Mattie William Pollock (born 28 September 2001) is an English professional footballer who plays as a defender for EFL Championship club Watford.
[3] Pollock joined Grimsby Town on a scholarship in 2018 after being scouted playing as a defender for his father's team, Polton Allstars.
[5] Pollock made his professional debut on 29 December, coming on as a 52nd-minute substitute for Martyn Woolford in a 2–1 win at Exeter City following a red card for centre-back Alex Whitmore.
[6] He turned professional in February 2019 and upon signing a 2+1⁄2-year deal said that "my ultimate ambition is to be the best central defender in the world and play at the highest level I can".
[12] He also scored in the replay win on 16 November, earning Cheltenham a spot in the second round and praise from manager Michael Duff.