A footballer whose name became synonymous with scandal, a life derailed by a fateful mistake.This is Moses Swaibu - once a rising star, a player tipped for greatness in the football league. But his world came crashing down when he got involved with the Chinese mafia and caught in a match-fixing scandal that led to a 16-month prison sentence. In the blink of an eye, he went from being a player with a future to someone whose career and freedom were in jeopardy.From the streets of London to the cold confines of prison, Moses faced it all. And now, he’s rising again. This is the story of a man who’s not just fighting to rebuild his career, but to reclaim his life from the depths of despair.This isn’t a tale of just a fall from grace - it’s about survival. It’s about redemption. It’s about facing your darkest days and finding the strength to rise again.For Perspectives, this is Moses Swaibu: raw, real and in his own words.FOLLOW RISING BALLERS 👇Instagram: / risingballe. .TikTok: / risingballers. .X: https://twitter.com/RisingBallers_?re...TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro01:24 Early Beginnings02:55 Introduction to Football05:35 Opportunity Growing Up06:59 Joining Crystal Palace Academy09:25 Making the Palace Squad11:16 Working with Neil Warnock & Getting Released13:21 Lows After Getting Released15:45 Joining Bromley17:45 Working Way Up to Lincoln City20:16 Establishing Himself Back On Football Pyramid22:09 Dressing Room Culture Surrounding Money25:05 Life Begins to Spiral & Drug Raids On His House27:24 Accused of Stealing Chicken From Tesco31:29 Shootings & a Semi-Automatic Uzi37:41 Dealing With Issues Mentally42:09 Introduction to Match-Fixing & How Does it Work?47:10 What Made Him Decide to Do It?48:48 What Was His Fear On What Could Go Wrong?52:15 How Widespread is Corruption in Football?01:06:03 Lead Up To Arrest01:08:32 Breaking Down01:15:36 Being Arrested01:16:56: Responsibility for Others01:18:53 Being in Jail01:25:40 Men’s Mental Health & Accountability01:30:47 How Can Governing Bodies Protect Players Better?01:34:00 Personal Relationship With Football Now01:38:45 Message To Younger Self

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00:00 Intro02:00 How Football Started for Him03:26 Family Background in Football03:50 Anderlecht Academy04:49 Big Clubs’ Interest in Signing Him07:10 Why Did He Choose Chelsea?09:50 Challenges Moving Country11:04 Who Was In His Youth Team?12:17 Youth Team Successes13:19 Real Betis Loan16:08 Making Chelsea Debut18:43 Playing With Chelsea Legends20:07 Fabregas Smashed Him In Training21:19 John Terry Influence21:52 Celtic Loan25:13 Recalled & Loaned to Vitesse25:43 First Big Injury27:42 Rehab at Chelsea28:21 Second Tear30:32 Rebuilding at Chelsea Under Lampard31:41 Marina Granovskaia Influence on Loans32:41 Return to Vitesse34:00 Worsening of Knee Injury35:35 Need for Surgery37:16 Doctors Tell Him Recovery Is Impossible38:28 Mental Battles & Fear Of Never Playing Again39:50 Impact of Covid41:42 Moving to Dubai for Rehab43:59 Having a “Nearly” Story & Battling Depression46:15 Loneliness in Dealing With Injury48:33 Chelsea Exit “Killed” Him50:11 Why Did He Really Leave Chelsea?52:55 Getting Covid During Pre-Season54:30 Club Politics at Chelsea55:51 Offered to Play for Chelsea for Free57:26 Finally Leaving Chelsea58:24 Heartbreak at Leaving & Taking a Break1:00:01 Crying in the Car01:01:03 Move to Levante01:02:56 Bad Start to Season & More Injuries01:05:01 Working Toward Full Recovery01:05:54 Leaving Levante01:07:00 Training Changes & It Not Being Fun01:08:57 Huge Career Announcement01:12:07 Finding New Purpose01:13:59 Letting Go

One of Europe’s most wanted defenders - composed beyond his years, sharp in the tackle and always a step ahead. Still a teenager, but already a leader at the back.

At Lille, he made his debut at just 16, growing into one of Ligue 1’s standout centre-backs.

From Northern France, to Manchester United, the spotlight followed. And in the Europa League, he marked his arrival with his first goal against Lyon.

For Perspectives on Rising Ballers, this is Leny Yoro.

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One of African football's brightest young talents - just four league games at Atalanta was enough to catch the eye of Europe’s elite. Composed, quick, instinctive - Manchester United moved fast.The road since hasn’t always been smooth, but it’s never been quiet. A standout loan at Sunderland reignited the buzz.And this season, a 12-minute hat-trick against Southampton lit it all up again. For Perspectives on Rising Ballers, this is Amad Diallo.FOLLOW RISING BALLERS 👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risingballe...TikTok:   / risingballers.  .X: https://twitter.com/RisingBallers_?re...TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro01:25 Falling in Love with Football01:55 Leaving Ivory Coast at a Young Age02:58 Most Important People03:40 Premier League vs Serie A04:27 Toughest Defender05:14 Hat-Trick vs Southampton06:43 Playing for the National Team07:50 One Trophy He Wants to Win08:29 Celebrating09:04 Dealing With Injuries & Setbacks10:00 Dream Dinner Guests11:06 Aspirations as a Person11:35 5 Year Plan12:05 Sunderland

For 15 years, Brandon Ashton was more than just Manchester City’s kit man: he was part of the fabric of the club. A key figure surrounded by world-class players, a trusted presence in the dressing room and the heartbeat of a squad that made history.From the chaotic early days of the Abu Dhabi takeover, to the club’s first-ever Premier League title… from witnessing the highs of a historic treble to becoming a viral sensation himself - belly-sliding across champagne-soaked floors in the wildest title celebrations - he saw it all.Now, he shares his story. The unseen side of Manchester City. The moments you’ve never heard before.For Perspectives on Rising Ballers, this is Brandon Ashton: uncensored, unfiltered, and in his own words.FOLLOW RISING BALLERS 👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risingballers/?hl=en-gbTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@risingballers...X: https://twitter.com/RisingBallers_?re...

TIMECODES

00:00 Intro

01:45 Starting Out

04:47 First Ever Game

05:50 THAT Agüero Goal

09:02 Mancini & Pellegrini

11:14 Pep's Arrival

13:12 Pep's Genius

14:15 Working With Mikel Arteta

16:38 Treble Winners

19:06 UCL Final Win

20:02 Infamous Belly Slide

23:16 Vincent Kompany

24:30 Carlos Tevez

25:30 Mario Balotelli

26:49 Joe Hart, James Milner, Frank Lampard

29:04 Jack Grealish

29:42 Fernandinho

30:22 Sergio Agüero

31:12 Emmanuel Adebayor

32:20 Touré Brothers

33:28 Kevin De Bruyne

34:04 Erling Haaland

34:46 Cole Palmer

35:59 Fabian Delph

36:43 Favourite Memory

37:42 Role Of A Kit Man

39:13 Chappy As A Role Model

40:21 Biggest Jokers In The Dressing Room

41:31 Why Did He Leave Man City

42:36 New Ventures

45:36 What Does The Future Hold?

🎙️ 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

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?

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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

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

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. 😎

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

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 - Intro 02:25 - 04:27 - Bayern Munich academy & getting into management 04:27 - 04:53 - Reason for getting fired from job in Munich 04:53 - 05:51 - Favourite managers growing up 05:51 - 08:26 - Early management jobs 08:26 - 09:00 - Hurzeler's current achievements 09:00 - 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 game 17:18 - 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 experience 22:11 - 23:11 - Do managers need to to earn players respect? 23:11 - 23:57 - Fabian's advice to younger self 23:57 - 25:01 - Fabian's ideas with Carlos Baleba 25:01 - 26:02 - Future for Fabian 26:02 - 26:28 - Fabian's question & Outro

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-gb TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@risingballers... X: https://twitter.com/RisingBallers_?re... Timestamps👇 00:00 - 02:27 - Intro 02:27 - 04:23 - Childhood and growing up 04:23 - 07:09 - Pro and Cons growing up in football with a twin brother 07:09 - 09:30 - Journey from academy to first team football 9:30-11:40 Breaking in to the first-team 11:40-12:15 Making my debut aged 16 12:15-13.23 Championship debut against Leeds 13:23-14:21 My first season in professional football 14:21-15:49 Breaking records as a teenager 15:49-16:25 Jump from academy football to first team 16:25-18:10 Staying grounded & dealing with pressure at 16 years old 18:10-19:50 Managing superstardom - Newcastle away & Alan Shearer 19:50-20:40 Staying at Fulham despite interest from huge clubs. 20:40-22:39 Second season in the first team, achieving promotion to The Prem 22:39-24:43 First season as a Premier League player 24:43-27:04 Leaving Fulham to sign for Tottenham & Pochettino 27:04-28:30 First season at Spurs & injury 28:30-31:19 Pochettino sacked & Mourinho joins Spurs 31:19-33:30 Going on loan to Hoffenheim in Germany 33:30-34:27 Returning to Spurs, Nuno Espírito Santo & getting injured 34:27-36:05 Antonio Conte becomes Spurs manager 36:05-37:48 Funny story: My first game for Antonio Conte 37:48 - 38:10 - Overcoming set backs at Tottenham 38:10 - 41:12 - Helping Tottenham qualify for UCL 41:12 - 42:29 - Great season followed by injury 42:29 - 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 released 52:24 - 53:19 - Playing with Kane and Son 53:19 - 54:14 - Returning to Fulham 54:14 - 57:03 - Current season at Fulham FC 57:03 - 59:25 - Impact of social media 59:25 - 01:00:42 - Advice to younger self 01:00:42 - 01:02:20 - Do people think you're older than you are? 01:02:20 - 01:03:22 - Plans for the future 01:03:22 - 01:03:30 - Question for RB 01:03:30 - 01:03:35 - Outro

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. 👏

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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

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-gb TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@risingballers... X: https://twitter.com/RisingBallers_?re... Timestamps👇 00:00 - 02:27 - Intro 02:27 - 03:52 - Childhood and growing up 03:52 - 04:37 - Getting scouted for Charlton 04:37 - 05:59 - Getting scouted for Chelsea 05:59 - 07:13 - Dad and brothers influence on Football 07:13 - 07:57 - Difference between Charlton and Chelsea 07:57 - 09:42 - Chelsea academy memories 09:42 - 11:11 - Best Chelsea youth teams 11:11 - 11:58 -Standout Chelsea memories 11:58 - 13:28 - Becoming a first team Chelsea player 13:28 - 14:58 - What was Conte like? 14:58 - 16:28 - Injury problems 16:28 - 18:05 - Advice for dealing with setbacks 18:05 - 24:11 - Leverkusen Loan 24:11 - 25:20 - Being in the first XI from an early age 25:20 - 26:02 - Being youngest in the year 26:02 - 29:06 - Leaving Chelsea for Nottingham Forest 29:06 - 30:33 - Transition to Nottingham Forest 30:33 - 32:24 - Dealing with self doubt 32:24 - 33:35 - Inspirational players 33:35 - 34:52 - Most under rated player 34:52 - 35:45 - Hardest player you've played against 32:45 - 36:44 - Advice to younger self 36:44 - 38:15 - Future for Callum Hudson Odoi 38:15 - 38:38 - Outro

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=copy FOLLOW RISING BALLERS 👇 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risingballers/?hl=en-gb TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@risingballers... X: https://twitter.com/RisingBallers_?re... Timestamps👇 00:00 - 02:15 - Intro 02:15 - 03:47 - Childhood & growing up 03:47 - 04:21 - Love of Football 04:21 - 04:55 - Supporting Football Clubs 04:55 - 05:42 - Football as an Outlet 05:42 - 07:48 - Running first business as a teenager 07:48 - 14:34 - Business Career Journey 14:34 - 16:08 - Winning first ever contract and building Ink Global 16:08 - 20:46 - 9/11, Company getting bought, expanding the business 20:46 - 21:40 - Planning to sell the company 21:40- 29:53 - 2008 crisis and making mistakes 29:53 - 33:48 - Issues with Business debt 33:48 - 38:26 - Bouncing back in 2014 38:48 - 39:39 - Selling the company in 2018 39:39 - 49:22 - Covid disaster and bouncing back 49:22 - 01:00:07 - Deciding to retire and buy a football club 01:00:07 - 01:01:23 - Taking over Eastbourne Boro 01:01:23 - 01:17:07 - Injuries and relegation struggles 01:17:07 - 01:22:18 - The Highs of Football 01:22:18 - 01:22:25 - Advice for younger people 01:22:25 - 01:25:27 - Quotes for younger generation 01:25:27 - 01:25:38 - Outro