About Mateo Chávez

Mateo Chávez García (born 12 May 2004) is a Mexican professional footballer who plays as a left-back for Eredivisie club AZ Alkmaar and the Mexico national team.

Chávez made his professional debut with Tapatío on 29 September 2022, coming on as a 60th minute substitute against Venados.

Chávez made his first team, and Liga MX debut on 13 January 2024, in a 1–1 draw against Santos Laguna. On 7 February 2024, Chávez made his CONCACAF Champions Cup debut in a 3–1 win against Forge.

In 2025, Chávez signed for Dutch club AZ Alkmaar on a 4-year agreement.

In March 2024, Mexico under-23 team coach Ricardo Cadena included Chávez in the roster for friendlies against Argentina.

In June 2025, Chávez was included in Javier Aguirre's roster for the Gold Cup.

Chávez is the son of former professional footballer Paulo Chávez.