#766 Now that was some Ruud football. United thrash Leicester in the League Cup and Old Trafford loved it. For the first time in what feels like a lifetime, we enjoyed the football and could feel good about being United fans again. It's temporary and we can't read much into one game but Ed and Tom are feeling joyous about it anyway. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscriptions. We do a...
Nov 01, 2024•52 min•Ep. 766
#765 Emergency Pod: Erik ten Hag has been sacked as manager of Manchester United, with Ruud van Nistelrooy place in interim charge. Ed and Dan react to the news and speculate about what might come next. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscriptions. 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...
Oct 28, 2024•32 min•Ep. 765
#764 Defeat to West Ham leaves Erik ten Hag on the brink once again. Yet, it was also a chaotic game in which United created a fistful of chances, gave up all momentum and lost because of one of the most ridiculous VAR penalty decisions you could ever see. Ed and Wayne try and largely fail to make any sense of it all. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscriptions. We do a bonus show and...
Oct 27, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 764
#763 José Mourinho was sent off but it was the most chaotic moment of an otherwise low-quality game in the Europa League. United are up to *checks notes* 21st in the league. Top top top stuff Reds. It's one win in seven for Erik ten Hag's side. Ed and Tom talk about the good and bad from another trip to Turkey without a victory and then look ahead to West Ham at the weekend. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscri...
Oct 25, 2024•51 min•Ep. 763
#762 Victory over Brentford and, in the second half at least, a decent performance from United. But once again Erik ten Hag's tactics come under question. Did it really take a sense of injustice to inspire this team, or did the manager make an important half-time adjustment? Ed and Dan discuss and then look ahead to United's trip to Turkey in the Europa League. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Po...
Oct 20, 2024•46 min•Ep. 762
Wayne has a new book out in the spring looking at that perpetual topic of debate: Manchester United’s identity. The new book “Football Taught By Matt Busby” contains newly unearthed images of Sir Matt Busby as well as interviews with Busby, Sir Alex Ferguson, and other key figures in Manchester United’s history. How did United become the global behemoth it is? And how and why did Busby take the club to the summit of the game – and build an empire that lasted for decades? Ed and Wayne talked abou...
Oct 11, 2024•45 min
#761 United's new executive team met at the INEOS HQ in London. They talked about stuff. It may have included Erik ten Hag's future but they're not telling anybody just yet. Ed and Wayne discuss this and many other important topics. So there you have it. You can find Wayne's latest book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Football-Taught-Busby-Wayne-Barton/dp/1916811248/ If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on App...
Oct 09, 2024•54 min•Ep. 761
#760 Erik ten Hag got what he planned for - a bore draw at Aston Villa. United cut down on the chaos and on the entertainment. Is this enough to keep Ten Hag in a job? Ed and Dan conclude that it shouldn't but just might. There's a club executive meeting scheduled for Tuesday so watch this space. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscriptions. We do a bonus show and a tactical review eve...
Oct 06, 2024•40 min•Ep. 760
#759 United threw away a two-goal lead in Porto to leave Estádio do Dragão with only a point from the Europa League match. But the result is only part of the conversation after another chaotic, messy and incoherent performance from Erik ten Hag's team. Ed and Tom discuss just how long the Dutchman has left in the job and then look forward to a difficult game against Aston Villa this weekend. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreo...
Oct 04, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 759
#758 Another home game in the Premier League, another hammering. It's not looking good for Erik ten Hag. United were shambolic from the start against an energetic Spurs side. Bruno's red card didn't help, but the game felt lost long before the dismissal. Now United must pick up again. Ed and Dan ask how it came to this and look ahead to the Europa League fixtures against Porto on Thursday. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon ...
Sep 30, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 758
#757 United started the Europa League campaign with a frustrating draw against FC Twente at Old Trafford. There were moments of quality but also some very familiar weaknesses. Ed and Wayne review the game and discuss just how damaging the result could be. Then, there is breaking news regarding Manchester City's case against the Premier League's 'Associated Party Transactions' rules and a game against Spurs to preview. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more...
Sep 26, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 757
#756 Are we seeing something approaching the final form of Erik ten Hag's side? It looked like it for about 45 minutes against Crystal Palace on Saturday. And then the team lost its shape and came away from south London without three points. Ed and Dan look back on the good and the bad from Palace away then think about United's upcoming Europa League match against FC Twente. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscri...
Sep 22, 2024•57 min•Ep. 756
#755 United thrash Barnsley 7-0 in the League Cup. It was Erik ten Hag's biggest win. The largest victory for United in the League Cup. And a repeat of victory over the same side, by the same scoreline in 1997. Ed and Wayne enjoy a night of many plusses. Then there's a game against Crystal Palace at the weekend to preview. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscriptions. We do a bonus sho...
Sep 18, 2024•52 min•Ep. 755
#754 United beat Southampton on the South Coast and it was pretty easy. What witchcraft is this? Ed and Dan discuss United's 3-0 win, pick out the best performances and ask whether the team has turned the page. Then there's Barnsley in the League Cup on Tuesday night. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscriptions. We do a bonus show and a tactical review every week for backers. No Quest...
Sep 15, 2024•46 min•Ep. 754
#753 The International break is over and United get back to playing football at the weekend. Can Erik ten Hag's team arrest an alarming start to the season? Ed and Tom ask the question. There's a look at Angel Gomes' international debut and then some discussion around United's shockingly poor financial results. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscriptions. We do a bonus show and a tact...
Sep 12, 2024•59 min•Ep. 753
#752 It's international week and while the English media were obsessed with the national anthem, Ed and Wayne enjoyed a return for a former United academy prospect. Meanwhile, at United there are changes in the backroom staff and Wayne has a book recommendation, among other ramblings. Enjoy. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscriptions. We do a bonus show and a tactical review every we...
Sep 08, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 752
#751 Smashed at home by Liverpool with sloppy passing, erratic defending, an inconsistent press and a wide-open midfield. Where have we seen this before? Then a performance for the ages from Casemiro, a magnificent player now well past his sell-by date. Ed and Dan dissect yet another humbling performance under Erik ten Hag. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscriptions. We do a bonus sh...
Sep 01, 2024•54 min•Ep. 751
#750 United's new management team enters the final few days of the transfer window closing deals for Manuel Ugarte, Scott McTominay, Jadon Sancho, and Hannibal Mejbri ... and there's ongoing speculation about Raheem Sterling and Ivan Toney. Ed and Tom discuss. Then there's the game against Liverpool on Sunday. Can United bounce back from defeat to Brighton or will the pressure ramp up on Erik ten Hag? If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out ...
Aug 29, 2024•56 min•Ep. 750
#749 Defeat on the south coast yet again. It was a familiar result against a team that has beaten Erik ten Hag's team repeatedly in recent years. There were also a series of familiar failings - in the tactical approach, individual errors and bizarre subs. Ed and Dan discuss the game and Scott McTominay's likely departure to Napoli. 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 f...
Aug 25, 2024•49 min•Ep. 749
#748 United face Brighton at the Amex Stadium this weekend, a ground where the Reds have come unstuck in pretty embarrassing fashion. Can Ten Hag's new look team succeed where it has failed in the recent past? Ed & Wayne preview the game, look at ongoing transfer market activity and wonder wtf is going on with the language of football. 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 ever...
Aug 22, 2024•51 min
#747 United beat Fulham at Old Trafford through a late Joshua Zirkzee goal. This was no vintage United performance, but victory was merited. Ed & Dan break down the performance and enjoy a debut goal from the club's new Dutch striker. 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 podc...
Aug 18, 2024•46 min•Ep. 747
#746 United open up the Premier League season against Fulham at Old Trafford. There are some new faces available, but injuries and absentees to contend with. Ed & Dan discuss. Then there's a new contract for Bruno Fernandes, reward for giving his best years to United. 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, A...
Aug 14, 2024•38 min•Ep. 746
#745 United lost a penalty shoot out against City at Wembley but there were plenty of positives to take away form a second strong performance in a row against 115 FC. Ed & Wayne digest all the action from the Community Shield and wonder whether Erik ten Hag's plan against City can translate to a season to come. Then there's transfer talk, with Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui United-bound. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out ou...
Aug 11, 2024•56 min•Ep. 745
#744 It's a new season, but United are starting with some familiar problems - injuries, uncertainty and a big fat hole in midfield. But with all the executive and coaching positions filled, United should be in a better position to succeed than at any time in the past decade. Ed & Dan discuss the potential for the campaign to come. 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 wee...
Aug 08, 2024•53 min•Ep. 744
#743 | United beat Betis in a pre-season friendly but there's a heavy price to pay with yet more injuries to an already depleted squad. New season, same old problems. Ed & Tom analyse the match and wonder where the injury crisis that United faced all last season will actually end. There's analysis of another bright performance from Alan Diallo, concern about who will be available for the start of the season and some discussion around potential comings and goings in the transfer market. If yo...
Aug 02, 2024•47 min•Ep. 743
#742 | United beat Arsenal in a "dramatic" penalty shootout after being robbed of a normal-time result by some shocking refereeing. Ed & Wayne pretend to be bothered for about 30 seconds, before looking for signs of progress in individual performances. 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, A...
Jul 28, 2024•51 min•Ep. 742
#741 | United have pulled off the first major transfers of the Ineos era, with the much-lauded Leny Yoro joining the club from Lille. Most pundits had assumed the 18-year-old would join Real Madrid this summer. It comes days after United confirmed the transfer of Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna. And the toxic Mason Greenwood is finally shown the door. Are there more to come? Ed & Dan discuss transfers and the pre-season programme. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclus...
Jul 21, 2024•43 min•Ep. 741
#740 | Last season was challenging for United's Women's team and with plenty of uncertainty and controversy off it, it is a worrying time for fans. But with two new players signed up, is there hope for the coming season? Ed talks to Andy Slater from the Barmy Article fanzine about all the issues. 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 i...
Jul 17, 2024•52 min•Ep. 740
#739 | Unbelievably, pre-season starts at United today when the old season is yet to finish, but there's already so much change. While there are not yet any shiny new players at training, there were several coaches (and new executives) at Carrington - including Ruud van Nistelrooy who has joined Erik ten Hag's coaching team. Ed & Dan discuss the start to the new season and take in the latest transfer gossip. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes,...
Jul 09, 2024•45 min•Ep. 739
#738 | Dan Ashworth has finally joined Manchester United after months of bickering with small-time Newcastle. In the same week Ruud van Nistelrooy and Rene Hake join Erik ten Hag's coaching team. The pieces are coming together for Jim Ratcliffe's new structure. While that's good news, United Women seem to have become an afterthought. Ed & Wayne discuss. 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 ta...
Jul 01, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 738
