Rob Smethurst: From Pub Talk to Club Owner, Savage Exit & BBC Plans?!

This week on More Than a Match, we sit down with Macclesfield FC owner Rob Smethurst — and hear the unbelievable story of how a 4-day drinking session led to him buying a football club.

Rob opens up about Robbie Savage’s shock departure from the club, whether there’s any bad blood left, and how it all unfolded behind the scenes.

We also discuss the appointment of new manager John Rooney, the club’s bold ambitions for the upcoming season, and how Rob is reshaping Macclesfield on and off the pitch — from elite-level facilities to major community impact.

This one’s full of wild stories, honest reflections, and big plans ahead.

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.

• No. of episodes: 21
• Latest episode: 2025-07-24
• Sports

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