About this episode

Paul Pogba opens up about his career, personal struggles, and the pressures of playing for Manchester United in a candid conversation with Rio Ferdinand.

This is Paul Pogba like you’ve never seen him before. In one of his most open and honest conversations, Pogba sits down with Rio Ferdinand to talk through the moments that defined his career and the personal struggles that shaped the person behind the player. From growing up at Manchester United’s academy alongside (and fighting) Ravel Morrison, to learning from legends like Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes and Rio himself, Pogba reveals what it really took to survive in one of football’s most demanding environments - and why he felt he had to leave when he did. He opens up on the reality of his second spell at Manchester United, the pressure of his world-record transfer fee, the lack of clarity or plan for his role in the team, and why he believes the environment at the club made it difficult to succeed. Pogba reveals that he did not know who Graeme Souness was until Rio gave him some detail on his career and achievements within the game which prompts a fascinating discussion about how he felt the media misunderstood him. But this conversation goes far deeper than football. Pogba speaks candidly about family issues, betrayal, and the emotional toll it took on him and those closest to…

People in this episode

Host: Rio Ferdinand

Guest: Paul Pogba

Topics covered

• career struggles
• football pressure
• personal challenges
• family issues
• media perception
• Manchester United

Keywords

• Paul Pogba
• Manchester United
• football pressure
• family issues
• career struggles
• media perception
• Ravel Morrison
• Ryan Giggs
• Graeme Souness

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Manchester United

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