John McAtee shares his incredible underdog journey from non league football to reaching the Premier League. He opens up about beating Wrexham in the unforgettable 5-4 playoff clash, signing for Bolton Wanderers and Luton, and overcoming serious injury setbacks along the way. An inspiring football story about resilience, belief and chasing the dream.

This week on More Than A Match, we sit down with Amy Truesdale MBE, Paralympic Gold Medalist and one of the best in the world at her sport.Amy opens up about winning Gold in Paris, what it really feels like to stand on top of the podium, and the sacrifices it takes to become a world champion. Born with one arm, Amy shares her journey through elite sport, the challenges she faced growing up, and how she turned adversity into greatness.We also talk about shaking the King’s hand, representing Team GB on the world stage, and what’s next as she looks ahead to the future after Paralympic success.From mindset and discipline to the reality of life as a professional athlete, this is an inspiring and powerful episode you don’t want to miss.

This week on More Than A Match, we sit down with content creator Simon Gbeleyi, whose journey has taken him from making TikToks in his bedroom to producing adverts for Manchester United.Simon opens up about how he first started creating content with limited resources and how consistency and belief helped fuel his rise in the creative world. He tells us about working directly with United, including his unforgettable trip to Romania, and what it was like to play at Old Trafford.We also talk about his work interviewing youth teams and young players, giving a platform to the next generation, and how his content has grown into something much bigger than he ever imagined.A real story of creativity, hard work, and turning passion into opportunity — this episode shows there’s more than one way to make it in football.

This week on More Than A Match, D’Mani and RH sit down with former Manchester United defender Cameron Borthwick-Jackson for an open and honest conversation about his football journey.Cameron takes us back to making his Manchester United debut at just 18 years old, sharing what it was really like breaking through at Old Trafford. He opens up about working under Louis van Gaal, his old-school methods, and why that period brought him real joy in football.He also speaks honestly about the challenges he faced under José Mourinho, including the moment he was kicked out of the dressing room, and how quickly things can change at the top level.The episode dives deep into the injuries and setbacks Cameron suffered after leaving United, including being away from football for over 700 days, and the mental strength it took to find his way back into the game.A powerful story about resilience, setbacks, and rediscovering love for football — this one truly shows why it’s More Than A Match.

This week on More Than A Match, D’Mani and RH sit down with the man of the moment Paul Dawson after his historic FA Cup win against Crystal Palace.Paul and D’Mani relive what it felt like making history in one of English football’s biggest competitions, sharing behind-the-scenes stories you won’t see on TV. From the build-up to the final whistle, they break down the moments that made the night so special.The lads also look ahead to the next FA Cup round against Brentford, asking the big question — can the underdogs do it again and knock out another Premier League side?

This week on More Than A Match, DJ Buffonge joins D’mani Mellor and RH in the studio for a huge debut episode.DJ opens up about his time in the Manchester United academy, growing up in London, and the real struggles young footballers face behind the scenes. He talks about life after leaving United and how tough it was playing abroad in new countries where he knew no one.DJ also shares his honest story about suffering an ACL injury that has kept him out of football for the last two years, and how it affected him both mentally and physically.This episode gives a real look at the highs and lows of professional football and shows why there is truly more than a match.

This week on More Than A Match, the lads are back in the studio with another debate-filled episode packed with big football talking points!

We kick things off with a heated discussion about Erling Haaland – is he the most complete striker in world football, or does he still have limitations in his game?

Then we dive into the debate of American academies vs English academies, comparing coaching styles, player development, mentality, and which system creates better pros.

We also discuss one of football’s biggest questions: What is the most influential position on the pitch right now? Midfielders, centre backs, strikers… the boys break it all down.

Finally, we tackle the controversial topic of VAR – does it need fixing, replacing, or removing completely from the game?

Another episode full of debates, opinions, and football talk you won’t want to miss.

This week on More Than a Match, RH goes global as he sits down for an exclusive interview with former LA Lakers Performance Coach Marco Núñez.

Marco gives us incredible insight into what it’s really like working inside one of the biggest organisations in world sport, sharing stories from behind the scenes with elite athletes at the very top level. He breaks down what made legends like Kobe Bryant and LeBron James different, the standards they set, and the demands they made that separated them from everyone else.

He also talks about life after the Lakers — how he transitioned into working across different sports, built his own performance business, and adapted his coaching style throughout his career.

One you definitely don’t want to miss

You’ve seen the interviews, the debates, and the serious moments — now it’s time to see what really happens when the cameras don’t stop rolling! From hilarious behind-the-scenes moments to unexpected bloopers, forgotten lines, and pure chaos in the studio, this episode shows the real personalities behind the mic.

Get ready for non-stop laughs, inside jokes, and moments we probably should’ve cut out 😅

This week on More Than a Match we sit down with professional boxer Joe Collins, known for being Ricky Hatton’s long-time sparring partner and even working as Robbie Savage’s personal security during his playing days!

Joe gives us a raw insight into the life of a fighter, from cutting extreme weight, to the mental battles behind closed doors, to the reality of grinding through the small-hall boxing scene. He tells us what it was really like training with Hatton, the madness he experienced while working around football, and the lessons he took from both worlds.

We also dive into Joe’s explosive entry into the online boxing world, as he reveals why he’s willing to fight on Misfits for FREE and donate every penny to The Ricky Hatton Foundation. He tells us who he wants first, why he’s ready to shake up the influencer boxing scene, and how this opportunity could change everything.