Matthew Paiva

Position:
Defender
Height:
6-2
Class:
Junior
Hometown:
Toronto, Ontario
High School:
Christ the King
Prev School:
McMaster

PRIOR TO AKRON: Came to Akron after having played in 2024 at McMaster University in Canada...he appeared in 13 games, including 12 starts and garnered OUA All-Star First-Team and U SPORTS All-Rookie team accolades on the strength of scoring two goals...was drafted third overall in the Canadian Premier League draft in 2024 by the Halifax Wanderers FC...dditionally, he gained valuable experience with Scrosoppi FC.

PERSONAL: Majoring in marketing...son of Tony and Sabrina Paiva.