Int Rookie 41. Matt Duffy - Bletch

[Aphrodite]

THE Carlton Football Club is excited to announce it has secured Irish duo Rob Monahan and Matt Duffy as international rookies.

The Club scouted the pair on a recent recruiting trip to Ireland, which saw the Blues assess some of the country’s best young talent, with Monahan and Duffy proving the standouts.

Longford footballer Duffy is a 19-year-old running machine, winning the 2km at the Irish trials.

Standing at 194cm, he showcases elite athleticism for his size with excellent endurance.

Duffy has been regarded as one of Ireland’s future stars, having made his senior Gaelic football debut in 2023 which playing a key role in Dromard’s championship comeback against Granard.

Carlton Head of List Management Nick Austin said both Monahan and Duffy could not have been more impressive during the recruitment process in Ireland.

“We are so excited to have Robert and Matt join the Blues next season. Both players are fantastic athletes and exceptional characters," Austin said.

“Both will add depth to our midfield group, with Robert having the ability to play forward.

“While both have the skills to thrive in the AFL, we will invest heavily in their development whilst also supporting them in their transition to Australia.

“Their talent is really clear and we’re confident with our development pathway being really well established at the Club under Luke Power

Luke Power

Age

44

Ht

180cm

Wt

79kg

Pos.

M/F

Career

Season

Last 5

D

23.0

5star

K

13.4

5star

HB

9.6

5star

M

3.9

4star

T

3.9

5star

CL

1.9

4star

No current season stats available

D

16.6

4star

K

10.2

4star

HB

6.4

4star

M

1.4

2star

T

2.0

4star

, we will provide Robert and Matt with all the support they need to thrive at IKON Park.”

 

[Jeremias]

Highlights | Matt Duffy

Watch the elite skill and athleticism of 194cm Matt Duffy who will join the Blues from Irish club Longford.

www.carltonfc.com.au

 

[Jeremias]

Courtesy of Pommylovescarlton...

 

[Kreuuuzeurns]

Didn’t realise he was an elite runner too. Oxygen bros go international.

 

[T2B_]

So he can run through the midfield?

 

[Gethelred]

Welcome, Matt.

 

[ferrisb]

Welcome, Matt.

I know this is your joke, but...

 

[ferrisb]

Didn’t realise he was an elite runner too. Oxygen bros go international.

O'Brothers?

 

[ferrisb]

I know highlights are highlights, but...

He seems to be running at half pace with the ball and his opponents can't catch him running flat out.

He has a wicked sidestep (which you see more in GAA vs AFL)

Looks powerful, strong in the air and able to shrug off contact.

Round ball so much easier to kick, but his highlight goals still look sexy.

 

[ferrisb]

While both have the skills to thrive in the AFL, we will invest heavily in their development whilst also supporting them in their transition to Australia.

“Their talent is really clear and we’re confident with our development pathway being really well established at the Club under Luke Power

Luke Power

Age

44

Ht

180cm

Wt

79kg

Pos.

M/F

Career

Season

Last 5

D

23.0

5star

K

13.4

5star

HB

9.6

5star

M

3.9

4star

T

3.9

5star

CL

1.9

4star

No current season stats available

D

16.6

4star

K

10.2

4star

HB

6.4

4star

M

1.4

2star

T

2.0

4star

, we will provide Robert and Matt with all the support they need to thrive at IKON Park

Clear acknowledgement that pure athletic skills isn't the whole picture with Irish recruits.

We ain't going in blind.

I love it.

 

[Revenant1965]

I am excited about these additions. Adds to our club both on and off field. Welcome to Australia and the best AFL Club.

 

[Doro]

Moves very nicely, a lot to work with there. Hope he settles in for the challenge

 

[luke livingston seagull]

 

[Matty411]

194cm and runs all day. Elite turn of foot and great kick. Kid could evolve into another CHF for the next era.

Dare I say it, has some Charlie-esq traits about him.

Welcome to the best club in the land, Duff-man!

 

[Arr0w]

Duffy - Tall, skilful, quick wingman, hold me back. Has Nash type traits, no surprise really

Monahan looks like mid size forward at AFL

Think both the boys will start as defenders, best way to learn our game

Go well

 

[Lukeblueboy]

Omg Duffy highlights package looks amazing. The kid could be anything!

 

[Juice030103]

I mean don’t wanna put too much pressure on the lad but he’s the prototype for an unstoppable tagger

 

[Aphrodite]

Welcome Matt

Highlights | Matt Duffy

Watch the elite skill and athleticism of 194cm Matt Duffy who will join the Blues from Irish club Longford.

www.carltonfc.com.au

 

[Magruder]

O'Brothers?

O'Bros...

 

[gandaal]

That some decent highlights package

 

[BigFrizz36]

Looms to gave a fair bit of power about him for his height. Explosive athlete - be good if it can translate.

 

[FitzroyBlueBagger]

Welcome young Duffy
Exciting Irish prospect

 

[CCurnow3votes]

Lordy - these two look likely.

Clear athletic ability and footy-like attributes. Duffy in particular a great mover.

Mixed with a little Irish toughness - can’t wait .

 

[thylacine60]

this could end up anywhere.......how terrifyingly exciting for everyone involved - go hard young man!!

 

[thylacine60]

I know highlights are highlights, but...

He seems to be running at half pace with the ball and his opponents can't catch him running flat out.

He has a wicked sidestep (which you see more in GAA vs AFL)

Looks powerful, strong in the air and able to shrug off contact.

Round ball so much easier to kick, but his highlight goals still look sexy.

we'll know he's ready when the first time he takes a jinking bouncing run the ball flies over his shoulder........