More Than A Match
More Than a Match is a compelling new podcast that takes you behind the scenes of an athlete's journey to the top. Go beyond the highlights as we uncover the untold realities of what it takes to succeed—and stay—at the highest level. Through raw and unfiltered stories from family members, friends, and supporters, discover the sacrifices, struggles, and triumphs that shape a career in sport.
Episodes
In this week's episode of More Than a Match, we sit down with Robbie Savage 'The Gaffer' to talk all things Macclesfield FC. Robbie opens up about the incredible journey to becoming champions with The Silkmen, the pressure of delivering results, and the expectations placed on him and the squad throughout the season.
Dmani also shares his perspective on playing under Robbie’s management, what made this season special,...
This week on More Than a Match, we sit down with former Premier League star Robbie Savage to dive into his incredible football journey. From being released by Manchester United’s legendary Class of ’92 to captaining a Premier League side, Robbie shares how he overcame rejection and built a career on grit and personality.
He also talks about life after football, including his punditry work with TNT Sports and the BBC 606 show wit...
This week on More Than a Match, we sit down with former Manchester United academy star Demetri Mitchell to dive into his incredible football journey - from Old Trafford to the Scottish Premiership and beyond.
He shares untold behind-the-scenes stories from training and life inside Manchester United, what it was like making his first-team debut, and his proudest moments - including winning the play-offs with Blackpool and playing...
This week on More Than a Match, we’re celebrating the journey so far with a special highlight reel of our favorite moments from the podcast.
From our very first episode to the latest, we revisit some of the most heartfelt, powerful, and inspiring stories shared by us and our incredible guests.
Whether you’ve been with us from the start or just joined recently, thank you for being part of this growing community. Your support means the...
his week on More Than a Match, we flip the script and answer YOUR questions in a full-on Q&A special!
From the viral 100 men vs 1 gorilla debate to the lads breaking down the chaos of Benn vs Eubank, nothing is off-limits.
They also go head-to-head in a 5-a-side battle, picking teams of players they’ve either coached or played with — and some huge names get mentioned
But that’s not all…
The boys tease the idea of a possible theme ...
This week on More Than a Match, we sit down with former wonderkid Dan Adshead to hear the incredible story behind his football journey so far. From training with Rochdale’s first team at just 14, to making his senior debut at 16 while still balancing school — Dan opens up about what it was like growing up in the spotlight.
He also reflects on his move to a Premier League club, how he handled the pressure of early success and the cha...
This week on More than a Match, we sit down with Macclesfield FC striker Tom Clare to explore his remarkable journey - from non-league football to the bright lights of Love Island, not once, but twice.
Tom opens up about the early days of his football career, his rise through the non-league system, and the constant challenge of balancing life on the pitch with the demands of everyday work. He also shares the behind-the-scenes story ...
This week on More than a Match, we sit down with Oldham Athletic defender Charlie Raglan to hear the incredible story behind his football journey — one that’s anything but typical.
From a childhood spent playing football in Tenerife, to battling through the tough reality of non-league life in England, Charlie opens up about the financial struggles, the near-misses, and the relentless self-belief that kept his dream alive. He reflect...
In this week's episode of More than a Match, we speak with 'The Wonderkid' Callum Gribbin about his difficult experiences on and off the pitch since leaving Manchester United. We talk to him about his football career since leaving the club, and what football has taught him along the way as he matures to become the person he is now and support his family. He also tells us about the untold stories of Manchester United dur...
In this week's episode of More than a Match, we speak with Manchester United and Lioness defender Gabby George about her football career thus far. We speak with Gabby about her two ACL injuries, which could have ended her football career, and how she recovered mentally and physically from both of them. We also spoke to her about her life's influences, such as her cousin, Jesse Lingard, who is a significant role model for he...
In the fifth episode of More than a Match, we interview with Leeds midfielder Joe Rothwell about his current success and the path that eventually brought him to his Premier League debut. Also, we talk to him about his proudest moments in his football career, as well as some of the challenges he experienced along the road and the sacrifices he had to make to get to where he is now...
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In our fourth episode of More Than a Match, we talk to 'The Flash' Zelfa Barrett about his boxing career thus far and what drove him to have the fighting mentality he does. We discuss his recent fight against Jazza Dickens and what life is like with new trainer Joe Gallagher after leaving his uncle Pat Barrett. Finally, we discuss life outside of the ring after dealing with the tragedy of his mother and brother's deaths, and how it...
In Episode 3 of More Than A Match, we answer your questions to give you a deeper understanding of our journey. We talk about the challenges of being released from clubs while fighting to sustain our careers as professional footballers, how we navigate personal hardships, and the invaluable support that helped us through tough times. We also reflect on life after release and the successes we’re now achieving.
In our second episode of More Than A Match, we interview Everton midfielder James Garner. We spoke with him about his journey from starting at Carrington with Dmani to becoming a regular starter in the Premier League, as well as the sacrifices that footballers endure from a young age that many people are unaware of. We also interview him about life under new boss David Moyes and his football successes to date.
In our debut episode of More Than a Match, we sit down with former Manchester United defender Brandon Williams to explore his incredible journey in football. From his early days in the Manchester United academy to breaking into the first team, Brandon shares the highs and lows of his career with honesty and insight. Hear about the intense pressure of playing at the highest level, the challenges of adapting to life in the spotlight,...
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