No Question About That - a Manchester United podcast

#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 re...

#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...

#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 seas...

#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...

#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 expla...

#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 weakness...

#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...

#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 playin...

#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 constraint...

#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...

#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 revie...

#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...

#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 anot...

#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 t...

#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 mi...

#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 importa...

#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 fina...

#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. 💸 S...

#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...

#855 | Victory over Lyon in the Europa League to book a place in the semi-final. Perhaps something can be salvaged from this disastrous season after all. United will meet Rangers/Bilbao next. Goals from Manuel Ugarte and Diogo Dalot were enough to secure the win at Old Trafford. Ed and Adam review the action and then look forward to Sunday's Premier League game against Wolves. Sponsors NordVPN - Y...

#854 | Ed and Dharnish discuss United's defeat to Newcastle, their reaction to the fan meltdown, and contextualise it within the season's most critical fixtures. They extensively analyse the United's tactical and personnel issues, particularly focusing on the left-back position, midfield struggles, and goalkeeping performances. The podcast then shifts to discuss the upcoming match against Lyon, wh...

#853 | United were thrashed at Newcastle and the second half performance was just about as bad as it gets. Low bar, but you know where we're coming from! Squeezed between two important fixtures, late in the season, there was an expectation of defeat against a team chasing a place in next season's Champions League ... but it really shouldn't have been this shambolic. Ed and Wayne review defeat in t...

#852 | Ed and Dominic look at the ups and downs of Mason Mount's career at Manchester United. They discuss the disappointing statistics, frequent injuries, and the underwhelming performances that have frustrated fans and raised questions about his value for money. Despite these setbacks, they explore why Mount remains a favorite among coaches, highlighting his work rate, pressing ability, and pote...

#851 | Ed and Tom analyse United's match against Lyon in France. Emotions are high as they discuss the disappointing performance of Andre Onana, who has been at fault for numerous goals this season. The analysis covers the whole team's shortcomings, including issues in attack and defense, the pressures on young players like Garnacho and Hojlund. Yet, United left France with a draw and should compl...

#850 | Ed, Dharnish, and Daniel look back at United's nil-nil draw with City, discussing United's evolving attacking patterns and Casimiro's role in the game. The discussion explores the tactical details of how United's defensive strategies have improved, while considering the challenges they face in the upcoming match against Lyon. They touch on the necessity for better decision-making among Unit...