Bryan Ly: Ballers League Star Talks KSI, Arsenal Legends & Yanited FC Signing | EP.33
This week on More Than A Match we sit down with Ballers League star Bryan Ly to talk all things football, content and what’s next in his exciting journey.Bryan opens up about his new move to Yanited FC alongside Angry Ginge and why he chose to join the club ahead of the new season. He also reflects on his incredible year in the Ballers League, learning under Arsenal legends and how their influence helped elevate his game.We also dive into the challenges he faced at Bury FC, where he was stopped from playing while still competing in the Ballers League, and how that experience shaped his mindset both on and off the pitch.Finally, Bryan gives us insight into his growing content creation career, his big plans for the future, and what fans can expect from him next season.
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Jay Motty: From Personal Battles to Building Stretford Paddock & Interviewing United Legends| EP.32
This week on More Than a Match, we sit down with Jay Motty, the man behind Stretford Paddock, to talk about his incredible rise in journalism and how he helped turn one of Manchester United’s biggest fan platforms into a media powerhouse.Jay opens up about his struggles with drugs and alcohol before YouTube, and how he turned his life around by going to university at 28 to chase his dream of becoming a radio journalist. He shares the highs and lows of his early reporting days — including the grind of covering press conferences for both Manchester United and Manchester City, and which manager he actually preferred interviewing.We also dive into the rise of Stretford Paddock, how Jay took the leap to take over from Full Time Devils, and what it’s really like running a fan channel at the heart of Manchester United culture. Finally, Jay reveals behind-the-scenes stories from United tours around the world, from interviewing legends to meeting fans across the globe.This is one of the most inspiring stories yet — a true example of how passion, resilience and hard work can completely change your life.
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Amorim vs Slot Debate, England Call-Ups, UEFA’s Wild Plan, Ryder Cup Madness, Arteta’s Last Dance? | EP 32
This week on More Than A Match, the lads are back in the studio with a debate-filled episode packed with football chaos and big talking points!We kick things off with the breaking news that La Liga and Serie A games will now be played abroad after UEFA’s latest announcement. The boys discuss what this could mean for the future of football and whether this could soon become the new norm across the game.Next, we dive into the Premier League drama so far this season — starting with Liverpool’s recent dip in form. The lads debate what’s really gone wrong and if fans should start to worry. We then turn our attention to Arsenal’s title charge, questioning whether this could be Arteta’s last chance to bring the Premier League trophy back to North London.We also discuss the return of direct football, with more teams using long throws and aggressive styles of play — and how this has brought back entertainment to the modern game.Moving away from football, the boys speak about the tragic passing of Ricky Hatton and the lasting legacy he’s left on the city of Manchester. They also react to the Ryder Cup madness, from Team Europe mocking Donald Trump to the passion and controversy that unfolded throughout the tournament.Back to football, we dive into the England call-ups — with big names like Bellingham, Wharton, and Foden surprisingly missing out — and Nico O’Reilly gets a special message from RH congratulating him on his recent England call-up!Finally, we wrap up with Quickfire Questions, where the big debate centres around Amorim vs Slot — who will be the first to go? 👀Another episode full of energy, opinions, and laughs you won’t want to miss!
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Oumar Niasse: Told He’d Never Make It… Then Made It to the Premier League! | EP.30
This week on More Than a Match we are joined by former Everton and Senegal striker Oumar Niasse to hear his incredible football journey.He opens up about his early life in Senegal, being told he would never make it as a professional and even being sent back home before his career truly began. We speak to him about his big move to Russia and the racism he faced while playing there, as well as the financial pull of both the Russian and Turkish leagues.Oumar also reveals all about his record-breaking transfer to the Premier League with Everton, his battles with Ronald Koeman after being excluded from the squad, and how he fought his way back to prove himself at the very top level.From rejection and racism to Premier League nights at Goodison Park, this is one of the most raw and inspiring football journeys we’ve covered yet.
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The Rise of Richardson Sport: Balotelli Bust-Up, Man United Crisis & Ighalo’s Transfer | EP.29
This week on More Than a Match we sit down with Wayne Richardson, founder of Richardson Sport, to hear how he went from growing up on one of England’s most dangerous estates to becoming one of the UK’s most successful online sports coaches.Wayne opens up about his childhood, where drug wars and gang rivalries were at their peak, and how sport became the pathway that kept him from falling into the same cycle as others around him.He shares the inspiring rise of Richardson Sport — what pushed him to start the business, the early challenges, and the mission that still drives him today. Along the way, he reveals some unbelievable stories, including being the “equalizer” between Mario Balotelli and Roberto Mancini, and how that moment shaped his role working to fix relationships between players and clubs.We also dive into how Wayne’s business has evolved, his efforts to educate and inspire the next generation through universities and workshops, and the crucial role of mental and physical support for athletes at every level of the game.This is an episode packed with stories, insights, and lessons from behind the scenes of football and elite sport — definitely one not to miss.
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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