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Matteo Waem is a commanding Belgian center-back anchoring ADO Den Haag's defense in the Eerste Divisie. Standing 1.89m tall, the left-footed defender joined ADO from MVV Maastricht in July 2023 for €100k on a 3-year deal. In the 2025-26 season, he's been outstanding: 14 matches, 1 goal, 3 assists, 6 clean sheets (119 minutes per goal conceded). His defensive stats showcase reliability: 1.29 tackles, 0.45 interceptions, 3.03 clearances per 90. As a ball-playing CB, he averages 70.68 passes per game at 89.5% accuracy with 0.68 key passes - elite distribution for the division. His career includes 87 apps and 1 goal at MVV (captain in 2022-23), plus 67 apps and 6 goals for ADO. A leader on and off the pitch, Waem combines physical dominance with technical quality.
Waem's tactical fit and playing style compatibility.
A dependable leader who captained MVV Maastricht in 2022-23. His consistent performances (154 total apps) and ability to contribute offensively (6 goals for ADO) show a complete modern center-back. Left-footed CBs are valuable commodities, and his 89.5% pass accuracy demonstrates elite ball-playing ability for the Eerste Divisie level.
| Club | Years | Apps | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MVV Maastricht | 2020-2023 | 87-92 | 1 | — |
| ADO Den Haag | 2023-Present | 67 | 6 | — |
| ADO (2025-26 Season) | 2025-26 | 14 | 1 | 3 |
| CAREER TOTAL | 2020-Present | 154+ | 7 | 3+ |
Comparing Waem vs Top Eerste Divisie Center-Backs