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#717 | United earn a draw against Liverpool to dent the Scousers' title hopes. United will take that from a game that could have got away from the team in the first half. Ed & Dan discuss the game and the two moments of brilliance that secured a point. For backers we look ahead to the Champions League quarter-finals.If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. We do a bonus show and a tactical review every week for backers.No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#716 | Defeat snatched from the jaws of victory at Stamford Bridge. Just when we thought we'd seen he most braindead performance of the season, Erik ten Hag's men come up with a new low. What a miserable way to lose a game, even if a spot in next season's Champions League had probably already escaped the club. Ed & Wayne review an error-strewn performance in London, try and set the game in a wider context and look forward - if that's the right word - to United vs. Liverpool on Sunday.00:00 Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Presence05:00 Effort vs. Quality09:00 Pattern of Conceding Goals15:00 Desperate Decisions by Ten Hag21:00 Rashford's Ineffectiveness24:00 Comparisons to Past Managers27:00 INEOS's Wider Influence31:00 Conceding Late Goals and a Lack of Progress35:00 Frustration with Decisions39:00 Lack of Communal Pride44:00 Manager Under Pressure53:00 Doubts about United's Chances Against LiverpoolIf you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon

#715 | United left Brentford with a point, probably should have taken all three after scoring late, but deserved absolutely nothing after another abject performance. Almost two years on from United's drubbing at the same ground has the team and Ten Hag progressed at all? Ed & Dan discuss a game that brought everybody back down to earth and then look ahead to Chelsea on Thursday night. 00:00 Introduction and Dinner Conversation01:00 Daniel's Car Troubles09:00 Passion and Desire13:00 Conceding Goals and Lack of Quality Chances16:00 Ten Hag's Press Conference21:00 Potential Replacements for Ten Hag22:00 Southgate26:00 Poor Performance and Lack of Consequences27:00 Team Selection28:00 Budget and Financial Considerations29:00 Player Performances and Potential Signings31:00 Mason Mount34:00 Budget and FFP Implications38:00 Striker Options and Recruitment41:00 In Memory of Mark KirschnerIf you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page.

#714 | It was international week, with some pointless friendlies, some important qualifies and lots of curious fixtures around the world. England's games were not the pick of the bunch, but Kobbie Mainoo stood out on his international debut. Ed & Tom look back on Mainoo's impressive start to his international career and then ahead to Brentford at the weekend.00:00 International Football and Qualifiers03:00 Kobbie Mainoo's England Performance07:00 Potential Weaknesses and Hype14:00 Competition and Squad Selection17:00 Rashford's Performance for England18:00 Harry Maguire's England Chances20:00 Christian Eriksen's Lack of Gametime22:00 Ronaldo's Behavior23:00 Gibraltar and Argentina24:00 Garnacho's Performance for Argentina27:00 Preview: Manchester United vs Brentford30:00 Brentford's Performance and League Position33:00 Scott McTominay's Role in Midfield36:00 Manchester United Women's Team40:00 Patreon Bonus PodIf you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check

Welcome to the inaugural edition of the NQAT Backers' Tactics Podcast. This episode is presented on the main feed as a preview of what our patrons can expect. Our supporters at www.patreon.com/NQATpod are treated to an exclusive weekly show that delves into a pertinent issue of the week. We are delighted to introduce a weekly Tactics Podcast to our offering. Each Monday, for 20-30 minutes, we will explore the tactical strategies employed by United in their recent matches, featuring guest host Darnish Iqbal.Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#713 | Sir Jim joined the Gereint Thomas Cycling Club podcast to talk about his sporting philosophy and journey in sailing, cycling, F1 and football. Is offered yet more detail on his plans for Manchester United. Ed & Wayne analyse the interview, still basking in the glow of Sunday's victory over Liverpool. For backers we think about what a 'club style' might mean for United.00:00 Celebrating the Historic Victory Over Liverpool06:00 The Comfort and Clarity of Jim Ratcliffe16:00 The Challenge of Being Manchester United Owner25:00 Speculation about Gareth Southgate26:00 Backing Ten Hag31:00 Playing Style and Plan for the Future39:00 Promotion of Kobbie Mainoo to England SquadIf you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. We do a bonus show and a tactical review every week for backers.No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rat

#712 This is football. United win it in extra time and book a place in the FA Cup Semi Final. Some heroic performances and a lot spirit take the reds through. Ed & Dan revel in a magical afternoon at Old Trafford.00:00 Introduction and Game Recap01:00 Tactics and Heart of the Players06:00 Klopp's Interview and Personalities08:00 McTominay's Performance11:00 Wan Bissaka and Kobi Mainoo's Contributions13:00 Champions League Qualification23:00 Anthony's Performance26:00 The Chaos and Wild Tactics28:00 Goalkeeping Analysis29:00 Amad's Role32:00 Resilience and Winning Mentality34:00 The Right Manager for the Style37:00 Bruno Fernandes' Impact41:00 Marcus Rashford's Performance45:00 The International Break51:00 Jordan Henderson's Selection53:00 Mainoo's Potential ExperienceIf you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. We do a bonus show and a tactical review every week for backers.No Question About That is available on YouTube,&nb

#711 United have a midweek off so the back pages are full of speculation about potential departures this summer, including stories on Antony, Jadon Sancho, and Mason Greenwood. Meanwhile, Mason Mount looks set to return to the squad after a lengthy absence. Ed & Tom digest all the latest news. Then there's controversy surround Jamie Carragher and Mark Goldbridge, two divisive media characters. Finally, a look ahead to Liverpool in the FA Cup.00:00 Introduction03:00 United's Finances and Debt07:00 Regeneration Project around Old Trafford10:00 United's Summer Transfer Plans26:00 Ryan Giggs' Appointment at Salford29:00 Premier League's Deal with the EFL43:00 Issues with Fan Media49:00 Jamie Carragher56:00 Liverpool Preview01:00 Closing RemarksIf you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, le

#710 United beat Everton at Old Trafford to (just about) stay in the hunt for a Champions League place following two penalties from Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford. This was far from a vintage performance from United, who once again let a poor quality opposition rack-up more than 20 shots. Ed & Dan look back on a much needed victory, talk about the Old Trafford regeneration taskforce, and look ahead to Liverpool in the Cup. For backers, we look at the title race.00:00 Introduction01:00 Dan's Birthday Clubbing04:00 Discussion on Onana06:00 Penalty Taking and Rashford's Confidence09:00 Evaluation of Manchester United's Midfield11:00 Team Spirit12:00 Potential Signings15:00 Amadou Onana24:00 Manchester United's Tactics27:00 Defending Bruno Fernandes32:00 Potential Defensive Signings36:00 Branthwaite's Performance38:00 Old Trafford Regeneration Task Force43:00 Future of Old Trafford55:00 Previewing the FA Cup Match against Liverpool60:00 Announcing Additional Content for BackersIf you are interested in su

#709 No midweek match with something called the "Champions League" happening. Ed & Wayne have better things to discuss, including taking stock of where United are at a few days after the derby, looking at the upcoming operational changes at the club, and talking about Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's interview with Gary Neville, Roy Keane et al on The Overlap. There's also a game against Everton to preview.00:00 Introduction01:00 Football Shirts09:00 Post City Reflections23:00 Nostalgia for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer31:00 Misallocation of Funds and Squad Needs34:00 Pogba's Ban and Disappointing Career37:00 Everton Preview54:00 WrapIf you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#708 Expected defeat in the derby, but at least United made a fist of it for an hour. Then came City's goal, Ten Hag's weird substitutions and some questionable refereeing. Ed & Dan digest an 11th Premier League defeat of the season - one that leaves the club 11 points off certain qualification for the Champions League. For Patreon backers: Marcus Rashford, his article in the Players Tribune and the pile on.0 Introduction and Personal Updates1 Daniel's Experience at Forest Game with his dad4 Transition to Football Discussion5 Review of Manchester Derby9 Rashford's Goal10 De Bruyne's Hair12 Referee Decisions14 AFC Wimbledon's Goal Celebration16 United's Chances of Qualifying for Champions League29 Financial Challenges30 Uncertainty about the Manager for Next Season31 Potential Candidates37 The Impact of Klopp Leaving Liverpool40 Ten Hag's Performance and Potential Replacements41 Injuries and Medical Issues45 Role of Bruno Fernandes 53 Potential Players from the Bundesliga55 WrapIf you are intereste

#707 United beat Nottingham Forest in the FA Cup with a late headed goal. Could it be the strike that saves Erik ten Hag's job? Perhaps if United make it all the way to the Cup final. Ed & Wayne digest the game and then look forward to City at the weekend.If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#706 United lose at home to Fulham and despite many lows this season, this was one of the most dispiriting defeats. Has Erik ten Hag learned nothing from 15 defeats in all competitions this season? And with Ten Hag asking people to look at the big picture, does the Dutchman realise United's future may not include him should the season end without trophies and Champions League football. Ed & Dan ask the questions and then look ahead to Forest in the Cup. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#705 Sir Jim Ratcliffe's partial takeover of Manchester United is complete, with the INEOS founder having secured just over 27% of the club. Ed & Tom talk about the new dawn at United, Ratcliffe's rapid moves to improve football operations and plans for Old Trafford's development. Then there's the weekend game against Fulham to preview. For backers, we look at Marcus Rashford's future, with a move to PSG being touted in the press.If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#704 Victory over Luton followed a now familiar pattern, with Erik ten Hag's side unable to produce a controlled performance despite scoring twice in the opening minutes. Rasmus Hojlund's double gave United the best possible start, but slowly Luton got back into the game and came close to pulling off an unlikely draw. Ed & Dan dig into another curious performance. Then there's further movement in the backroom, with reports that United are looking to hire both Dan Ashworth and Jason Wilcox into a revamped football operations department.00:00 Luton 1, United 205:00 United's Performance and Style of Play10:00 Ten Hag's End Goal13:00 Bruno Fernandes19:00 Raphael Varane's Performance23:00 Luton's Performance25:00 Kobbie Mainoo27:00 Ross Barkley's Improvement32:00 Harry Maguire's Performance34:00 Referee Decisions and VAR39:00 Hojlund's Brilliant Goals42:00 United's Improved Goal Scoring47:00 Negotiations and Speculations on Backroom Staff49:00&nb

#703 United score late to beat Aston Villa at Villa Park. It was no vintage performance from Ten Hag's team, but once again Scott McTominay scored a crucial goal. With United now just six points off the Champions League places, are Ten Hag's team coming into some form at just the right time? Ed & Dan discuss victory in Birmingham and then look forward to next weekend's game against Luton. For backers, we go deep on Rasmus Hojlund, a player who is growing by the week.00:00 United's recent form06:18 Improved team spirit and mentality13:54 McTominay's role and impact15:27 Bruno Fernandes' creativity16:35 Defensive issues and Lindelof's performance20:00 The need for a new defensive midfielder23:02 United's chances of finishing in the top four25:13 Improvements in United's attacking play27:16 Consistency and scoring goals30:05 Dalot's progress and potential38:25 The importance of developing young players43:09 Luton Town and Promotion Teams45:08 Luton's Progress and Relegation Battle46:16 Luton vs. Manchest

#702 No midweek game, but plenty to talk about as usual at Manchester United. Commemorations took place this week to mark the anniversary of the Munich crash, with partial new owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe in attendance for the first time. There's a report that the new INEOS team is looking at paths to redevelop or rebuild Old Trafford. And finally there's a game against Aston Villa at the weekend. With Ed & Wayne.00:00 Introduction03:02 Munich Commemorations10:22 INEOS Ownership and Stadium Vision13:45 Debt and Financing Options19:04 Logic vs. Sentiment: Refurbish or Build New28:37 Preserving History in a New Stadium36:59 Government Involvement in Football Finance41:08 Aston Villa Preview45:04 Concerns about Martinez's Absence46:16 Improved Form of Rasmus Hojlund50:27 The Importance of Team Cohesion51:24 The Need for Marcus Rashford's Scoring52:23 Memorable Games at Villa Park56:04 Anticipated Changes at Manchester UnitedIf you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes,

#701. United secure a comfortable victory over David Moyes' West Ham at Old Trafford. Is this finally the turning point? Two goals from Alejandro Garnacho and another from Rasmus Hojlund set United up for a crucial three points. But will Lisandro Martinez injury cast a shadow over a decent performance? Ed & Dan discuss all the fallout. For backers, we talk about the players most likely to leave the club this summer.00:00 Introduction and David Moyes' Record01:02 Manchester United's Performance02:11 Injuries and Fitness Concerns06:27 Diogo Dalot's Performance08:22 Mason Greenwood's Form and Potential Sale09:15 Raphael Varane and Casemiro's Performances11:23 The Importance of Experience in the Squad12:44 Potential Transfers in the Summer25:22 Balancing the Team and Potential Signings28:09 Erik ten Hag's Transfer Influence32:46 Building Team Spirit35:21 The Role of Onana, Lisandro, and Mainoo in build-up37:53 Upcoming Changes in Management39:24 The Impact of INEOS Partial Takeover41:14 Transfer Needs42:04 As

#700. It's normally the worst game of the season, but somehow United v Wolves turned into a barnstormer, with Kobbie Mainoo enforcing his growing reputation as one of the finest young players in the country. Ed & Tom review a chaotic fixture, praise Mainoo, and ask whether Erik ten Hag's team has finally turned a corner. Then there's a review of the transfer window and a preview of United's weekend game against West Ham at Old Trafford.00:00 United 4, Wolves 3: A Surprising Game00:50 United's Best Performance of the Season02:10 United's Chance for Champions League Qualification03:09 Impressive Performances by Individual Players04:40 Missed Opportunities and Defensive Vulnerabilities07:27 Marcus Rashford's Inconsistency and Redemption08:34 Rashford's Motivation for the Euros09:06 Comparing Rashford's Actions to Other Players11:28 The Importance of Luke Shaw's Presence16:13 Frustrations with VAR19:02 United's Missed Chances and Game Management22:09 Scott McTominay's Goal-Scoring Ability25:09 Kobbie Mainoo's

#699. United beat Newport in the FA Cup, but there was little satisfaction to take away from the game after Ten Hag's side gave up a two goal lead. With almost his full-strength side out, why isn't it better than this? Ed & Dan discuss. Then there's a preview of Wolves on Thursday night. For backers, we look back on Jurgen Klopp's legacy at Liverpool.00:00 Introduction00:41 Discussion of United v Newport03:04 Analysis of Manchester United's Performance05:22 Concerns about Marcus Rashford's Behaviour07:41 Evaluation of Manchester United's Progress09:08 Possible Managerial Changes12:09 Discussion of Players' Performances14:21 Evaluation of Midfield Combinations16:18 Upcoming Fixtures and Squad Rotation20:13 Review of Newport Match and Substitutions23:10 Discussion of Ten Hag's Behavior and Future25:19 Evaluation of Potential Managerial Candidates28:26 Discussion of Managerial Changes at Other Clubs30:34 Preview of Wolves Match35:05 Possible Absence of Marcus Rashford37:08 Transfer Window and Potential Outgo