M. Burns

Midfielder

Northern Ireland U17National team

The shape of him

M. Burns is a midfielder and a Northern Ireland U17 international. In 25/26 that meant 6 club appearances and 452 minutes. Midfielders set the tempo, and when they win the ball back they look for the pass that breaks a line.

The job

Link defence to attack and keep the ball moving. When possession is lost, screen the back line.

Season snapshot 25/26

All competitions, 25/26. Bars are full at the top 5% of midfielders we track.
Appearances		6
Minutes played		452
Goals		0
Assists		0
Key passes per 90		0.0
Pass accuracy		—
Tackles per 90		0.0
Duels won		—

Quick facts

Full name: Matthew Burns
Place of birth: Northern Ireland
Nationality: Northern Ireland U17
Position: Midfielder

More on M. Burns

Season by season

Club football, all competitions

Season	Club	League	Apps	Mins	Goals	Assists
25/26	Northern Ireland U17	All competitions	6	452	0	0
24/25	Coleraine FC	All competitions	1	2	0	0

Added 31 Jul 2026Updated 5 Nov 2026