Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, and Laurie Whitwell have got the hump with Manchester United's away form. David De Gea's rick at the London Stadium made the headlines but the performance was alarmingly familiar. What we'd give for a run of away form like the one seen under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer; we wonder if he is remembered unfairly on the tenth anniversary of Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement. Meanwhile, MUWFC are making great strides towards a successful season, and are now just a point from securing th...
May 08, 2023•48 min
Brighton's last-gasp penalty means Manchester United will almost certainly finish the Premier League season with just one point from all their away games at top-half clubs; Ian Irving carries out the post-mortem with Andy Mitten and Carl Anka. On the 30th anniversary of the club's first ever Premier League title, we remember Steve Bruce's party, Sir Alex Ferguson's team-talk, and legendary players wearing questionable suits. The next game is away, but it's at relegation-threatened West Ham, mana...
May 05, 2023•50 min
Ian Irving is joined by Laurie Whitwell and Dan Sheldon post-match at Old Trafford, before a later date with Laurie, again, and Andy Mitten. On the agenda: two crucial league wins against Aston Villa as Manchester United's men and women both took another step towards next season's Champions League. The game at Old Trafford also made the news with another anti-Glazer protest, this time headed up by fan group "The 1958". Produced by Ollie Bellwood. *** • Get a FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporti...
May 01, 2023•50 min
Ian Irving holds court as Andy Mitten and Laurie Whitwell negotiate the post-match obstacles of Tottenham with Carl Anka chuckling on from Manchester. The big question is whether Thursday night's draw at Spurs is an acceptable result given Manchester United's away record and the opposition's recent travails. We also take a quick look ahead to the weekend's match against Aston Villa which will surely provide a tough test for a tired looking group of players. Mary Earps will be in action against A...
Apr 28, 2023•51 min
Logistics very nearly got the better of us but despite a dash to Euston after the penalties we do have a Wembley podcast for you with instant reaction to the win over Brighton from Ian Irving, Carl Anka, Andy Mitten (just about), and Laurie Whitwell. It'd be fair to say this one wasn't a classic, but Victor Lindelof's winning penalty did set up the first ever all-Manchester FA Cup final, and a possible chance to deny City the treble... (for more details on Talk of the Devils LIVE at New Century ...
Apr 24, 2023•36 min
Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, and Laurie Whitwell report on a disastrous night for Manchester United after they were dumped out of the UEFA Europa League in Seville. The men will have to pick themselved up quickly to beat Brighton in Sunday's FA Cup semi-final; a feat already achieved by the women's team, who went on to beat Arsenal in the WSL on Wednesday night. Chelsea may yet pip them to the title, but they should now qualify for next season's Champions League. (for more details on Talk of the Dev...
Apr 21, 2023•43 min
It's a busy, busy Monday as Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, and Laurie Whitwell review a good win for the men at Forest, a ground-breaking victory for the women against Brighton, and update you all on takeover business before previewing the Europa League quarter-final second leg in Sevilla. Enjoy our thoughts on Maguire reactionaries, magnificent midfield triumvirates, Skinner time, and failed Keylor Navas faxes... oh yeah, and lethal Antony. Produced by Ollie Bellwood. Learn more about your ad choices...
Apr 17, 2023•51 min
Ian Irving hosts a slightly shell-shocked Europa League debrief with Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell, and Andy Mitten. Manchester United were 2-0 up after twenty minutes against relegation-threatened Sevilla, with the Spanish side naming some first-choice players on the bench. It was a golden opportunity to finish off the tie. That the game finished level was largely down to an uncomfortably familiar frailty, the inability to maintain control, but it could also have been worse had de Gea not (again) ...
Apr 14, 2023•48 min
We're four-handed all week with Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, Laurie Whitwell, and Carl Anka meeting online this Monday before getting together at Old Trafford on Thursday. There's an Everton debrief and a news round-up before we preview the reason for that in-person reunion; a Europa League quarter-final first leg against Sevilla. But, will the visitors play like the most successful team in Europa League history or La Liga relegation contenders? Produced by Ollie Bellwood. Learn more about your ad c...
Apr 10, 2023•51 min
Ian Irving, Laurie Whitwell, and Andy Mitten were relieved to see Manchester United win in the Premier League for the first time since February; who else but Marcus Rashford provided the winning goal after a neat header from the more-advanced Marcel Sabitzer. Ten Hag's side will host Everton this Saturday lunchtime and while, league position says it will be a difficult place for them to get a result, they do have a surprisingly good record at Old Trafford in recent years. Produced by Ollie Bellw...
Apr 06, 2023•49 min
Manchester United's away form continues to plumb new depths. Join Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, and Laurie Whitwell for the latest tale of woe, this time from Newcastle's St. James's Park. More in hope, perhaps, than confidence, we try to brighten your Monday with news of another WSL win, progress with Luke Shaw's contract renewal, and a potential move for Harry Kane. Produced by Ollie Bellwood. *** • Get a FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purc...
Apr 03, 2023•51 min
A full complement again as Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, Carl Anka, and Laurie Whitwell preview Manchester United's hectic April schedule, one they'll start without Casemiro away at Newcastle United. And, there's a glance ahead to next season and the possibility that some established players may leave. Scott McTominay had a great week for Scotland, but would you keep him, and what about David de Gea? Produced by Ollie Bellwood. *** • Take your business to the next level and sign up today for a one-do...
Mar 30, 2023•56 min
It's a full house as Carl Anka, Andy Mitten, and Laurie Whitwell join Ian Irving for our second week of the international break. Roughly 28,000 were at Old Trafford to see Manchester United WFC return to the top of the Women's Super League, and the title race is hotting up nicely! As always, Manchester United's men had a host of players away on international duty, so we took some more of your questions, focussing on squad depth and fringe players. *** • Take your business to the next level and s...
Mar 27, 2023•55 min
Ian Irving brings you the latest on Manchester United's takeover talks with Andy Mitten and Laurie Whitwell, and while there was a bit of drama it felt more like Corrie than Dynasty. And, with the international break this week, we asked for your questions about the club (and the podcast). There were so many good ones we'll be rolling it over to Monday, but we made a good start with answers on gaiju attack response, Indonesian rice wine, and Ljubljana to name a few! Learn more about your ad choic...
Mar 23, 2023•51 min
A 3-1 home win in the FA Cup against Fulham sounds like comfortable Sunday afternoon viewing for Manchester United fans. You probably already know that wasn't the case, but Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, and Laurie Whitwell are here to fill you in on the details. We consider the potential for two domestic semi-finals against Brighton, one of which could lead to a Manchester derby at Wembley, and we react to an Arsenal-less Europa League quarter final draw. More chips, anyone? Learn more about your ad ...
Mar 20, 2023•48 min
Ian Irving tries to rein in a very chipper Andy Mitten and Laurie Whitwell with the pair in boisterous mood after a comfortable win in Betis. So from Checkpoint Charlie to Notting Hill via Doha and Rotterdam here's our rambling take on Facundo Pellistri, Fulham, and the Europa League quarter final field (recorded before all results were decided). Produced by Ollie Bellwood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 17, 2023•46 min
Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, and Carl Anka review a disappointing weekend for both the men's team, who saw Casemiro sent off in a goalless draw with Southampton, and the women who lost to WSL title rivals Chelsea. Erik Ten Hag's men now have a Europa League second leg to prepare for. Real Betis will probably provide a sterner test in Seville, but with a three goal lead the next order of business should be the quarter final draw. We also add our tributes to those of the whole club and fanbase, to Ian...
Mar 13, 2023•49 min
Ian Irving, Carl Anka, and Andy Mitten react to a hugely improved mood as Erik Ten Hag's Manchester United recover from Anfield embarrassment with a convincing Europa League first leg win over Real Betis. Goals (in ascending order of relieved player) came from Marcus Rashford, Antony, Bruno Fernandes, and Wout Weghorst, and the team will take momentum into the weekend's game against Southampton and the return leg in Seville. Produced by Ollie Bellwood. *** • Get a FREE 1-year supply of immune-su...
Mar 10, 2023•43 min
Here we go again... Ian Irving hosts the Monday podcast he thought we'd put behind us, debriefing a catastrophic defeat at Anfield with Andy Mitten and Laurie Whitwell (who added calamity to disaster even after the final whistle). So, what happened, and was it a one-off or will it leave a scar? We get into the details, plus a round-up of a couple of news stories, and Andy's fortuitous link to the next opponents, Real Betis. You make your own luck in this game... Produced by Ollie Bellwood. *** •...
Mar 06, 2023•49 min
Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, and Carl Anka are still coming down from the high of winning at Wembley, but we've already got another cup win to celebrate. Alejandro Garnacho starred as Manchester United overcame a slow start to kick West Ham out of the FA Cup and, of course, they'll play at home in the next round. First, though, a trip to Anfield; why are Manchester United and Liverpool never good at the same time? Produced by Ollie Bellwood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho...
Mar 02, 2023•46 min
Ian Irving, Laurie Whitwell, Andy Mitten and Carl Anka are all on hand to react to the first trophy of the Erik Ten Hag era at Manchester United. All assembled on Wembley Way, following the 2-0 win over Newcastle United the crew analyse the significance of the result and what it could mean for United. With Avram Glazer in attendance the panel discuss his presence at Wembley as well as the latest on any potential sale of the club before turning focus back to on-pitch matters. Produced by Guy Clar...
Feb 27, 2023•40 min
Ian Irving has the whole crew assembled at Old Trafford for instant reaction to Manchester United's comeback win over Barcelona in the Europa League play-off. The Manchester Madridistas were delighted with the win, thanks to two goals from Brazilian boys Fred and Antony, and it's on to Wembley to face a 'keeper-starved Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup Final. Produced by Ollie Bellwood *** • Get a FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchas...
Feb 24, 2023•42 min
Ian Irving returns after a short break and he's joined by Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell, AND Andy Mitten for a fully stocked edition of The Athletic's Manchester United podcast. Erik Ten Hag made the right calls mid-match again as the team won despite Leicester's bright start. In a huge week of on-pitch matters, fans are split on who should take ownership of the club, and the manager made a direct appeal for vocal support at the Barcelona game on Thursday night. Produced by Ollie Bellwood. *** • Ge...
Feb 20, 2023•55 min
Carl Anka takes the helm with Andy Mitten and Laurie Whitwell joining him from the third tier of Camp Nou to digest a terrific first leg of the Europa League play-off tie between Manchester United and Barcelona. Marcus Rashford starred again, flipping the game on its head with a great goal and possible an even better assist, and we think Erik Ten Hag will be the happier manager despite taking exception to some refereeing decisions. *** • Take your business to the next level and sign up today for...
Feb 17, 2023•45 min
Laurie Whitwell (and his cat, Ron) makes a podcast comeback with Ian Irving and Andy Mitten (and his dog). Manchester United beat Leeds at the second time of asking with another goal from Marcus Rashford and one from the recently-criticised Alejandro Garnacho. It wasn't vintage football but it's a huge result, especially with so many rivals dropping points this weekend. As we speak the team, and the fans, are Barcelona-bound for the the first leg of the UEFA Europa League Play-off. It's not the ...
Feb 13, 2023•57 min
Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, and Carl Anka assemble under the eaves at Old Trafford with The Athletic's new boy Mark Critchley. It was a disappointing result, certainly, as visitors Leeds United caught Ten Hag's men cold, not once but twice! However, there was a warm glow in the air (and on Andy's face) after Marcus Rashford and the returning Jadon Sancho scored to salvage a draw. On that evidence, the trip to Elland Road will prove a tough test, but we're hoping one or two of the seven first team p...
Feb 09, 2023•48 min
Ian Irving is joined by Carl Anka and Andy Mitten with live breaking news as we preview Wednesday night's game against Roses rivals Leeds United. Of course, on Saturday Marcus Rashford scored again as Manchester United beat Crystal Palace at Old Trafford; but, the result was overshadowed (slightly) by Casemiro's red card. Produced by Ollie Bellwood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 06, 2023•51 min
No apologies; Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, and Carl Anka are excited about Manchester United going to Wembley for the Carabao Cup final after Erik Ten Hag named a strong line-up for the semi-final, 2nd leg, and Forest proved no match at Old Trafford. And, with Christian Eriksen ruled out for several weeks through injury, we take a look at the deadline day loan move for Bayern Munich's Austrian midfielder Marcel Sabitzer. We said there was a chance! Produced by Ollie Bellwood *** • Get 20% Off and FR...
Feb 02, 2023•46 min
Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, and Carl Anka review another comfortable home win, this time the FA Cup clash with Paul Ince's Reading. Casemiro was the main man once again, even scoring twice, and he's loving life in England. Everything's evolving nicely under Erik Ten Hag, and Carl's taken a close look at their development for The Athletic, but with Christian Eriksen facing some time out, how much will they miss him during a hectic February? Produced by Ollie Bellwood. *** • Get 20% Off and FREE ship...
Jan 30, 2023•50 min
Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, and Carl Anka are in good spirits (in one case, quite literally) and we've added a musical twist to the show as we celebrate taking control of the EFL Cup semi-final against Nottingham Forest. Taking a three goal lead into the home leg means Erik Ten Hag should be able to rotate his squad over the next few days. The optimism is flowing, so much so that we're not too downbeat about a slightly ominous financial report on Manchester United from The Athletic's Matt Slater. P...
Jan 26, 2023•48 min
