Player of the Month and a Short Spell on the Sidelines
Juan Mata named Player of the Month for March in a week that also saw him undergo surgery.
Comeback win extends unbeaten run
Juan Mata celebrates his goal against Central Coast Mariners. He has 5 golas and 23 assists this season.
Mata, player of the Month for December and another assist
Juan Mata continues to receive recognition for his outstanding season. The Asturian has been named A-League Player of the Month for February, an award he celebrated with a victory and another assist.
A set piece goal that has traveled around the world
Juan Mata extended his excellent run of form with a superb direct free-kick goal against Sydney FC. His former United teammates Bruno Fernandes and Harry Maguire helped the moment go viral after sharing the play on social media.
Juan Mata masterclass in unforgettable derby
Juan delivered one of the finest performances of his career in the Melbourne derby, helping his team secure a hugely important 3–1 victory. The Asturian scored twice and added an assist in a memorable match that resonated around the world, showing he is enjoying a fantastic run of form.
Juan Mata named A-League Player of the Month for January
Juan Mata has been named A-League Player of the Month for January. The spaniard continued his great start to the season with Melbourne Victory playing in all five of Victory’s games during the eligibility period and giving five assists. He leads the league for assists (8) this season.
Three assists from Juan in a match to remember
A memorable victory for Melbourne Victory. Juan Mata’s side defeated Sydney FC 4–0 in a standout performance from the Asturian midfielder, who provided three assists.
Mata, named A-League Player of the Month for December
Juan Mata has been named A-League Player of the Month for December after winning the public vote. The award was presented by the PFA (Professional Footballers of Australia).
Mata leads the Australian league in assists and chances created
Juan Mata is enjoying an outstanding spell in his career. The Spanish midfielder is playing a key role in Melbourne Victory’s rise up the table
Juan Mata inspires Melbourne Victory to a fourth consecutive win
Juan Mata led Melbourne Victory to Arthur Diles’ side’s fourth consecutive win. They move up to fifth place in the table
A perfect gane to close out 2025
Juan Mata’s Melbourne Victory brought 2025 to an outstanding close with a commanding 5–1 win over Wellington, climbing to sixth place in the Australian A-League
Massive win in a debry full of emotions
Juan Mata’s Melbourne Victory claimed a crucial win in the city derby (0–1), decided by a Matt Grimaldi goal deep into stoppage time. The Spaniard completed the full 90 minutes, playing a key role in linking the team’s attacking play.
