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.

More Than A Match is a sports podcast hosted by MoreThanAMatch, with 61 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

MoreThanAMatch hosts More Than A Match, a sports show with 61 episodes published.

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  Devonte Redmond: MUFC Academy, Rashford's Rise, Retired Before 30, Released on X, JJ Gabriel | EP.74

  Sep 17, 20261h 5m

  This week on More Than A Match, RH and D'Mani sit down with former Manchester United midfielder Devonte Redmond. From Fletcher Moss to the Cliff, Littleton Road and Carrington, Devonte came through one of the most talented academy groups United have produced, alongside Marcus Rashford, Scott McTominay, Axel Tuanzebe and Callum Gribbin. He tells us about the Warren Joyce test he failed in the gym, the moment Rashford turned to him on the team coach and said he wasn't sure football was for him, and what it was like training with Van Gaal's first team. He's also honest about what came after: the Scunthorpe loan, promotion with Salford, falling out of love with the game at Wrexham, and finding out on social media that the club he'd been at since he was eight had let him go. This episode is brought to you by Dwight Global Online School, a leading online school for student athletes aged 11 to 18, with campuses in London, New York, Shanghai, Seoul, Dubai, Hanoi and Cairo. Get 50% off tuition with More Than A Match. Visit www.dwight.global to learn more.

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  Richard Tracz: Academy Truths, The Man City Way & Coaching In The USA | EP.73

  Sep 16, 20261h 7m

  oach Richard Tracz (R-Kicks) joins D'Mani and RH for one of the most in-depth coaching conversations we've had on the show. Having worked across both Manchester clubs, Richard pulls no punches on what's really happening inside the academy system, why so many technically gifted kids get eaten alive when they reach men's football, and what needs to change.From spotting a special talent at four years old to the truth about coaching in the USA, this one is essential listening for any coach, player or football parent.This week's episode is sponsored by Dwight Global Online School, a leading online school for student athletes aged 11 to 18 who want to train, travel and compete at the highest level without compromising their education. Head to www.dwight.global for more information.

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  From Communist Romania To Coaching In New York | EP.72

  Sep 3, 202646 min

  D'Mani is back, and this week we sit down with Mihai from Dwight Global for one of the most inspiring journeys we've had on the show. From falling in love with tennis in communist Romania, hitting balls against a fence with 40 other kids and one coach, to reaching the top 10 in the country and finding out that talent alone wasn't enough to turn pro.Mihai opens up on his parents' sacrifice, the financial wall that ended his playing dream, moving to the US at 21, and how a chance meeting on a New York tennis court led him into education and his work with Dwight Global.

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  PFA Awards & My Premier League Predictions | EP 71

  Aug 27, 202629 min

  RH flies solo this week for a one on one with the community, reacting to the PFA awards and answering the questions you sent in on our socials. He breaks down Bruno Fernandes and Nico O'Reilly's big wins, two players he's worked with, and gives his full Premier League table prediction for the season ahead.Plus honest advice for the next generation on education, scholarships and the traits that actually matter, and a look at the big plans coming for the channel.This week's episode is sponsored by Dwight Global Online School, a leading online school for student athletes who want to train and compete at the highest level without compromising their education. Head to www.dwight.global for more information.

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  Sam Bird: The Loan I Turned Down & Still Regret | EP.69

  Aug 16, 202652 min

  Sam Bird joins More Than A Match to tell his story, from a late start in football to carving out a professional career across Fleetwood, Stockport, Scotland and Chorley. He's honest about the loan move he turned down and still regrets, the frustrating spells, the loans that rebuilt his confidence, and stepping into coaching alongside RH.One of the most honest conversations we've had about the reality of the non league grind and the decisions that shape a career.

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