.
Fresh concern on the injury front for Evan Ferguson – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-02-08
Matt Doherty committed a foul leading to Chelsea's first penalty.
Chelsea thắng nhờ hat-trick của Cole Palmer
Vietnam· 2026-02-07
Matt Doherty inadvertently ignited a war of words with O’Neill during the latter’s brief return to TalkSport.
How to replace Josh Cullen and other questions for Hallgrímsson ahead of World Cup playoffs – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-12
Matt Doherty recovered from wrist surgery to captain Wolverhampton Wanderers against Chelsea in the Carabao Cup.
Evan Ferguson likely to miss Ireland’s World Cup qualifiers against Portugal and Hungary – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-31
Matt Doherty was booked when his hefty challenge stopped one of Destiny Udogie’s trademark overlaps.
Palhinha strikes in stoppage time to spare Tottenham blushes and deny Wolves | Premier League
United Kingdom· 2025-09-28
Matt Doherty was a surprise absentee as Wolves lost to Leeds.
Nathan Collins struggles for Brentford against Fulham – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-21
Matt Doherty is mentioned in the context of tactical decisions made by the Ireland management.
Besides Caoimhín Kelleher and Evan Ferguson, Ireland players lack the backbone to avoid humiliation – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-12
Matt Doherty's international career may be over as concerns were revived around his performance against Hungary.
‘It is a heavy shirt for the Irish players to carry’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-11
Matt Doherty was dropped by Hallgrimsson for the match against Armenia.
Ireland’s defeat to Armenia was an utter farce – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-10
The team’s most-experienced player, Matt Doherty, was central to the early chaos.
Mixed emotions after Ireland shoot themselves in the face. Twice – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-07
Matt Doherty's defensive performance was criticized during the match.
Ireland show great character but Hallgrímsson’s principles weren’t on show in the opening 15 minutes – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-06Matt Doherty made a clearance that helped Ireland avoid a third goal.
Adam Idah rescues late draw for Ireland in opening World Cup qualifier against Hungary – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-06
Matt Doherty and Dara O’Shea could switch to the left if Ryan Manning continued to start in midfield.
Troy Parrott set for lengthy spell on sidelines with knee injury – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-02
Matt Doherty was an unused substitute for Wolves.
Evan Ferguson’s form a big plus as Ireland suffer blow of Troy Parrott absence – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-01
Matt Doherty is the right back for Ireland.
A Roman renaissance for Evan Ferguson could help Ireland reach the World Cup – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-23
Matt Doherty is expected to start in the back four against Luxembourg.
Heimir Hallgrímsson unlikely to spring a surprise against Luxembourg – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-10
Matt Doherty was running in to attack Robbie Brady’s corner.
Heimir Hallgrímsson’s plan very nearly pays off in Ireland’s solid performance against Senegal – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-07
Matt Doherty has the Ireland right-back role under wraps for the time being.
‘We all feel we are good enough to be at the World Cup’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-02
Matt Doherty benefited from Vítor Pereira replacing Gary O‘Neil as Wolves manager last December.
As Caoimhín Kelleher is primed for a £40m transfer, which other Irish players could move? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-28
Matt Doherty also featured for 87 minutes in that game, ending a strong season on a positive note.
Festy Ebosele impresses on Istanbul Başakşehir debut – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-25
Kasey McAteer featured for 45 minutes in Leicester’s season-defining 3-0 defeat to Matt Doherty’s Wolves.
Caoimhín Kelleher, Adam Idah and Liam Scales celebrate titles on memorable weekend for Irish players – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-28
Matt Doherty is another Irishman who kept working hard and was rewarded when Vítor Pereira replaced Gary O’Neil as Wolves manager.
Evan Ferguson’s case shows how ruthless the Premier League is – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-19
Matt Doherty played 45 minutes in a victory for Wolves.
Josh Cullen pulls the strings for promotion-chasing Burnley – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-13
Matt Doherty played 65 minutes for Wolves.
Ipswich’s Dara O’Shea stars against Wolves despite defeat – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-06
From Troy Parrott starting Thursday’s 2-1 victory in Bulgaria ahead of Evan Ferguson to Ryan Manning on the left of midfield and Matt Doherty’s return at right back, every decision made by Hallgrímsson paid off.
Nations League playoff second leg – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-23Matt Doherty made a run that led to the second goal for Ireland.
Ireland must ditch passive resistance approach when they take the lead in matches – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-22
Doherty’s quick thinking leading to Finn Azaz’s goal and bravery to head Ireland’s second, despite an unavoidable collision with Bulgaria goalkeeper Dimitar Mitov, brought him from pariah to the hero of Plovdiv.
Golden opportunity to finally shake off the stigma of underachievement – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-22
Matt Doherty scored a goal after a well-timed run from deep.
League B of this silly competition won’t be seeing the last of Ireland just yet – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-21Matt Doherty had a really good game - he scored with a fantastic run from deep to get in behind them.
Hallgrímsson satisfied with Ireland win but sees room to improve – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-21
Matt Doherty completed the comeback by nodding home the winner.
Nations League: Merino saves Spain in Netherlands, Germany roar back at Italy | Nations LeagueUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-21
