Matt Horsley

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Matt Horsley (born June 9, 1972 in Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia) is retired Australian footballer (soccer) player.

He last played as a right full back for the Australian A-League club Perth Glory in 2005, which he joined in 2001. Horsley had previously captained the Wollongong Wolves, with whom he played from 1990-2001. Horsley led the Wolves to victory over Perth in the 2000 NSL Grand Final via a Penalty Shoot-out, despite missing his penalty shot. In Wollongong's 2001 Grand Final victory over South Melbourne he was awarded the Joe Marston Medal for best onfield.

Horsley also earned 1 cap for the Socceroos in 2000 against Bulgaria.

Also affectionately known as "little treasure" by his Squadmates.