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Shrewsbury Town BadgeShrewsbury Town
England League Two (4) LogoEngland League Two (4)
England FlagEngland
65
OVR
75
POT

Player Info

NameMatthew Cox
PositionGK
Alt. Positions
Age23
Preferred FootRight
Date of Birth3 May 2003
Height182cm (6' 0")
Weight74kg (163 lbs)
Body TypeAvg & Normal
Skill Moves
Weak Foot
International reputation
Player ID256488

Matthew Cox Career Mode rating and potential

Matthew Cox is a development GK for Shrewsbury Town in England League Two (4). At 65 overall with 75 potential, he has solid potential and profiles as a high-upside young player in Career Mode. His strongest area is pace, making him especially useful for teams that need quality in that part of the pitch.

Strengths
  • High growth potential
Weaknesses
  • Limited defensive contribution
Best For
  • Lower-budget development saves

Current Club

Loaned FromBrentford
Loan Ends1st July 2026
Value€1.4m
Wage€600
Kit Number1
Joined23rd July 2021
Contract Expiry2028

Career Mode Growth Curve

This player is slightly behind their expected development curve.

Normal
Curve Status
On Curve
Forward / Striker
Expected OVR
68.3
Estimated rating for age
Curve Gap
-3.3
Current OVR vs expected
Peak Window
28–32
Typical peak age range
Potential Progress
87%
+10 OVR remaining

Understanding the Career Mode growth curve

CareerScout compares a player's current rating against where they would normally be expected to be based on their age, position and potential. This helps show whether a player is developing ahead of schedule, roughly as expected, or still has room to catch up.

Expected OVR

Expected OVR is the rating CareerScout estimates the player would usually have at their current age, based on their position and potential. If their current rating is higher than this, they are ahead of their curve. If it is lower, they may still have more room to grow.

Curve Gap

Curve Gap is the difference between the player's current OVR and their expected OVR. A negative number means they are below the expected curve. A positive number means they are ahead of it.

Growth Outlook

Growth Outlook estimates whether a player's development may be boosted, normal or reduced compared to their expected curve. Players below their expected curve may grow faster, while players far ahead of it may slow down.

Peak Window

Peak Window shows the age range where players in that position usually reach their highest development level. For example, wingers tend to peak earlier than goalkeepers.

These values are estimates based on Career Mode development patterns. They are designed to help compare players and identify good long-term signings, but actual growth can still be affected by playtime, training, form and injuries.

Similar Players

Players similar to Matthew Cox in Career Mode, based on position, age, overall rating, potential and key attributes.

Key Attributes

Pace
67
Shooting
63
Passing
65
Dribbling
66
Defending
30
Physical
65

All Attributes

Pace
33
Acceleration
26
Sprint Speed
Shooting
7
Finishing
9
Positioning
49
Shot Power
6
Long Shots
10
Penalties
6
Volleys
Passing
42
Vision
8
Crossing
10
FK Accuracy
36
Long Passing
35
Short Passing
13
Curve
Dribbling
36
Agility
43
Balance
51
Reactions
40
Composure
21
Ball Control
8
Dribbling
Defending
7
Interceptions
9
Heading Acc..
9
Def Aware..
10
Stand Tackle
11
Sliding Tackle
Physical
41
Jumping
23
Stamina
38
Strength
20
Aggression
Goalkeeping
67
Diving
63
Handling
65
Kicking
66
Positioning
65
Reflexes

PlayStyles

Roles

GK
Ball-Playing Keeper

Positional Ratings

ST
84
LW
78
RW
78
CAM
78
CM
78
LM
78
RM
78
CDM
78
CB
78
LB
78
RB
78

FAQ

What is Matthew Cox's Career Mode potential?+

Matthew Cox has 75 potential in Career Mode, starting from an overall rating of 65.

How much can Matthew Cox grow?+

Matthew Cox can grow by +10 overall, from 65 to 75 potential.

What is Matthew Cox's best position?+

Matthew Cox's main position is GK. He can also play .

Is Matthew Cox good in Career Mode?+

Matthew Cox is a strong Career Mode option for teams needing a GK. At 65 overall with 75 potential, he is best suited to clubs that need quality now with some room to grow.

What are Matthew Cox's strongest attributes?+

Matthew Cox's strongest areas are Pace (67) and Dribbling (66), making him especially useful in roles that suit those strengths.

Matthew Cox Career Mode Potential, Rating & Growth