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.

This week on More Than a Match, we sit down with football presenter and content creator Karel Prince, who’s quickly becoming one of the biggest names in the game.

We speak to him about his rise from grassroots football to presenting alongside legends like Rio Ferdinand, Ian Wright, and The Overlap team. Karel tells us how he went from making viral videos and catching out professional footballers to working with some of the biggest names in football media today.

He opens up about his journey breaking into the industry, the hard work behind the scenes, and how he’s managed to stay authentic while building a brand that’s known across social media. From shout-outs on The Overlap to interviews with Premier League players, Karel gives us the inside scoop on what life is really like as one of football’s fastest-rising presenters.

This episode is packed with energy, stories, and insight into how social media is changing the world of football forever.

This week on More Than A Match we kick off our brand new show — ‘The Breakdown’ — where we dive deep into all the Premier League drama from the weekend’s action!We analyse the biggest talking points from the key fixtures including Manchester United vs Liverpool, Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea, and Brentford vs West Ham, giving our honest opinions, reactions and predictions for the weeks ahead.Expect heated debates, bold takes, and plenty of laughs as the lads break down everything from top performances to controversial calls across the league.Brought to you in association with AdvantEdge Sport, specialists in Football Grip SocksUse Code "MTAM20" for 20% Off!

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.

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.