Matthew Richardson is a former professional Australian footballer who is known for his skills on the field.
Known for his marking ability, speed and hard work, Richardson represented Richmond in the Australian Football League (AFL).
In addition to his successful football career, Richardson is also a media personality, making him an all-round sports personality.
File
- Full Name: Matthew Richardson
- Date of birth: March 19, 1975
- Age: 48 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Devonport, Tasmania
- Nationality: Australian
- Occupation: Former professional footballer, media personality
- Height: 197 cm (6 ft 6 in)
- Parents: Alan “Bull” Richardson (father)
- Siblings: 3
- Relationship status: Married
- Partner: Genevieve Holliday
- Children: Zoey Isabella Richardson
- Net worth: $5 million
Early life and education
Matthew Richardson, 48, was born in Devonport, Tasmania, on 19 March 1975.
Growing up in a footballing family, he was influenced by his father, Alan “Bull” Richardson, who played for Richmond and South Melbourne.
Richardson has two older sisters, Samantha and Tracey, and a younger brother named Andrew.
Richardson showed a passion for football from an early age and devoted himself to the sport. He attended St. Brendan-Shaw and Don’s College in Devonport where he continued to develop his skills.
His exceptional talent and dedication paved the way for his future success in Australian rules football.
Personal life
Matthew Richardson has been in a long-term relationship with Genevieve Holliday. The couple announced their engagement after eight years together.
In September 2017, they welcomed their first child, a daughter named Zoey Isabella Richardson. A family man, Richardson cherishes his role as a father and enjoys spending quality time with his loved ones.
Career
Matthew Richardson’s rugby career began when Richmond recruited him in the 1992 AFL draft as a father-son player.
He quickly established himself as the club’s main striker, leading their goalscoring charts for thirteen seasons. Richardson’s exceptional marking ability, pace and work rate made him dominant on the pitch.
Throughout his career, Richardson achieved many milestones and received many awards. He was selected to the All-Australian Team three times (1996, 1999, 2008) and represented Australia in international rules football in 1999.
Richardson also holds the record for most goals scored at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Richardson moved into a media career after retiring from professional football in 2009. He joined the Seven Network as a commentator and became a familiar face on AFL television shows.
Richardson’s expert knowledge and insightful commentary added value to the viewer experience, further cementing his reputation in the sports industry.
Net worth
Matthew Richardson has amassed a net worth of approximately $5 million throughout his successful career as a professional football player and media celebrity.
Social media
- Instagram Name: None
- Twitter Username: @mattricho0
