Director of Soccer Scouting & Player Development
Matt Pearson brings extensive experience in player evaluation, scouting, and development across professional and academy environments.
Originally from Glasgow, Scotland, Matt has worked at multiple levels of the game in Europe and the United States. He held senior scouting and recruitment roles with Chicago Fire FC, including Director of Scouting, where he helped build player databases, evaluate talent for the MLS Draft, and contribute to one of the club’s strongest competitive seasons in recent years.
Matt later focused on academy recruitment and development, helping identify and integrate players from diverse backgrounds into elite pathways. His work has contributed to players progressing to professional contracts and national team environments, as well as to championship-level academy success.
At Mag Mile Sport, Matt applies his scouting background to career strategy, talent evaluation, and player positioning — ensuring athletes are assessed realistically and guided toward opportunities that align with their development and long-term potential.