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Life After Football: Financial Planning Every Player Needs

Life After Football: Financial Planning Every Player Needs

Update: 2025-08-20
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“Why So Many Footballers Go Broke After Retirement”


What happens when the final whistle blows and the paychecks stop? In this episode, we reveal why so many footballers face financial struggles after retirement – and how the smart ones avoid it.


We cover the importance of education, cash flow planning, and building trust with the right advisors. Plus, why personal development during a career can be the key to a secure and stress-free future.


If you care about money, football, or life after the game, this one’s a must-listen.




KEY TAKEAWAYS




  • Importance of education and planning for life after football – how personal development during a career can create long-term security.




  • Financial awareness for footballers – why money management matters no matter how much you earn.




  • Building trust with financial advisors – overcoming bad experiences and finding the right guidance.




  • Cash flow planning for athletes – understanding income and expenses to maintain your lifestyle after retirement.




  • Passion for helping players – how genuine advice, shaped by personal experiences, can protect careers and futures.




BEST MOMENTS




  • "I was always of the mindset of you don't know what is next, you don't know when the injury comes, you don't know when the contract is terminated."




  • “I wish I'd got that advice and started to seek a little bit more of a plan earlier than what I did."




  • "The lack of trust comes from the horror stories that we hear... We need to start highlighting the positive stories."




  • "If any player is listening... ensure that you have some sort of cash flow forecasting for your future."




  • "I need to now make sure that I can be that for these families, for these players, for the football clubs."






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HOST BIO


Right out of the block, David Chimbaza took his International Football Business degree to do exactly what it says on the tin: Launch his own International Football Business, DTCMEDIAUK. His company works with professional leaders & business owners in the football industry to create, monetize & scale their brands for their business & professional gains. Having created and managed multiple of his own sports social media accounts from the age of 15, many of which have scaled thousands of pounds & millions of views across 3 different platforms, David has constantly found ways to bring new and engaging entertainment to his audience.  Now documenting his story of managing his Global business, his experiences in Stewarding, digital management & many more, David will bring you a fresh insight into how anyone can conquer the industry. 



This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

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Life After Football: Financial Planning Every Player Needs

Life After Football: Financial Planning Every Player Needs

David Chimbaza