Emile Heskey: PL 100 Club, KSI Feud, World Cup Goal & Facing R9 l EP.16
This week on More Than A Match, we’re joined by Premier League legend Emile Heskey as he takes us through his incredible football journey — from his early days to life after the final whistle.We dive into his record-breaking transfer to Liverpool, where he formed iconic partnerships with the likes of Michael Owen and Steven Gerrard. Emile opens up about what it was like playing for both sides of Birmingham — Aston Villa and Birmingham City — and how he adapted to the shift from Champions League football to mid-table battles.He also reflects on his international career with England: making the 2010 World Cup squad, the heartbreak of missing out in 2006, and facing the legendary Brazil side featuring Ronaldo and Ronaldinho.And finally, we discuss that unexpected clash with YouTube star KSI, and whether it impacted his reputation in the football world.
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Jack Rafferty & Steve Maylett: Title Fights, Frank Warren, The Finest Gym Takeover | EP.15
This week on More Than a Match, we’re joined by ‘The Demolition Man’ Jack Rafferty and his trainer Steve Maylett from the renowned Finest Boxing Gym. We dive into Jack’s current journey through the boxing ranks, his mindset, and his ambitions for the future.Steve opens up about his path into coaching, his success training former WBO World Champion Terry Flanagan, and how he’s built a thriving gym packed with rising talent. Together, Jack and Steve talk about their relationship with legendary promoter Frank Warren, and how he’s helped elevate their careers with top-tier fight nights.We also explore the demands of being a professional boxer — from brutal training and strict dieting to the mental resilience needed every day. And of course, we get into what’s next… and who Jack wants to face in the ring.
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Robbie Savage: Managing Macclesfield , Winning The League, The Portugal Trip, Next Season? | PART 2
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, and why the team is already excited for the challenges ahead next season. We dive into the unbeatable team spirit, the friendships that have formed off the pitch, and of course — the end-of-season trip to Portugal and all the antics that came with it!
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Robbie Savage: Dion Dublin Headbutt, Roy Keane’s Call & the Dark Arts of the Premier League | EP.14
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 with Chris Sutton. Plus, we get into the infamous "dark arts" of football — including his fiery clash with Dion Dublin and a hilarious phone call with Roy Keane you won’t want to miss.
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Demetri Mitchell: The UNTOLD stories of Manchester United... | EP.13
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 some of his best football at Hearts.Demetri also opens up about battling injuries and setbacks, and how he's channelled those experiences into building a future beyond football - launching his own clothing brand, Benir Clothing
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.
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