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🎙️ In this episode of Perspectives, we sit down with Mohammed Kudus—one of the most electrifying attacking midfielders in world football.A dynamic playmaker with elite dribbling, explosive pace, and a lethal eye for goal. 🎯We caught up with Kudus at the launch of the brand new Skechers Electrum Pack, to talk about his journey—his rise from the streets of Ghana to the Premier League, and what’s next for one of football’s brightest stars.🔥 Kudus’ journey began in the streets of Ghana⚽He then moved to FC Nordsjælland where he continued to develop🏆 After this he joined Ajax’s world renowned setup where he won Back-to-back Eredivisie titles, The KNVB Cup and more🌟 He developed A reputation as one of the most exciting young attackers in Europe.The world took notice. The hype was real. 🚀💷 In 2023, West Ham United came calling, securing his signature for £38 million—a move that took his career to the next level. And in the Premier League, he’s proving his class week in, week out. 🔥 For the first time, he shares the untold story:👉 What was it like growing up in the ghetto in Ghana?👉 How he overcame the biggest setback in his career👉 How did he adapt to the intensity of the Premier League?⚡ Now 23, Kudus is a key player for West Ham and a standout for Ghana’s Black Stars, with ambitions of reaching the very top. 🚀🎥 This is Perspectives, with Mohammed Kudus. 🎙️Listen to the podcast below 👇FOLLOW RISING BALLERS 👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risingballe...TikTok: / risingballers. .X: https://twitter.com/RisingBallers_?re...Timestamps:00:00 - 01:38 - Intro01:38 - 03:44 - Childhood and Growing up in Ghana03:44 - 04:08 - New Skechers Electrum Boots04:08 - 04:38 - How comfortable are Skechers boots?04:38 - 06:00 - The journey from Ghana to Europe06:00 - 07:40 - Signing for FC Nordsjælland07:40 - 08:11 - Experience at FC Nordsjælland08:11 - 09:07 - Signing for Ajax09:07 - 10:09 - Experience at Ajax10:09 - 12:04 - Kudus best Season at Ajax12:04 - 12:33 - Signing for West Ham12:33 - 13:29 - Transitioning to the Premier League13:29 - 14:21 - Why Skechers?14:21 - 15:12 - From the streets in Ghana to the Premier League15:12 - 17:51 - Biggest setback 17:51 - 19:02 - First international call up19:02 - 19:48 - Representing Ghana at the World Cup19:48 - 20:46 - Realising how far he has come20:46 - 21:26 - Best player played against21:26 - 21:58 - Best player played with21:58 - 22:18 - Football idols growing up22:18 - 22:51 - Toughest thing about being a footballer22:51 - 23:02 - Best thing about being a footballer23:02 - 23:24 - Favourite footballing memory23:24 - 23:32 - What is the competition you want to win most?23:32 - 25:26 - Advice to younger self25:26 - 25:59 - What would you change about the football industry?25:59 - 26:42 - How important is family to you?26:42 - 27:58 - The future?27:58 - 28:18 - Biggest mistake28:18 - 28:36 - Question for Audience28:36 - 28:50 - Outro
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In this episode of Perspectives, we sit down with Ryan Gravenberch, who has been one of the best midfielders in the Premier League this season and helping to lead Liverpools title charge.
💎 At just 22, Ryan Gravenberch has already made his mark in the Premier League and is now being tipped as one of Liverpool’s brightest midfield talents. But his journey is only getting started.🚀
🔥 Ryan Gravenberch is a product of the famed Ajax Academy.
🇩🇪 After 12 Years at Ajax he decided to make a big jump, joining Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga
🏆 After winning the Bundesliga in his first season he then made another big move
✍️ Gravenberch then left Bayern to join Liverpool
🔑 He has been having a great season and is one of the key players in Liverpool’s Premier League title chase.
In partnership with Adidas, we caught up with Gravenberch to hear the untold story:
👉 Why did he chose Liverpool?
👉 What makes the Ajax academy so successful
👉 His favourite Adidas boots
👉 And whether or not Liverpool will win the league this season?
Watch the episode below 👇
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - 01:57 - Intro
01:57 - 03:00 - Childhood and Growing Up Playing Football
03:00 - 03:33 - Standing out as a young footballer
03:33 - 04:10 - Getting scouted for Ajax
04:10 - 04:49 - Gravenberch’s opinions on the iconic Adidas F50’s
04:49 - 05:44 - Ajax academy memories
05:44 - 06:33 - Ajax Principals
06:33 - 07:45 - Joining Bayern Munich
07:45 - 08:18 - Signing for Liverpool
08:18 - 08:36 - Why is Klopp such a great manager?
08:36 - 09:26 - Transitioning to the Premiere League
09:26 - 09:56 - How is Arne Slot as a manager?
09:56 - 10:31 - Playing as a 6 instead of an 8
10:31 - 11:10 - Favourite position?
11:10 - 11:26 - Will Liverpool win the league?
11:26 - 11:57 - Toughest thing about being a footballer?
11:57 - 12:20 - Dealing with pressure?
12:20 - 12:52 - Advice to younger self
12:52 - 13:25 - What does the future hold for Gravenberch
13:25 - 13:50 - Advice to young footballers?
13:50 - 14:11 - Outro
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In this episode of Perspectives, presented by EA SPORTS FC, we sit down with Roméo Lavia, one of the most exciting young midfielders in football today and one of EA SPORTS FC 25 Future Stars.⚡ At just 21, Roméo Lavia has already made waves in the Premier League and has now been named an FC Future Star for 2025. But his journey is only getting started. 🚀Lavia isn’t just composed—he’s intelligent. 🧠 A midfield maestro with elite technical ability and the vision to dictate a game. 🎯🔥 By the time he joined Southampton in 2022, he was ready to prove himself. And prove himself he did.⚽ In his first Premier League season, he:🏆 Became a key player at just 18💎 Caught the eye of Europe’s top clubs🚀 Secured a huge £58m move to Chelsea in 2023Hype was real. The competition was fierce 👀💷 Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester United all wanted him. But why did he choose Stamford Bridge? What really happened behind the scenes? 🤔We caught up with Lavia to hear the untold story:👉 Why did he switch from striker to midfield?👉 What’s the best advice he received at 14?👉 How can footballers do more for the community?👉 And what was the moment he wasn’t sure he could talk about? 🤐🎙️ This is Perspectives, with Roméo Lavia. 🎥FOLLOW RISING BALLERS 👇Instagram: @risingballersTikTok: @risingballersX: https://twitter.com/RisingBallers_?re..TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - 02:09 - Intro02:09 - 03:41 - Roméo’s reaction to last link up with Rising Ballers03:41 - 04:20 - FC Future Star 04:20 - 05:38 - Childhood and Growing Up Playing Football05:38 - 06:28 - Joining Man City at 1606:28 - 06:58 - Leaving Man City to join Southampton06:58 - 07:30 - Realising His Talent07:30 - 08:40 - Getting Scouted08:40 - 09:11 - Joining Anderlecht09:11 - 10:43 - Football Heroes10:43 - 10:52 - Playing as a striker10:52 - 11:44 - Being A Complete Midfielder11:44 - 12:20 - Turning Point In His Career12:20 - 12:47 - Premier League Debut12:47 - 13:28 - Roméo’s Chelsea FC Future Stars Picks13:28 - 15:03 - Most Challenging and Best Part About Being A Pro Footballer15:03 - 16:00 - Dreaming of Playing At This Level As A Kid16:00 - 17:23 - What Does The Future Hold For Roméo Lavia?17:23 - 18:01 - Best Advice He’s Received18:01 - 19:10 - Playing Against Cristiano Ronaldo19:10 - 19:53 - Most Challenging Part of His Career19:53 - 20:34 - Toughest Player He’s Faced20:34 - 20:50 - Roméo’s Question To The Audience20:50 - 21:12 - Outro
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It was announced this morning that Spurs signed talented defender, Kevin Danso from RC Lens on an initial loan with an obligation to buy for €25m. ✅Kevin’s journey has been crazy. He’s played in The Premier League, Bundesliga & Ligue 1. 🤩 He accidentally broke Mbappé’s nose at The Euros 😬 & reportedly failed a medical at AS Roma last summer due to a “heart abnormality”.For the first time on camera, Kevin addresses his medical situation and explains how he has been proven to be healthy. He talks about his journey so far and his goals for the future.Meet Tottenham’s new CB, Kevin Danso. 😎
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Jeremie Frimpong is considered one of the best full backs in football currently.Jeremie Frimpong isn't just talented—he is electric. ⚡ A fearless right-back with blistering pace and an unmatched work ethic. 🌍🔥 By the time he joined Celtic in 2019, he was ready to shine. And shine he did.⚽ In his first season, he won the treble: 🏆 The Scottish Premiership, League Cup and Scottish Cup, 🏅 As well as Celtic's Young Player of the Year award, 🌟 A reputation as one of the most exciting young full-backs in Europe.The top clubs noticed. The hype was real. 🚀💷 In January 2021, Jeremie made the leap to Bayer Leverkusen a step that elevated his career to the next level. And at Leverkusen, he’s become unstoppable. 🔥We caught up with Frimpong at his signing for New Balance, joining the likes of Saka, Eze and Endrick📖 For the first time, Jeremie shares the untold story: 👉 What was it like leaving Manchester City’s academy?👉 How did he adapt to life in Germany?👉 What’s next for one of Europe’s top young defenders?⚡ Now 23, Frimpong is a key player for Bayer Leverkusen and a Dutch international, with dreams of reaching the very top. 🚀🎙️ This is Perspectives, with Jeremie Frimpong. 🎥FOLLOW RISING BALLERS 👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risingballe...TikTok: / risingballers. .X: https://twitter.com/RisingBallers_?re...Timestamps:
00:00 - 02:13 - Intro
02:13 - 03:24 - Childhood and growing up
03:24 - 04:20 - Getting scouted for Liverpool and Man City
04:20 - 05:21 - Man City Academy players
05:21 - 06:21 - Joining New Balance
06:21 - 07:55 - Man City academy memories
07:55 - 10:03 - Leaving Man City to join Celtic
10:03 - 12:00 - Celtic career
12:00 - 14:28 - Leaving Celtic to join Bayer Leverkusen
14:28 - 20:14 - Leverkusen Unbeaten season : Winning Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal Cup
20:14 - 21:19 - Making family proud
21:19 - 21:43 - Where would Leverkusen finish in the Premier League?
21:43 - 22:05 - New Balance signature boot?
22:05 - 23:40 - Saka’s career
23:40 - 24:08 - Best Position
24:08 - 25:37 - Choosing to represent the Netherlands over England and Ghana
25:37 - 27:05 - Experience of playing for the Netherlands
27:05 - 27:31 - Dealing with pressure around football transfers.
27:31 - 28:14 - Biggest lesson learned
28:14 - 28:29 - Biggest advice
28:29 - 28:58 - Biggest setback
28:58 - 29:29 - Biggest mistake
29:29 - 29:50 - Advice to young ballers
29:50 - 31:41 - Pathways programme
31:41 - 31:59 - Question for RB audience
31:59 - 32:16 - Outro
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In this episode of Perspectives, we sit down with Fabian Hürzeler, the youngest manager in Premier League history, currently leading Brighton & Hove Albion. 🔵 At just 31, Hürzeler has taken the football world by storm with his innovative tactics and fearless approach to management. 👏Join us as we delve into Hürzeler's journey from his early days in Germany to becoming a trailblazer in English football. We discuss his rapid rise through the coaching ranks, the challenges of managing top-flight players at such a young age, and his vision for the future of Brighton. 🏆This conversation offers a unique insight into the mind of a manager who's redefining the game and inspiring a new generation of football enthusiasts. Subscribe to Rising Ballers for more in-depth interviews and stories from the world of football. 😎🎙️ This is Perspectives, with Fabian Hürzeler. 🎥Check out the Podcast on YouTube 👇 - https://youtu.be/F0E6-llHQsY
FOLLOW RISING BALLERS 👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risingballe...TikTok: / risingballers. .X: https://twitter.com/RisingBallers_?re...Timestamps👇00:00 - 02:25 - Intro02:25 - 04:27 - Bayern Munich academy & getting into management 04:27 - 04:53 - Reason for getting fired from job in Munich04:53 - 05:51 - Favourite managers growing up 05:51 - 08:26 - Early management jobs08:26 - 09:00 - Hurzeler's current achievements09:00 - 11:43 - How he gained promotion with FC St Pauli 11:43 - 14:10 - Brighton's recruitment strategy 14:10 - 17:18 - Fabian's database approach to the game17:18 - 18:10 - Fabian's thoughts and feelings of the current season with Brighton 18:10 - 20:41 - How to beat Manchester City 20:41 - 22:11 - How to manage players older and with more experience22:11 - 23:11 - Do managers need to to earn players respect?23:11 - 23:57 - Fabian's advice to younger self23:57 - 25:01 - Fabian's ideas with Carlos Baleba25:01 - 26:02 - Future for Fabian26:02 - 26:28 - Fabian's question & Outro
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In 2016, whispers of an exciting 16-year-old at Fulham started to spread through the football world.Ryan Sessegnon didn’t just make his debut—he made history. 👏 The youngest-ever Championship goalscorer. The first player born in the 21st century to score in English professional football. 🌍🔥 By the end of the 2016/17 season, he had:⚽ 7 goals in 30 appearances,🏅 A place in the Championship Team of the Year,🌟 A reputation as one of the brightest talents in world football.The top clubs wanted him. The hype was real. 🚀💷 After turning 19, Ryan decided it was time to leave Fulham and was bought by Spurs for £25 Million. This was supposed to be the next big step in his career, but things did not go to plan. 😕📖 For the first time, Ryan shares the untold story:👉 What really happened at Tottenham?👉 How did his meteoric rise come to a sudden halt?⚡ Nowadays, Ryan is fit and back playing again for Fulham in The Premier League. 💪 Still only 24 years old, he has time to reach the heights we know he is capable of. 🚀🎙️ This is Perspectives, with Ryan Sessegnon. 🎥FOLLOW RISING BALLERS 👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risingballers/?hl=en-gbTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@risingballers...X: https://twitter.com/RisingBallers_?re...Timestamps👇00:00 - 02:27 - Intro02:27 - 04:23 - Childhood and growing up04:23 - 07:09 - Pro and Cons growing up in football with a twin brother07:09 - 09:30 - Journey from academy to first team football 9:30-11:40 Breaking in to the first-team11:40-12:15 Making my debut aged 1612:15-13.23 Championship debut against Leeds13:23-14:21 My first season in professional football14:21-15:49 Breaking records as a teenager15:49-16:25 Jump from academy football to first team16:25-18:10 Staying grounded & dealing with pressure at 16 years old18:10-19:50 Managing superstardom - Newcastle away & Alan Shearer19:50-20:40 Staying at Fulham despite interest from huge clubs.20:40-22:39 Second season in the first team, achieving promotion to The Prem22:39-24:43 First season as a Premier League player24:43-27:04 Leaving Fulham to sign for Tottenham & Pochettino27:04-28:30 First season at Spurs & injury28:30-31:19 Pochettino sacked & Mourinho joins Spurs31:19-33:30 Going on loan to Hoffenheim in Germany33:30-34:27 Returning to Spurs, Nuno Espírito Santo & getting injured34:27-36:05 Antonio Conte becomes Spurs manager36:05-37:48 Funny story: My first game for Antonio Conte37:48 - 38:10 - Overcoming set backs at Tottenham38:10 - 41:12 - Helping Tottenham qualify for UCL41:12 - 42:29 - Great season followed by injury42:29 - 43:57 - How to deal with injury setbacks and overcome them 43:57 - 52:24 - Third season at Spurs, another injury set back and getting released52:24 - 53:19 - Playing with Kane and Son53:19 - 54:14 - Returning to Fulham54:14 - 57:03 - Current season at Fulham FC57:03 - 59:25 - Impact of social media59:25 - 01:00:42 - Advice to younger self01:00:42 - 01:02:20 - Do people think you're older than you are?01:02:20 - 01:03:22 - Plans for the future01:03:22 - 01:03:30 - Question for RB01:03:30 - 01:03:35 - Outro
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By the age of 29 years old, Harry Hugo is more or less living every young boy’s dream. 🤩 After selling his influencer marketing business for millions, he invested in his local football club, Farnham Town, and is now chairman of the club. ⚽️
Harry co-founded The Goat Agency along with two of his best friends in 2015. 🤝 The company went on to become a worldwide leader in influencer marketing, turning over £250 million annually. 💵
Harry was about to spend £197,400 on a Ferrari, 😳 when his friends persuaded him to buy a football club instead. He invested in Farnham Town and since then has led the club to achieve new heights. 👏 One promotion, 170 goals in a season & a 58 game unbeaten league run - Farnham town are on the rise. 📈
Harry tells us his story from the very start, gives his advice for entrepreneurs out there & tells us all about his experience of running a football club. 👏
Listen to the podcast below 👇
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Timestamps👇
00:00 - 02:01 - Intro
02:01 - 03:29 - Childhood and growing up
03:29 - 05:02 - Wanting to be a sports journalist
05:02 - 06:52 - Starting a football twitter community
06:52 - 10:07 - Launching the 2nd biggest football podcast at 16
10:07 - 12:04 - Selling first business at 19
12:04 - 13:57 - The boom of tech investment
13:57 - 16:44 - Starting at Sport Lobster
16:44-19:15 - Working with Cristiano Ronaldo
19:15 - 20:38 - Starting Influencer Marketing
20:38 - 41:16 - The Journey of G.O.A.T Marketing agency
41:16 - 43:42 - What business would you start in 2024?
43:42 - 47:27 - Best piece of advice
47:27 - 52:54 - Becoming a millionaire at such a young age
52:54 - 59:58 - Deciding to buy a football club
59:58 - 01:05:26 - Buying Farnham Town FC
01:05:26 - 01:07:11 - The Non League Pyramid
01:07:11 - 01:09:37 - Farnham 58 game unbeaten run
01:09:37 - 01:13:04 - Purchasing Farnham Town FC
01:13:04 - 01:24:40 - Farnham Town journey
01:24:40 - 01:30:10 - Biggest mistake
01:30:10 - 01:32:07 - Craziest story
01:32:07 - 01:33:23 - One thing you would change in Football?
01:33:23 - 01:36:32 - The future for Farnham and Harry
01:36:32 - 01:36:45 - Question for RB audience
01:36:45 - 01:36:53 - Outro
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It can be hard to believe that Callum Hudson Odoi is still only 23 years old. Despite his age, Callum has been through more than some players experience in their whole careers.Growing up, Hudson Odoi was one of Chelsea’s most prolific academy players. We would be posting viral clips of him almost weekly on The Rising Ballers Instagram page. He was one of the first players we posted on Rising Ballers, so it’s only right we linked up with him to chat about how his career has been going behind closed doors.Trophies, injuries, transfers, we cover it all. Perspectives with Callum Hudson-Odoi. 🤝FOLLOW RISING BALLERS 👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risingballers/?hl=en-gbTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@risingballers...X: https://twitter.com/RisingBallers_?re...Timestamps👇00:00 - 02:27 - Intro02:27 - 03:52 - Childhood and growing up03:52 - 04:37 - Getting scouted for Charlton04:37 - 05:59 - Getting scouted for Chelsea05:59 - 07:13 - Dad and brothers influence on Football07:13 - 07:57 - Difference between Charlton and Chelsea07:57 - 09:42 - Chelsea academy memories09:42 - 11:11 - Best Chelsea youth teams11:11 - 11:58 -Standout Chelsea memories11:58 - 13:28 - Becoming a first team Chelsea player13:28 - 14:58 - What was Conte like?14:58 - 16:28 - Injury problems16:28 - 18:05 - Advice for dealing with setbacks18:05 - 24:11 - Leverkusen Loan24:11 - 25:20 - Being in the first XI from an early age25:20 - 26:02 - Being youngest in the year26:02 - 29:06 - Leaving Chelsea for Nottingham Forest29:06 - 30:33 - Transition to Nottingham Forest30:33 - 32:24 - Dealing with self doubt 32:24 - 33:35 - Inspirational players33:35 - 34:52 - Most under rated player34:52 - 35:45 - Hardest player you've played against 32:45 - 36:44 - Advice to younger self36:44 - 38:15 - Future for Callum Hudson Odoi38:15 - 38:38 - Outro
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Meet Simon Leslie – Founder of Ink Global and now proud owner of Eastbourne Borough FC ⚽️Simon built a business empire reaching $150M in revenue, only to lose it all overnight. 💔 He shares the emotional rollercoaster of rebuilding from the ground up 🌪️. But Simon’s journey doesn’t stop there. In 2023, he stepped into the world of non-league football, buying Eastbourne Borough FC with dreams of taking the club into the Football League 🏆. From the highs to the challenges of owning a football club, Simon opens up about what he wishes he knew before diving into the beautiful game ⚽️⚡️. Tune in to hear how Simon gained his wealth, why he chose to invest in non-league football, and the real story behind his football journey 🔑 💼 ⚽️.Listen to the podcast below 👇Trailer to Simon & Eastbourne's Documentary 👇https://vimeo.com/1014848615/faf7dc2023?share=copyFOLLOW RISING BALLERS 👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risingballers/?hl=en-gbTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@risingballers...X: https://twitter.com/RisingBallers_?re...Timestamps👇00:00 - 02:15 - Intro02:15 - 03:47 - Childhood & growing up03:47 - 04:21 - Love of Football04:21 - 04:55 - Supporting Football Clubs04:55 - 05:42 - Football as an Outlet05:42 - 07:48 - Running first business as a teenager07:48 - 14:34 - Business Career Journey14:34 - 16:08 - Winning first ever contract and building Ink Global16:08 - 20:46 - 9/11, Company getting bought, expanding the business 20:46 - 21:40 - Planning to sell the company21:40- 29:53 - 2008 crisis and making mistakes29:53 - 33:48 - Issues with Business debt33:48 - 38:26 - Bouncing back in 201438:48 - 39:39 - Selling the company in 201839:39 - 49:22 - Covid disaster and bouncing back49:22 - 01:00:07 - Deciding to retire and buy a football club01:00:07 - 01:01:23 - Taking over Eastbourne Boro01:01:23 - 01:17:07 - Injuries and relegation struggles 01:17:07 - 01:22:18 - The Highs of Football01:22:18 - 01:22:25 - Advice for younger people01:22:25 - 01:25:27 - Quotes for younger generation01:25:27 - 01:25:38 - Outro
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Meet Marc White. Founder, chairman and manager of Dorking Wanderers. ⚽️ To say he’s a character, would be an understatement….😂 Non league football is a crazy world and Marc is a veteran of the game. 👑 He started Dorking Wanderers over 25 years ago in a field with a group of mates. Fast forward to 2024, they’re currently playing in The National League South, just two leagues below professional football. 🤯👏 He tells us about what really goes on behind the scenes. All the crazy stories of fights...
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Join us as we sit down with Yunus Musah to explore his incredible football journey ⚽️✨. Born in New York City 🗽, Yunus moved to Italy 🇮🇹 at a young age and later joined Arsenal’s academy in England 🇬🇧. Now a standout midfielder, he’s known for his versatility, speed, and skill 💨🔥. Despite being eligible to play for multiple countries 🌍, Yunus made the significant decision to represent the United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) 🇺🇸.In this interview, Yunus shares his experiences growing up i...
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There’s been a bit of a golden generation coming out of Arsenal in recent years 🤩 But a somewhat underrated player from that generation is Skechers Football Athlete, Josh DaSilva.⚽️ After bravely turning down a pro contract with Arsenal, Josh joined Brentford and began to show the fans exactly why there was so much hype surrounding him. ✍️📈But, just as everything was going well, disaster struck. Josh was struck down with injury after injury. 💔 Josh joined us for an interview on Perspectives, ...
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Originally from Islington in London, Joe Black is a music and football legend. 👑He initially gained fame as a rapper, achieving millions of views on YouTube and is now considered one of the true pioneers of UK Rap. 🎶🔊Rick Ross, Potter Payper & Tion Wayne are just a handful of big names Joe has worked with. 🤩But following a stint in prison, Joe’s ambitions changed and he decided to pursue another passion: football. ⚽️In an unlikely turn of events, Joe worked hard to break into the football...
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Endrick has one of the craziest transfer stories we’ve seen in recent years. 😮 He caught the attention of the world at just 15 years old whilst playing for Palmeiras. 🌍 Instantly, reports of a new wonderkid emerging in Brazil began to excite football fans around the world. 🤩Within a few months, it was announced that Real Madrid had agreed a transfer deal to sign Endrick on his 18th birthday. 🤯 The fee would rise to roughly to €72 MILLION! 🤑Fast forward to 2024 and Endrick is officially a Real...
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Last season, Nathan Tella had the best year of his career at Bayer Leverkusen. Playing for Xabi Alonso, he was part of the first Bundesliga team to go an entire season without losing a game. Leverkusen won their first ever Bundesliga title, ending Bayern’s 11 year winning streak. They made history, and Nathan played a big part in that. He’s had a great season, but his journey has been far from easy. Nathan was released by Arsenal’s academy and left without a club at 18 years old. He...
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Once regarded as one of the Premier League’s brightest young talents, it’s safe to say Saido Berahino’s career did not go to plan. 😔 The media told a clichéd tale of an unprofessional young footballer who let fame and money get to his head. But there’s more than meets the eye with Saido. 👀Saido tell us about growing up on the streets of war-torn Burundi, losing his father and moving to the UK alone as a refugee. 💔 He reveals the truth behind corrupt individuals in the football industry along ...
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Every football fan in the world knows the transfer guru Fabrizio Romano. With over 50 million followers on social media, he is the most influential football journalist ever 🤩 Fabrizio sat down with Rising Ballers for a rare, exclusive interview to reveal exactly how he has managed to become one of the biggest names in football ⚽️He tells us all about what really happens behind the scenes in the Transfer Market 👀 The inside track on multiple high profile transfer sagas such as Messi leaving Ba...
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Theo Walcott, a legend of English football ⚽️, joined us at #PlayStationHouse, where the worlds of football and gaming collide, to celebrate the UEFA Champions League final in London at the weekend 🏆. From his beginnings at Southampton to his outstanding career at Arsenal and beyond, Theo shared fascinating stories and insights.FOLLOW RISING BALLERS 👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risingballers/?hl=en-gbTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@risingballers...X: https://twitter.com/RisingBallers...
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Join us for an exclusive and riveting interview with Nile Ranger, the footballer whose journey from the heights of the Premier League to the depths of prison is nothing short of extraordinary. In this raw and honest podcast episode, Nile opens up about his life both on and off the pitch, sharing stories and insights you won't hear anywhere else. Nile opens up about playing in the Premier League, his time behind bars and the impact it had on his career, his gambling addiction where he was spen...
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