British · Guernsey, Channel Islands · Born 14 October 1968British footballer renowned as one of the most gifted attacking midfielders in Premier League history, famous for spectacular goals and penalty expertise
Matthew Le Tissier spent his entire 16-year career at Southampton, becoming the club's greatest-ever player and a Premier League Hall of Fame nominee for his extraordinary technical ability and eye for a spectacular goal. Renowned for his close control, vision and remarkable penalty record, he remained loyal to Southampton despite interest from bigger clubs throughout his career, and later became a popular television pundit.
Scoring 100 Premier League goals for Southampton
He scored 47 Premier League penalties and missed just one — a record conversion rate.
Did You Know?How They Played
Creative attacking midfielder with exceptional shooting ability and vision
Lasting Impact
Southampton legend who spent entire career at one club, famous for incredible goals and penalty record
Career Honours
- Premier League Hall of Fame nominee
- Southampton all-time great
| Club | Period | Apps | Goals | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southampton | 1986–2002 | 540 | 85 | #7 |
 Great Britain | — | 8 | — | — |
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