Matías Perrone

Matías Perrone (born ) is an Argentine professional FootGolf player, best known for winning the individual and team titles at the 2018 Federation for International FootGolf (FIFG) FootGolf World Cup in Marrakech, Morocco. A four-time Argentine FootGolf champion (2015–2018). His achievements include multiple national titles and a runner-up finish at the 2019 Argentinian Open.

Early life

Matías Perrone was born around 1987 in San Isidro, Buenos Aires, Argentina. Growing up, he played association football as an amateur, developing a strong kicking technique that later translated to FootGolf. Perrone discovered FootGolf in 2013 through friends, entering his first tournament shortly after and quickly becoming hooked on the sport’s blend of football and golf. Before turning professional, he worked in real estate, balancing his job with early FootGolf competitions.

FootGolf career

Perrone began competing in FootGolf in 2013, joining tournaments governed by the Federation for International FootGolf (FIFG), the sport’s global authority. He won his first Argentine FootGolf championship in 2015, followed by three consecutive titles from 2016 to 2018, establishing himself as a national leader. His dominance in Argentina led to international opportunities, including selection for the national team at the 2016 FIFG FootGolf World Cup in Buenos Aires, where Argentina finished third.

2018 FootGolf World Cup

Perrone’s career highlight came at the 2018 FIFG FootGolf World Cup in Marrakech, Morocco, where he won the individual title, defeating a field of international competitors, including England’s Ben Clarke, who finished second. Argentina, with Perrone as a key member, also won the team World Cup title, solidifying the country’s dominance in the sport. Perrone described the victory as a dream, comparing his achievement to Argentine sports legends like Diego Maradona. The win earned him widespread recognition, with media outlets noting his role in elevating FootGolf’s profile in Argentina.

Post-2018 career

In 2019, Perrone competed in the Argentinian Open, a major FIFG World Tour event, finishing second to Ben Clarke, who won by five shots with a score of 20 under par. He continued to compete on the FIFG World Tour, though specific results from 2020–2023 are less documented due to the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on tournaments. In 2023, Perrone secured sponsorship from Bitcoin Cash Argentina, reflecting his growing commercial appeal. He also participated in the 2023 FIFG FootGolf World Cup in Orlando, Florida.

Perrone has been active in promoting FootGolf in Argentina, hosting clinics and community events, including a solidarity activity in La Cava, San Isidro, to introduce the sport to underprivileged youth. His efforts to counter skepticism about FootGolf’s legitimacy, as noted in interviews, have helped attract sponsors like Naranja and Bitcoin Cash. Perrone’s versatility, including his ability to compete in both individual and team formats, has been praised by coaches and peers.

Personal life

Perrone resides in San Isidro, Buenos Aires, where he is supported by his family, who have attended his tournaments and community events. He has expressed gratitude for FootGolf arriving at the “perfect moment” in his life, providing a new purpose after his amateur football days. Perrone is passionate about growing FootGolf’s accessibility, particularly for young athletes in Argentina, and has used his platform to advocate for the sport’s recognition.

Achievements

References

Argentine sportspeople
Year of birth missing (living people)
Footgolf players
1980s births
Living people

External links

Federation for International FootGolf
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