João Matos

João Matos first appeared on the radar in 2017 when he won Event #5: €300 No-Limit Hold'em Second Chance at the Casino Estoril WSOP Circuit, taking home €17,538 ($17,538). This victory earned him a WSOP Circuit ring and remains one of his largest live scores.

Matos has achieved consistent results online, particularly during the World Championship of Online Poker (WCOOP) and Spring Championship of Online Poker (SCOOP). In September 2019, he won a Bounty Builder $55 on PokerStars for $7,498 and finished second in a $215 Battle Royale for $13,560, totaling over $21,000 in a single session. During the 2021 SCOOP series, he placed 16th in the $109 NLHE PKO for $7,082 and 8th in the $55 NLHE Deep Stacks for $5,713, both on PokerStars.

In June 2026, Matos cashed in a $1,100 Turbo event at the Wynn Summer Classic, finishing 5th for $15,931. He also advanced to Day 2 of Event #49: $2,500 Freezeout No-Limit Hold'em at the 2026 World Series of Poker, bagging 156,500 chips. In the 2026 WSOP, he was also among the chip leaders in Event #49.

• WSOP Circuit Ring: 1 (2017 Casino Estoril)
• Total Live Earnings (WSOP): $17,538
• Notable Live Cashes: 5th in Wynn Summer Classic $1,100 Turbo ($15,931, 2026)
• Online Highlights: ICOOP and SCOOP final tables, including an 8th place in a $55 NLHE SCOOP event with 9,403 entries

While detailed analysis is limited, Matos is regarded as a solid, fundamental player who capitalizes on deep runs in large-field tournaments. His ability to perform well in both live and online settings suggests adaptability and strong decision-making under pressure.