Ian Irving is joined by The Athletic's Carl Anka & Laurie Whitwell to detail how they think Cristiano Ronaldo will fit into the United team from a technical perspective and why they feel certain he will start at Old Trafford on Saturday. Carl tells us what he's learnt from speaking to contacts in France about Anthony Martial and we hear why United have to face a battle with FIFA to be allowed to have Fred involved in the next two games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi...
Sep 09, 2021•47 min
Ian Irving hosts The Athletic's podcast dedicated to Manchester United, joined this week by club correspondents Laurie Whitwell and Carl Anka. Jesse Lingard was the star for England against Andorra, so what does that mean for his place in the pecking order? We take a look at some of the more peripheral players in Ole's squad. The women's team kicked off the new WSL season on Friday night with a two-nil win against Reading. Can they break into the top three this season with Chelsea, Manchester Ci...
Sep 06, 2021•1 hr 1 min
Host Ian Irving is joined by The Athletic's Laurie Whitwell & Andy Mitten to assess United's business in the transfer window and answer a bunch of questions from listeners. And we could not ignore Cristiano Ronaldo's record-breaking exploits on international duty ahead of his return to Old Trafford. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 02, 2021•45 min
Ian Irving is your host for The Athletic's dedicated Manchester United podcast, with the inside track on the Cristiano Ronaldo transfer and the rest of the week's news provided by club correspondent Laurie Whitwell and United We Stand Editor Andy Mitten. It was a whirlwind of a day on Friday as United stepped in to steal the signature of the world's deadly frontman from under the noses of their Manchester rivals. Our reporters lay out the timeline that revealed the deal and ruined their respecti...
Aug 30, 2021•1 hr 6 min
Ian Irving hosts The Athletic's dedicated twice-weekly Manchester United podcast with expert guests Andy Mitten, Editor of United We Stand, and club correspondent Laurie Whitwell. We've been talking about midfield reinforcements quite a lot lately, but there's been little mention of Atletico Madrid's Saul Niguez. Nevertheless, he's emerged as a potential recruit, but are Chelsea in the driving seat? And why is such a high status player available on loan? We also take a trip back in time to remem...
Aug 26, 2021•1 hr 5 min
Ian Irving hosts another Monday-debrief for The Athletic's Manchester United podcast, accompanied this time by Carl Anka and Andy Mitten. After the season started with a bang, United travelled to St Mary's in high spirits. Unfortunately, ninety minutes later they left with a solitary point and some thinking to do. Midfield reinforcements are the obvious answer, but is there anyone who fits the bill, and can a deal be done without selling any of the current squad? Learn more about your ad choices...
Aug 23, 2021•46 min
Host Ian Irving is joined by The Athletic's Laurie Whitwell & Andy Mitten to mark 25 years since David Beckham's goal from inside his own half, one of the most iconic moments in United’s history, a goal that kicked open the door to Beckham becoming a global superstar. We also discuss Beckham's impact at United, in the city of Manchester and in popular culture. Plus you'll hear about his relationship with Sir Alex Ferguson and the United fans. There is also a round up of United news on The Athlet...
Aug 19, 2021•48 min
Ian Irving hosts the first Monday edition of The Athletic's dedicated Manchester United podcast with our club journalists Carl Anka, Andy Mitten, and Laurie Whitwell. Leeds United were the visitors to Old Trafford for our season-opener, and it was a dominant performance from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side. Paul Pogba assisted four of the five goals, and Bruno Fernandes bagged his first Premier League hat-trick with Mason Greenwood spearheading a rampant attack. We go over all our favourite moments ...
Aug 16, 2021•47 min
Ian Irving is your host for the latest episode of The Athletic's Manchester United podcast, joined by our in-house club specialists Carl Anka and Laurie Whitwell alongside regular contributor and editor of United We Stand, Andy Mitten. It was a quiet week on the news-front, with the media circus surrounding Leo Messi's Barcelona exit dominating the football headlines. But we had plenty to talk about after Carl and Laurie gave Ole's managerial progress the full Athletic treatment. Andy shared a c...
Aug 12, 2021•1 hr 9 min
This is the one you've been waiting for; The Athletic's Manchester United podcast returns for the 2021/22 season with all your favourites returning. Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell, and Andy Mitten pick up their great work where we left off after the Europa League Final, and we've a fabulous new host, a man who is no stranger to the Old Trafford press box, Ian Irving. So, can Solskjaer manufacture a strong title challenge with two great recruits in Sancho and Varane bolstering the squad, and who else...
Aug 05, 2021•1 hr 4 min
This summer The Athletic is bringing you the ultimate guide to the past eight European Championships. So as the continent gears up for Euro 2020, you can head back in time to the tournaments of yesteryear to hear memories, stories and music from some of your favourite football journalists. Go to the Beyond The Headline feed wherever you get your podcasts, or listen ad-free via The Athletic app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 02, 2021•3 min
The Athletic's Carl Anka, Andy Mitten & Laurie Whitwell discuss what went wrong for United as they are beaten by Villarreal in the Europa League Final and look back on a season that has ended in disappointment. Did Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's get the major decisions right on the night? Should he have left some options on the bench? Andy & Laurie share their experience of being in the stadium on the night and look at the areas that United still need to work on at the end of a fourth season without a t...
May 27, 2021•42 min
The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten give their thoughts on United's goalkeeper situation ahead of the Europa League Final. Also, if Harry Kane does want to leave is he the right fit for United if Jadon Sancho is on the table. Carl talks about seeing that Cavani goal in the flesh and what are the reasons behind Unite'd terrible home form this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 20, 2021•1 hr 1 min
The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten discuss a hectic week on and off the pitch for United. The lads look back on the defeat suffered by a second string United side at Old Trafford. Discuss the injury suffered by Harry Maguire. And detail Edison Cavani’s new contract, and how it may affect United’s transfer plans this summer... There is also a look at what might happen around Old Trafford ahead of Thursday's game with Liverpool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...
May 12, 2021•1 hr 1 min
The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten reflect on the unprecedented scenes at Old Trafford on Sunday. They tell us what they saw at the stadium, debate the impact of the protests and ask whether there is more to come. There's also a look back at the comprehensive 1st leg victory over Roma, and discussion over Cavani's future at Manchester United Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 04, 2021•55 min
The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten look back on the return to Elland Road - Carl reveals the reason why Paul Pogba was on the bench. Also the lads discuss the protests against the Glazer family that have accelerated in the wake of the Super League proposal. And we look ahead to a big week on the pitch with the first leg on the Europa League semi against Roma and United welcome Liverpool to Old Trafford. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 27, 2021•55 min
The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten gather to bring you expert insight into a chaotic few days at Manchester United, following the collapse of the European Super League. They discuss the resignation of Ed Woodward, and debate what this means for Manchester United. And what about the future of the owners? What will the Glazers do now the ESL is dead. This podcast was originally broadcast live on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 21, 2021•57 min
The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten discuss the huge story of 12 clubs - including United - agreeing to form a breakaway league . The lads detail what it means to them , what they think will happen and tell you what they know reaction from inside the club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 19, 2021•55 min
The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten look back on a hugely satisfying week for United topped off by that impressive win at Spurs. Andy reveals details of conversations with backroom staff after the win in Granada about Mason Greenwood and the lads discuss the future of another United striker Edison Cavani - can he be convinced to stay? Also, what to do with Jesse Lingard? On fire for West Ham but is it time to let him go to fund other transfers such as Declan Rice? Laurie sh...
Apr 14, 2021•54 min
The Athletic's Laurie Whitwell & Andy Mitten look back on the win against Brighton and look ahead to this week’s Europa League tie with Granada - will David De Gea start? The lads also discuss the future of Anthony Martial following an injury that could put him out for the season and look at whether the form of Jesse Lingard on loan at West Ham warrants a return to Old Trafford. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 06, 2021•34 min
The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten discuss a big interview on The Athletic with super agents Mino Raiola & Jonathan Barnett speaking together for the first time - Raiola gives his thoughts on both Paul Pogba & Sir Alex Ferguson and a certain young Norwegian football player. Plus we’ll talk about cult heroes, discuss Nicky Butt’s departure from the club and answer your questions.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 31, 2021•1 hr 3 min
The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten pick apart United's disappointing display that saw them knocked out of the FA Cup. Was Ole Gunnar Solskjaer right to rotate and leave Bruno Fernandes out of the starting line-up with United not having a game for two months or was he let down by his reinforcements? We also answer questions from listeners on the futures of both Eric Bailly & Edinson Cavani. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 24, 2021•40 min
The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell & Andy Mitten take you behind the scenes at Old Trafford to explain how United's new hierarchy will work following the appointments of John Murtough & Darren Fletcher. Find out who does what in keys areas such as recruitment. Laurie also takes us through United's financials following the announcement that Avram Glazer will be selling a share at United. And we hear from Nick Cox Manchester United's Head of Academy after the conveyor belt of young talent m...
Mar 17, 2021•55 min
The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten wallow in the afterglow of an impressive derby win at City. In a near faultless performance the lads pick out their standout performances and where United won the game - is this Henderson's moment to confirm his spot as number one & has Martial proven a point? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 08, 2021•36 min
The Athletic's Carl Anka, Andy Mitten & Laurie Whitwell look back on another flat performance from United and look ahead to the the derby this weekend against City. What are the reasons for United's poor form and what can Ole do to get the lads firing again? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 04, 2021•34 min
The Athletic's Laurie Whitwell & Andy Mitten look back on two good results for United - but is their a lack of a killer instinct in attack and what is United's best central defensive pairing? They also discuss recruitment after The Athletic reported that United have paused their interest in Jadon Sancho as they focus on recruiting a central defender and a number nine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 23, 2021•41 min
The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell & Andy Mitten asses United's striking options as Mason Greenwood signs a new contract & Anthony Martial struggles for form. We also recap United’s 1-1 draw with West Bromwich Albion, ask some questions about United’s sometimes baffling defence, and preview this week’s Europa League tie against Real Sociedad. The Champions League returns this week and there’s no better time to sign up for all our unrivalled coverage at The Athletic. Until February 25th, w...
Feb 17, 2021•1 hr 3 min
Coming up today, hear Laurie Whitwell in conversation with Marcus Rashford - part of an in-depth interview you can read on The Athletic. As usual, Andy Mitten & Carl Anka are also on the pod and share their own experiences of spending time with the United striker. Hear Rashford detail some of the thought processes that flash through his mind when making and scoring goals for Manchester United as well as memories of being inspired by Wayne Rooney & Cristiano Ronaldo. We'll also talk a little abou...
Feb 10, 2021•52 min
The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten reflect on a tricky week for United on the pitch - failing to win in their last two matches - is this the end of United's title challenge? They also discuss the spate of incidents over the past week involving the likes of Marcus Rashford being targeted by racist abuse on social media. Plus, how will Jesse Lingard be remembered by United fans and could Amad Diallo find himself in the first team sooner than we think? SPECIAL OFFER! Througho...
Feb 02, 2021•57 min
The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten reflect on United's thrilling 3-2 win over Liverpool in the FA Cup. They discuss the continued improvement of Solskjaer's team, and ask The Athletic's subscribers if their opinion on the United boss has changed in recent weeks. They debate the role and performances of Donny van de Beek. And could Paul Pogba have a long-term future at Old Trafford after all? SPECIAL JANUARY OFFER! Throughout January you can subscribe to The Athletic for a ...
Jan 25, 2021•47 min
