A familiar face joins hosts Helen Evans, Sam Homewood and David May on the latest UTD Podcast as Eric Steele lifts the lid on his time at the club. The Reds’ former goalkeeping coach has some fascinating tales to tell about working under Sir Alex Ferguson and helping the team lift the Premier League title in 2012/13. After starting out at the Wallsend Boys’ Club, like our previous guest Steve Bruce, the Geordie retired from his playing career in 1988 but was determined to start a new chapter in ...
May 23, 2023•57 min•Ep. 157
Sam Homewood, Helen Evans and David May visit a golf club this week for a chat with United legend Steve Bruce. Steve has had a wonderful career in football, as a player and manager, and offers a fascinating reflection on it all during the latest UTD Podcast. The former Manchester United captain begins with his upbringing in the north-east and his early days at the famed Wallsend Boys Club. Starting his professional career with Gillingham, the defender reveals a funny story about reversing the ch...
May 10, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 156
Joining Helen Evans and Sam Homewood today for the latest episode of the UTD Podcast is midfield dynamo Fred, fresh from recently passing the landmark of 200 appearances at the heart of the Manchester United engine room. This is the most appearances from a Brazilian for the Reds and the second most from a South American, behind Antonio Valencia. Football is a high-pressure business, but the effervescent Brazilian tells us how he maintains such a positive outlook on life, always aiming to play th...
Apr 26, 2023•30 min•Ep. 155
Christian Eriksen has been missed in the Manchester United midfield but the Dane is on his way back and joined us for the latest episode of the UTD Podcast. The classy playmaker discusses his career to date and the rumours of a move to Old Trafford, which long circulated before he did end up joining the Reds last summer. He recalls playing in Denmark, the Netherlands and Italy, plus adjusting to the style and pace of the Premier League. He addresses the obstacles he has overcome and explains why...
Apr 12, 2023•59 min•Ep. 154
The full #ILOVEUNITED experience will land in Singapore for the very first time on Sunday 30 April. Iconic strike duo Andrew Cole and Dwight Yorke will be reunited on stage as the club hosts a special live screening of our Premier League match against Aston Villa, bringing together thousands of fans to reward their passionate support. Thanks to TeamViewer’s remote technology, MUTV’s Zarah Connolly connected with Reds legend Yorke to find out what fans can expect from the event, before learning m...
Apr 04, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 153
Welcome to a special podcast with Helen Evans, celebrating women in football. In this podcast you’ll hear some amazing stories from fans, both local and worldwide, who have been following United for decades. You’ll also hear from individuals working in sport who tell us what Manchester United means to them, as well as how the industry can continue to improve for everyone. United's women's team play at Old Trafford again on Saturday 25th March 2023, and you can still get tickets here . Thank you ...
Mar 23, 2023•56 min•Ep. 152
A superstar and huge role model joins us in this latest UTD Podcast episode, as Ella Toone talks us through her meteoric rise, in tandem with that of the women’s game in general. As a devoted fan growing up, her dream of playing for the Reds appeared impossible but the inception of the women’s side in 2018 changed all that. Idolising Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney, she was only going to join one club, despite rival interest from elsewhere, as she “came home” to United. Marc Skinner’s team ha...
Mar 21, 2023•40 min•Ep. 151
Our latest UTD Podcast guest is an Academy graduate who made 79 senior appearances for the Reds. Tom Cleverley talks us through his route from Carrington to the first team, including how he learned the game during three loan spells. Discover the one player he was jealous of and the one time he felt the full force of the Sir Alex Ferguson ‘hairdryer’ treatment. The legendary manager’s departure coincided with a dip in form and confidence and he admits to being emotionally scarred by new levels of...
Mar 08, 2023•55 min•Ep. 150
Manchester United’s legendary fan event #ILOVEUNITED is coming to Los Angeles for the first ever time on Sunday 5 March. We’ll be at Skylight ROW DTLA hosting a live screening of the Premier League match against Liverpool - and much, much more… In this special episode of the UTD Podcast, assisted by TeamViewer, Zarah Connolly paints a picture of what we can expect from passionate fans in Los Angeles, and speaks to some big names ahead of what is shaping up to be an incredible event. Thanks to Te...
Feb 20, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 149
Treble-hero Teddy Sheringham tells all about his footballing journey that led to him emerging as a key figure at the climax of the unforgettable 1998/99 season. The striker discusses his time at Millwall, Nottingham Forest, Tottenham and United, and his decision to leave his beloved Spurs in order to win trophies. When his father informed him of United’s interest, he didn’t hesitate and he was taken aback by a ‘proper football club’. Ironically, his Treble campaign was far from his best, until t...
Feb 14, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 148
Our latest UTD Podcast episode took place at the house of former United winger Gordon Strachan. The Scot welcomed regular hosts Helen Evans, Sam Homewood and David May to chat about his long and illustrious career, from the early days at Dundee to enjoying success at home and abroad, under Alex Ferguson at Aberdeen. Gordon reveals how the move to Old Trafford came about and why Ron Atkinson’s managerial style differed vastly to Sir Alex’s. However, he was reunited with Ferguson in 1986, as the g...
Jan 31, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 147
In this episode of the UTD Podcast, Helen Evans, Sam Homewood and David May are joined by Manchester United Academy graduate, Fraizer Campbell at Carrington Training Complex. As a youngster, Fraizer was tipped as a rising star due to his goal-scoring prowess in the Reserves. The Yorkshire-born forward shares his journey through United’s youth system, before fulfilling the dream of making his First Team debut at Old Trafford. Dubbed “Super Campbell” during his prolific loan spells at Royal Antwer...
Jan 17, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 146
UTD Podcast co-hosts Helen Evans and Sam Homewood travelled to Bilbao, Spain, to catch up with Ander Herrera, whose honesty and passion led to one of our best-ever episodes. The former Reds midfielder speaks fondly about his childhood as the son of a professional footballer and sporting director, before recounting his first spell as an Athletic Club player – which included their famous Europa League victories over Sir Alex Ferguson’s United in 2011/12. Herrera describes his 2014 transfer to Old ...
Dec 20, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 145
Listen to our latest UTD Podcast with the club’s much-loved no.1, David De Gea, who reflects on his playing career so far and our future under the management of Erik ten Hag. Speaking to co-hosts Helen Evans and Sam Homewood, the Spaniard opens up on his 2011 transfer from Atletico Madrid, a difficult adjustment period at Old Trafford and all that he has achieved to date – including the major trophies and four Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year awards. De Gea also discusses his ongoing support fo...
Dec 13, 2022•54 min•Ep. 144
In this unmissable episode, United Women striker Alessia Russo discusses the experience of playing for the Reds, previews the upcoming WSL match against Aston Villa at Old Trafford, and reveals exactly what it is like to win the Euros with England. Sam Homewood, David May and Helen Evans chat to Alessia about her football journey, the monumental shift in women's football over the last decade, and why it is important for that growth to continue. Russo reveals her sporting idols and discusses her ...
Dec 01, 2022•46 min•Ep. 143
Manchester United’s legendary fan event #ILOVEUNITED will return to India for the first time in four years on Sunday 16 October - with Kolkata set to play host to a live screening of the Premier League match against Newcastle United - and much, much more… In this special episode of the UTD Podcast, assisted by TeamViewer, Zarah Connolly is on a journey to find out more about the unique relationship between Manchester United and the passionate fanbase in India. Thanks to TeamViewer’s remote techn...
Sep 27, 2022•57 min•Ep. 142
This week former Manchester United striker Henrik Larsson dialled in to the UTD Podcast from his home in Helsingborg, Sweden. The star striker charted his career which took him to Feyenoord, Celtic, Barcelona and - of course - eventually to Old Trafford. Henrik told us how he couldn't resist joining United, having turned down Sir Alex once before in the 1990s. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail utdpodcast@manutd.co.uk And if you'd like to listen thr...
Jul 05, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 130
Former Manchester United midfielder Owen Hargreaves joined the Podcast from Old Trafford this week. The ex-England international looked back on his time working with Sir Alex Ferguson, what went through his head before taking a penalty in the Champions League Final shootout in 2008, and the details of his career-ending injury. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail utdpodcast@manutd.co.uk And if you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best ...
Jun 28, 2022•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 129
John Aston Junior joined the Pod from Old Trafford to look back on his memories playing alongside George Best, Denis Law and Sir Bobby Charlton, going on to win the European Cup win 1968. The former United winger reflected on that iconic night at Wembley, where he picked up the Man of the Match Award alongside his winners' medal. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail utdpodcast@manutd.co.uk And if you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the be...
Jun 21, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 128
We spoke to former Manchester United Reserve Team goalkeeper Paul Woolston at Old Trafford this week, as he reflects on his recent premature retirement from the game, due to injuries. Paul was in good spirits as he looks ahead to his future in football, however he revealed his sadness at the time when the doctors told him he would need to retire from playing. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail utdpodcast@manutd.co.uk And if you'd like to listen thro...
Jun 14, 2022•44 min•Ep. 127
Ex-Manchester United defender Mikael Silvestre dialled into the UTD Podcast from his home in Dubai for this week's episode. The former France International looked back on a glittering career at Old Trafford, and picked out some of his highlights from working with both Sir Alex Ferguson, and later Arsene Wenger at Arsenal. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail utdpodcast@manutd.co.uk And if you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place...
Jun 07, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 126
Former Manchester United man Eric Djemba-Djemba dialled in from his home in France to join the UTD Podcast this week. The tough-tackling midfielder talked about his first days at Carrington - meeting Rio Ferdinand, Gary Neville and Roy Keane. He looked back on the moment where he and Cristiano Ronaldo came off the bench together at Old Trafford, and the words they exchanged before crossing the white line. The Cameroonian touched on his relationship with Sir Alex Ferguson, and a very special gest...
May 31, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 125
There's only one story in town this week - the arrival of Manchester United's new manager, Erik ten Hag. So instead of our usual UTD Podcast episode, we're bringing you the new boss' first interview, in full. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail utdpodcast@manutd.co.uk And if you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for...
May 24, 2022•38 min•Ep. 124
Former Manchester United midfielder Darron Gibson joined the UTD Podcast from Old Trafford this week. Following a recent leg break, Darron announced his retirement on the podcast and felt it would be a good time to reflect on his Premier League career. The midfielder, known for his long-range goals revealed how Sir Bobby Charlton once told him to keep shooting from distance, as "nobody remembers the ones you miss!" If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail...
May 17, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 123
Manchester United's Head of Academy Nick Cox joined the UTD Podcast from Carrington this week. Nick talked us through a day in the life of his role; with the pressures and responsibilities involved in continuing the club's rich history in youth development. Sam and Maysie read out your e-mails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail utdpodcast@manutd.co.uk And if you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place t...
May 10, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 122
Former Manchester United defender Henning Berg joined us at Old Trafford for this week's UTD Podcast. The Norwegian told us how a move to Man Utd nearly materialised years before his eventual arrival, but fell apart due to a work permit issue. We heard how his move to Blackburn happened instead, and Henning described what it was like working with Kenny Dalglish before being re-united with David May at Old Trafford, under Sir Alex Ferguson. Henning also recalled his worst hairdryer from the boss,...
May 03, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 121
The UTD Podcast was on the road once more as we joined former Manchester United defender Graeme Hogg up in Scotland. Graeme now works as a HGV driver and explained how he didn't manage to find his way back in to football after hanging up his boots. Racking up over 100 appearances for Man Utd, the Scotsman looked back on his fondest moment in red; a historic second leg comeback win over Barcelona at Old Trafford, where he proudly stated he had Diego Maradona in his back pocket. Sam, Helen and May...
Apr 26, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 120
This is the second part of our extended conversation with Steve Coppell, where the former Manchester United winger talked about his incredible record of 207 consecutive games for the club - and how he doesn't think that achievement will ever be beaten. Steve also talked about the horror tackle which led to his career-ending injury, and the transition into a successful career in management in the years that followed. Helen, Sam and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If yo...
Apr 19, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 119
Former Manchester United winger Steve Coppell joined the UTD Podcast at Old Trafford for this week's episode, to look back on both his playing and managerial career. Steve told us about the unique experience of being a Scouser and studying at Liverpool University while playing for Manchester United. He looked back on his dream debut, the FA Cup Finals he played in, and his conversations with Sir Matt Busby. Part two is coming next week, where Steve talks about the untimely end to his playing car...
Apr 12, 2022•52 min•Ep. 118
The UTD Podcast was on the road again as we joined former Manchester United player Kieran Richardson at his podcast studio in London. Having retired in 2017, Kieran has entered the world of YouTube and podcasting, where he talks about his post-playing career and passion with watches. You can watch his videos on his YouTube channel Broadtalks . He looked back on his playing days, dispelling a rumour about a training ground incident with Roy Keane and revealing why he couldn't wait to retire when ...
Apr 05, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 117
