#884 | In this crossover episode of 'No Question About That' and 'The Promised Land' Ed chats to Scott Saunders, about a myriad of topics surrounding Manchester United. They address the unbearable summer heat, the impact of losing a close friend and podcast partner, and the challenges of recording content during the noisy summer months. Focus shifts to the football club's difficulties this past year, particularly the struggles with transfers and the inevitable media frenzy. They evaluate the clu...
Jun 30, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 884
#883 | Ed talks to John McNicoll about his new book Wem-ber-lee, which looks back on the pivotal 1989-90 season. They cover the sacking of Ron Atkinson, Ferguson's early managerial struggles, and his job-saving FA Cup run featuring key figures like Lee Martin, Jim Leighton, and Mark Robins. McNicoll shares insights into the team's dynamics, crucial moments, and how this season set the stage for United's future successes. https://www.pitchpublishing.co.uk/shop/wem-ber-lee 00:00 Introduction 00:46...
Jun 27, 2025•52 min
#882 | Ed and Jamie talk about United's finances in this episode of "United Inc," including detailed analysis of the club's cash position, revealing a precarious situation compared to a few years ago. They also discuss the complexities and delays in player exits, including Marcus Rashford, Anthony, and Jadon Sancho, and the financial strategies underpinning these moves. The conversation extends to the broader market, touching on other clubs’ financial maneuvers, sell-on clauses, and implications...
Jun 25, 2025•54 min•Ep. 882
No Question About That is the original independent fan-published podcast covering Manchester United. Hosted by Ed, with contributions from Dan, Tom, Wayne, Dharnish, Jamie, Adam, Dominic and Isabel. NQAT covers the latest games, news, business, politics and fan culture at the world’s best supported club. There are two main shows each week, a tactics show and a football finance show, with the occasional interview to spice things up. For backers on Patreon and Apple Podcasts we produce NQAT Extra ...
Jun 25, 2025•1 min
#881 | Ed and Adam discuss United's approach to buying a striker in transfer window, ticket prices, fixtures and more changes in the academy set up. United face a significant challenge adding to the squad this summer with complex negotiations happening for Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo, while the club reportedly looks at alternatives to Liam Delap and Viktor Gyokeres. In what order should the club prioritise different positions while navigating a tight budget? Off the pitch recent ticket pricing chan...
Jun 19, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 881
#880 | Ed and Dharnish discuss United's upcoming tactical shifts given three (potential) new signings coming on board including Matteus Cunha, Bryan Mbuemo, and Viktor Gyökeres. They highlight the need for better progression out of defence and the tactical roles of new and existing players in Ruben Amorim's second season. The conversation also touches on the financial aspects of transfers and the necessity of selling some current players to balance the books. 00:00 Introduction 02:59 Discussing ...
Jun 11, 2025•48 min•Ep. 880
#879 | Ed and Jamie (aka Sub-Prime Goals) analyse Manchester United's latest Q3 financial report. They discuss the positive outcomes, including a 22% reduction in wages and the impact of key player transfers on the club’s finances. The discussion also covers the restructuring process led by Sir Jim Ratcliffe, potential summer transfers, and the implications of the financial shifts for next season. 📖 CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction and Overview 01:21 Financial Restructuring and Impact 05:29 Player W...
Jun 07, 2025•47 min•Ep. 879
#878 | Ed and Dominic discuss the whirlwind start to Manchester United's transfer window amidst the backdrop of the FIFA Club World Cup. They analyse the confirmed signing of Matteus Cunha from Wolves for £62.5 million, breaking down the financial structuring of the deal and his potential impact on the team. They analyse Bryan Mbeuno's potential signature and dive into potential exits, including scenarios surrounding Rashford, Garnacho, Antony and Sancho. They debate the broader implications of ...
Jun 04, 2025•55 min•Ep. 878
#877 | Ed and Wayne skip the usual NQAT awards ceremony and dive into the end-of-season mailbag instead. Bruno Fernandes was Player of the Year, obviously. THat's all. Answering questions from listeners, they discuss the club's financial struggle and speculate about the complexities of offloading unwanted players. Concerns over failed transfers, management inefficiencies, and the club's declining global brand are also highlighted. Questions also dive into historical failures in recruitment and p...
May 29, 2025•57 min•Ep. 877
#876 | Ed and Dan discuss the final game of the season against Aston Villa, closing out a dreadful season on a win. They reflect on personal travel anecdotes and quirky encounters in Bilbao and then shift focus to United's post-season activity with heavy turnover among players expected. First victim: Alejandro Garnacho, fired by Ruben Amorim in front of the squad this week. 📖 CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 00:42 Travel Stories 02:34 Match Analysis: United vs Villa 09:06 Transfer Market and Future ...
May 25, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 876
#875 | Ed and Jamie talk about financial implications of missing out on the Champions League, which means a substantial drop in revenue/opportunity lost, more cost management, and an impact on the summer transfer window. They assess the potential of a transfer strategy heavily reliant on cost-effective signings and youth development. Possible player sales and financial maneuvers, including the women's team valuation and a contentious post-season tour, are examined for their roles in stabilising ...
May 23, 2025•42 min•Ep. 875
#874 | Ed and Paul discuss United's disappointing performance in defeat to Spurs in the Europa League final. The conversation touches on what this defeat means financially and strategically amid the club's worst season in decades. The conversation dives into the players' performances, the challenges faced by manager Ruben Amorim, and the potential impact on this summer's transfer strategy. They reflect on the broader implications for the club given the highly competitive nature of the Premier Le...
May 22, 2025•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 874
#873 | Ed, Dharnish and Daniel focus on the upcoming Europa League final, discussing the various tactical setups and player selections for United and Tottenham Hotspur. They deliberate formations and likely tactical strategies, touching on Ruben Amorim's choices and approaches. The hosts speculate about possible starting lineups, the importance of the match in the context of a future rebuild, and provide their score predictions for the final. 📖 CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 01:51 United's Strateg...
May 20, 2025•36 min•Ep. 873
#872 | Ed and Dominic look forward to the Europa League final in Bilbao, where United and Spurs face off for an oversized trophy and a place in next season's Champions League. For the Reds this is a path to growth and redemption; an accelerant to Ruben Amorim's faltering time in charge. Defeat will leave the club £100m short in the summer transfer market and without any European football next season. The game's importance really cannot be overstated. 📖 CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 04:10 Logistic...
May 19, 2025•53 min•Ep. 872
#871 | Ed and Dharnish discuss United's disappointing 18th league defeat of the season away at Chelsea. They reflect on the team's poor performance and the many struggles faced this season. With the Europa Final on Thursday, the conversation turns to the potential consequences if United don't beat Tottenham in Bilbao... and the opportunities if they do. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts S...
May 17, 2025•43 min•Ep. 871
#870 | In this episode Jamie and Ed dive into the financial implications of the Glazer family's 20-year ownership of Manchester United. Discussing the history of the Glazer takeover, they address the massive increase in club revenue alongside the burdensome debt and the ongoing expenses, including interest payments, management fees, and dividends. The conversation covers the role of media in explaining the takeover, analyses United's commercial, broadcast, and match day revenues, and considers t...
May 15, 2025•53 min•Ep. 870
#869 | Ed and Isabel assess the current squad, who needs to leave, who's definitely staying and what might be needed in the summer. They review the performance of the goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and forwards, debating which players are definite starters, which should be kept as squad members, and who should be let go. The conversation covers potential transfers, the strengths and weaknesses of various players, and the strategic needs for strengthening the team. 📖 CHAPTERS 00:00 Introdu...
May 13, 2025•39 min•Ep. 869
#868 | This was once a proud club for whom finishing third was a disaster. Now each week brings a new defeat and a shrug of the shoulders. Defeat to West Ham is bad enough, but the thing about giving up on the league is that Ruben Amorim is losing credibility by the week. Everything - the whole season and a few years to come - is on the Europa League final but if United lose that the manager will have less than zero bank of credit available and once again the club will be in the situation of hav...
May 11, 2025•52 min•Ep. 868
#867 | Ed and Dharnish analyse United's victory over Athletic Bilbao that secured their place in the Europa League final. They discuss the emotional impact of the team's performance, key players and their contributions, and debate tactical decisions made by Ruben Amorim that turned the game around. In the context of the season, this was a massive victory even if the team only really started playing after the hour mark. What will the final against Tottenham look like? Finally, a very brief previe...
May 09, 2025•52 min•Ep. 867
#866 | Ed and Dominic discuss the current state of Manchester United's wingback positions. They explore the diverse pool of players available, including Diogo Dalot, Amad Diallo, Luke Shaw, Patrick Dorgu, Noussair Mazraoui and emerging talents. The conversation dives into the feasibility of strengthening the wingback position in the summer transfer window, considering both the financial constraints and the need for versatile players who can adapt to various roles. They also touch upon United's b...
May 07, 2025•37 min•Ep. 866
#865 | Ed and Jamie (aka Subprime Goals) dive into a wide range of football finance topics concerning Manchester United, including the Women's Team's qualification for the Champions League. The discussion then shifts to Jim Ratcliffe's potential sale of OGC Nice and what it means for United's financing. They also explore the implications of the upcoming Club World Cup and how lucrative it could be for participating clubs. Finally, they review transfer possibilities for United, considering the fi...
May 06, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 865
#864 | Defeat to Brentford. United's focus may be on progress in the Europa League but this was a reminder of the team's lack of physicality. Despite scoring first through Mason Mount, United went on to concede some basic goals as Brentford bullied Ruben Amorim at set pieces and from wide areas all afternoon. United were much-changed but some very familiar weaknesses were on show. Ed and Dan review the afternoon's action and then look forward to Athletic Bilbao's visit to Old Trafford on Thursda...
May 04, 2025•52 min•Ep. 864
#863 | Ed and Dharnish conduct a tactical debrief of United's victory over Athletic Club. They discuss the significant victory and dissect the tactical nuances that led to United's success. The conversation explores the team's pressing issues, the first 30 minutes of the game, and key performances from players like Casimiro, Fernandes, Maguire and Garnacho. There's also a discussion around future roles for Mason Mount and Kobbie Mainoo. We end with a mini look ahead to a potential final against ...
May 02, 2025•37 min•Ep. 863
#862 | Ed and Wayne celebrate Manchester United's 3-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao in the Europa League. We expected a tough night but instead, led by the irrepressible Bruno Fernandes, Harry Maguire's sublime dribbling skills and Casimiro's renaissance, United secured a memorable victory. What a night! The hosts also talk about the implications of victory, which leaves United on the verge of another Europa League final - tp be played in the same San Mames stadium. 📖 CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction...
May 02, 2025•57 min•Ep. 862
#861 | Ed, Daniel and Dharnish, preview the upcoming match between Athletic Bilbao and Manchester United. The discussion opens with concerns about Bilbao's tactical prowess under coach Ernesto Valverde and their formidable home record. The team breaks down Athletic Bilbao's flexible 4-2-3-1 system, highlighting their compact defense and explosive attack, particularly focusing on key players like the Williams brothers and their pressing strategies. The conversation shifts to potential weaknesses ...
Apr 29, 2025•35 min•Ep. 861
#860 | Ed and Dan dive into United's recent match against Bournemouth, where Rasmus Højlund scored a late goal to avoid yet another defeat. There's analysis of the latest transfer moves with a deal for Matteus Cunha seemingly sealed by the club. What does it mean for Højlund, Alejandro Garnacho and Robbie Mainoo? There's some chat about another classic United defensive mistake, the many chances missed, and some controversial incidents. The conversation then shifts to the upcoming Europa League m...
Apr 27, 2025•53 min•Ep. 860
#859 | Ed and Dominic dive into United's future, answering questions from listeners. They discuss transfer priorities, highlighting the need for a new striker, a number 10, and midfield reinforcements. The conversation navigates through potential signings, positional needs, and the complexities surrounding squad building. The hosts also consider manager Ruben Amorim's future, stressing the importance of giving him time despite current challenges. The episode further touches on the Glazer family'...
Apr 24, 2025•47 min•Ep. 859
#858 | Ed and Daniel discuss the latest striker options for Manchester United, focusing on Matteus Cunha, Liam Delap and Victor Osimhen's potential fit for the team. They analyse the current speculation around Cunha's desire to join United and the team's need for a proficient forwards. The conversation also touches on current players like Rashford, Sancho, and Antony, as well as the potential financial maneuvers the club might need to undertake. The discussion ends with thoughts on integrating y...
Apr 23, 2025•35 min•Ep. 858
#857 | Ed and Isabel discuss the current state of United under manager Ruben Amorim. They explore the team's mediocre Premier League performance, hope for success in the Europa League, and the role of fan support. The conversation dives into why fans are still backing Amorim despite poor results and why the club needs to back the manager with summer signings that fit Amorim's tactical system. 💸 SPONSORS NordVPN - You can take advantage of our Exclusive NordVPN deal including four months free on...
Apr 22, 2025•31 min•Ep. 857
#856 | Defeat to Wolves at home - a 15th Premier League loss of the season. Pre-season vibes. Six starting players 22 or under. There wasn't the intensity or passion of United's victory over Lyon in midweek, nor could we expect there to be. Ruben Amorim rested most of his key players with all eyes on that May 1st game against Athletic Bilbao. Ed and Tom review a match that was dominated by context. 📖 CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 00:58 Match Analysis: United vs Wolves 06:32 Hojlund's Struggles 11...
Apr 21, 2025•57 min•Ep. 856
