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#736 | Sir Jim Ratcliffe speaks to Bloomberg, Erik ten Hag speaks to Dutch TV. There was a lot to read into what they said. Then there's an update on the transfer market and some musing about the early-season fixture list. With Ed & Tom.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.

735 | It's FC United of Manchester's 20th season coming up in September so Ed checks in with George Baker, FC fan and former Board member, to talk about how the club is doing and plans for the future. 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.

#734 | Ed and Wayne react to the news that Erik ten Hag will be staying as United manager next season. After a mostly disastrous 2023/24 campaign ended with an FA Cup final win, the club's lengthy review has concluded the Dutchman is the best man for the job. It has been a messy few weeks, but for better or worse United can now move forward.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.

#733 | Ed talks to Harry Robinson, author of the book "The Men Who Made Manchester United" - a deep dive into eight key characters in the development of pre-war United that would define the club for generations to come. You can find Harry on the "Weekly Manchester United podcast", as a contributor to MUTV, and at a match all over the place.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.

#732 | We're firmly in the summer break, with no United game until July 15, so Ed & Tom take listener questions on Erik ten Hag, Ineos's strategy and who should stay/go amongst the playing squad.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.

#731 | In this episode Ed talks with Sam Collins, director of "99" a new three-part documentary on Amazon Prime Video about how the series came about, some of the key storylines, and the personalities involved.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.

#730 | It's been a highly challenging season for United on and off the pitch, but one that saw the emergence of exciting young players and victory in the FA Cup. In this end of season review, an old host returns to review the players, goals and manager (??) of the season.00:00 Introduction and Welcome02:00 Men and Women's FA Cup Victories and Where the Club Goes from Here20:00 Goalkeepers25:00 Defenders36:00 Midfielders1:01:00 Forwards1:19:00 Goal of the Season1:24:00 ManagerIf 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.

#729 | A famous victory over Manchester City at Wembley. Manager Erik ten Hag has been vociferously criticised this season. Any United manager whose team had finished eighth in the Premier League and been dumped out of Europe early would face deep scrutiny. But in the week a major media outlet claimed Ten Hag is toast at United, the Dutchman found a formula to beat Pep Guardiola's financially-doped blues. What a day. What a victory. After so much angst this season, United ended the campaign on a massive high. Ed & Dan celebrate.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.

#728 | Ed & Wayne do everything they can to not preview the FA Cup Final this weekend, by talking about John Terry Day, celebrating the Chelsea captain's slip in the 2008 Champions League final. There's also chat about the new Amazon documentary on United's treble season and a new official United podcast produced by Wayne containing archival audio from the season. Then, inevitably, we have to *look forward* to Saturday's game. 00:00 Introduction and John Terry Day05:00 Mental Health Awareness15:00 1999 Documentary & Podcast42:00 FA Cup FinalIf 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.

#727 | The Premier League season is over and Erik ten Hag's brave boys battled their way to 8th [EIGHTH] place in the table with victory over Brighton on the final day of the league campaign. Glory glory Man United. Elsewhere C*ty secured another gong. Joy. Ed & Dan talk about it some more.00:00 Reflections on C*ty's Success10:00 Assessing United's Performance13:00 The Cup Final26:00 Tuchel's vs Ten Hag vs ...35:00 Changes to VAR40:00 The Challenges of Establishing a Club Style46:00 United's Uphill Battle in the Cup FinalIf 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.

#726 | Ed & Tom review the victory over Newcastle, talk about some emotional player departures from the club, and discuss the evolving manager situation around Europe. There's also a game against Brighton to think about. Can United avoid any new injuries!00:00 Tom's Man Bun & Resignation as a Football Manager03:00 Newcastle Review20:00 Questioning the Coach's Decisions and the Need for Player Fitness27:00 Raphael Varane and Anthony Martial30:00 The Managerial Situation35:00 The Specialness of Manchester United40:00 Managerial Changes Across Europe49:30 Brighton and the Cup FinalIf 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.

#725 United lose to Arsenal at Old Trafford in the Premier League, while the women's team win the FA Cup at Wembley. A mixed bag of performances and results this weekend for Ed & Dan to discuss. For backers, we look back on the Champions League semi-finals and ahead to the final.00:00 Introduction and Week Recap02:00 Lack of Support for Women's Team05:00 Performance of Women's Team and Need for Investment09:00 Player Performances and Potential Departures12:00 Tactical Approach and Defensive Issues23:00 Assessment of Individual Players36:00 Ten Hag's Job Security39:00 Strengthening the Midfield42:00 Complexities of Sport in 202447:00 Importance of Superstar PlayersIf 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 wr

#724 | United get hammered at the Palace as the season winds towards its inevitable, miserable, mid-table finish. United were even worse than expected in south London, and very little faith was held in Erik ten Hag's team prior to the game. The Dutchman has talked an aggressive game in recent weeks. One win in seven says more than the soon-to-be-departed manager ever can. Ed & Dan digest another miserable evening in Unitedland.Backers content is left open this week for everyone - we all need a little bonus after Monday's defeat.00:00 Introduction and Fan Behavior04:30 Manchester United's Poor Performance08:00 The Manager's Decisions27:04 Need for a New Manager?29:00 Squad Changes in the Summer35:00 Upcoming Matches Against Arsenal and Newcastle41:00 Erik ten Hag's Lackluster Interview42:00 Backers ContentIf 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

#723 | Antony scores a fine goal and United chuck away a lead against lowly opposition. Same, not same at Old Trafford. On this evidence, United's season cannot come to an end soon enough. It is a season-long malaise that manager Erik ten Hag has been unable to turn around. Ed & Wayne discuss. 00:00 Introduction 15:00 Disappointing Performance and Lack of Control28:00 Lack of Clarity and Consistency38:00 The Impact of New Financial Rules in the Premier League45:00 Upcoming Player Transfers and Squad Rebuilding at UnitedIf 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.

#722 | Victory over Sheffield United at Old Trafford. Stick your Overlapping Centre-Backs where the sun doesn't shine. United are back, baby. Sixth place ain't gonna win itself, etc and so on. Ed & Dan digest another magnificent night at the Old Trafford thunderdome where captain Bruno Fernandes ensured it wasn't another game of embarrassment.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.

#721 | United beat Coventry in the FA Cup semi-final, but after surrendering a three-goal lead against a Championship team, it feels like a deeply hollow victory. United probably should have been dumped out of the cup and Ten Hag fired on the final whistle but for the most marginal of offside decisions. Ed & Dan discuss another fine day of Man-Yooing. For backers - can United actually beat City in the final?00:00 Introduction and Manchester United's victory17:00 Intense penalty shootout23:00 Controversial offside call and VAR30:00 Challenges with Injuries and Fatigue37:00 Debating the Role of the Manager44:00 Car Update and Upcoming GamesIf 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 Ac

#720 | No midweek game, so Ed & Wayne ponder changes in the media landscape and what it means for coverage of United and the beautiful game more widely. Then there's a look ahead to the weekend's FA Cup Semi-Final against Coventry City at Wembley. Up The Fucking Reds!00:00 Introduction 06:00 Quiet Week in Unitedland13:00 Controversy and Firing of Henry Winter28:00 The Rise of Fan-Produced Content 40:00 Previewing the Manchester United vs Coventry City MatchIf 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.

#719 | United draw at Bournemouth and slip further away from a very unlikely Champions League place. And with Newcastle beating Spurs, United are now seventh and may have to play next season in the ... Europa Conference League. Ed & Dan commiserate.00:00 Introduction 01:00 Enjoying Liverpool's struggles08:00 United's Lack of Cohesion Against Bournemouth31:00 Bruno Fernandes Future51:00 Garnacho's Social Media Likes54:00 Women's Team Makes the FA Cup Final58:00 Anticipating the Match Against Coventry CityIf 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.

#718 | It's a midweek with no European football at United so a chance to take stock on the latest news, take some listener questions and look ahead to United's game with Bournemouth at the weekend. With Ed & Tom.00:00 The State of United05:00 Challenges Faced by Lower League Clubs09:00 Politics and Football15:00 The Departure of John Murtough24:00 Potential Benefits of Finishing Outside the European Spots30:00 Proof of Funds Issue in the Failed Qatari Takeover39:00 Succession Planning at Manchester United44:00 Concerns About United's Lack of Consistency and Potential Mid-Table FinishIf 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.

#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.