Matthew's incredible form had not gone unnoticed. He had been nominated for the prestigious Golden Boy award, given to the best player under the age of 21 in Europe's top leagues.
He was in esteemed company, alongside other talented young players like Claudio Echeverri, Joao Neves, Curbasi, and others. The list of nominees had been whittled down to 20, and Matthew was one of the heavy favorites to win.
His performances for United had been making headlines, and his nomination was no surprise to anyone. He had consistently shown his skill, speed, and goal-scoring ability, making him a standout player in the league.
The Golden Boy award was a coveted honor, with past winners including Wayne Rooney, Lionel Messi, Sergio Aguero, Paul Pogba, Kylian Mbappe, and Matthijs de Ligt. To be mentioned among such greats was an achievement in itself, and Matthew was determined to bring the award home.
