In 2006, he only played one WAFL reserves game for East Fremantle, before sustaining a groin injury which kept him out for the rest of the season.

Spangher flagged his intentions to move home to Victoria at the end of 2009 but the club convinced him to sign a one-year deal for 2010.

He made his debut for Hawthorn in the round 8, 2013 clash against Greater Western Sydney in Launceston, Tasmania.

[4] He returned against his old club West Coast in round 12, being one of Hawthon's best players, with 22 disposals including 7 contested marks.

In mid 2013, a Facebook fan page titled "Sir Matthew Spangher" was created, that as of September 2015 has over 14,000 followers.

[7] Spangher's popularity amongst players and fans was shown with overwhelming applause and chants whenever he went near the ball during the VFL Grand Final for Box Hill.