Matt Dibley-Dias

Matthew Max Dibley-Dias (born 29 October 2003) is a New Zealand footballer who plays as a midfielder for Fulham.[1]

Early life

Dibley-Dias was born in New Zealand to a Brazilian father and a New Zealand mother and moved to England with his family at a young age.[2]

Club career

Dibley-Dias has been described as "in strong form for Fulham’s U-21 side and is being touted as a first-team player in waiting".[3] He joined the youth academy of English Premier League side Fulham at the age of fourteen.[4]

International career

Dibley-Dias is eligible to represent Portugal and Brazil internationally through his father. [5]

Style of play

Dibley-Dias mainly operates as a midfielder and is known for his long-shooting ability.[6]

Personal life

Dibley-Dias is the grandson of Brazilian footballer Manoelzinho.[7]

References
  1. "Matt Dibley-Dias - UOL article".
  2. "Squad Yarns & Preview". theniche-cache.com.
  3. "Dibley-Dias on verge of breaking into English Premier League". friendsoffootballnz.com.
  4. "Matt Dibley-Dias delighted penning new deal". tribalfootball.com.
  5. "All Whites secure promising Fulham midfielder Matt Dibley-Dias". stuff.co.nz.
  6. "Silva's faith in Fulham's future". theathletic.com (Archived).
  7. "MATT DIBLEY-DIAS: THE STORY SO FAR".
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