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#721 | United beat Coventry in the FA Cup semi-final, but after surrendering a three-goal lead against a Championship team, it feels like a deeply hollow victory. United probably should have been dumped out of the cup and Ten Hag fired on the final whistle but for the most marginal of offside decisions. Ed & Dan discuss another fine day of Man-Yooing. For backers - can United actually beat City in the final?
00:00 Introduction and Manchester United's victory
17:00 Intense penalty shootout
23:00 Controversial offside call and VAR
30:00 Challenges with Injuries and Fatigue
37:00 Debating the Role of the Manager
44:00 Car Update and Upcoming Games
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#720 | No midweek game, so Ed & Wayne ponder changes in the media landscape and what it means for coverage of United and the beautiful game more widely. Then there's a look ahead to the weekend's FA Cup Semi-Final against Coventry City at Wembley. Up The Fucking Reds!
00:00 Introduction
06:00 Quiet Week in Unitedland
13:00 Controversy and Firing of Henry Winter
28:00 The Rise of Fan-Produced Content
40:00 Previewing the Manchester United vs Coventry City Match
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#719 | United draw at Bournemouth and slip further away from a very unlikely Champions League place. And with Newcastle beating Spurs, United are now seventh and may have to play next season in the ... Europa Conference League. Ed & Dan commiserate.
00:00 Introduction
01:00 Enjoying Liverpool's struggles
08:00 United's Lack of Cohesion Against Bournemouth
31:00 Bruno Fernandes Future
51:00 Garnacho's Social Media Likes
54:00 Women's Team Makes the FA Cup Final
58:00 Anticipating the Match Against Coventry City
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#718 | It's a midweek with no European football at United so a chance to take stock on the latest news, take some listener questions and look ahead to United's game with Bournemouth at the weekend. With Ed & Tom.
00:00 The State of United
05:00 Challenges Faced by Lower League Clubs
09:00 Politics and Football
15:00 The Departure of John Murtough
24:00 Potential Benefits of Finishing Outside the European Spots
30:00 Proof of Funds Issue in the Failed Qatari Takeover
39:00 Succession Planning at Manchester United
44:00 Concerns About United's Lack of Consistency and Potential Mid-Table Finish
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#717 | United earn a draw against Liverpool to dent the Scousers' title hopes. United will take that from a game that could have got away from the team in the first half. Ed & Dan discuss the game and the two moments of brilliance that secured a point. For backers we look ahead to the Champions League quarter-finals.
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#716 | Defeat snatched from the jaws of victory at Stamford Bridge. Just when we thought we'd seen he most braindead performance of the season, Erik ten Hag's men come up with a new low. What a miserable way to lose a game, even if a spot in next season's Champions League had probably already escaped the club. Ed & Wayne review an error-strewn performance in London, try and set the game in a wider context and look forward - if that's the right word - to United vs. Liverpool on Sunday.
00:00 Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Presence
05:00 Effort vs. Quality
09:00 Pattern of Conceding Goals
15:00 Desperate Decisions by Ten Hag
21:00 Rashford's Ineffectiveness
24:00 Comparisons to Past Managers
27:00 INEOS's Wider Influence
31:00 Conceding Late Goals and a Lack of Progress
35:00 Frustration with Decisions
39:00 Lack of Communal Pride
44:00 Manager Under Pressure
53:00 Doubts about United's Chances Against Liverpool
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#715 | United left Brentford with a point, probably should have taken all three after scoring late, but deserved absolutely nothing after another abject performance. Almost two years on from United's drubbing at the same ground has the team and Ten Hag progressed at all? Ed & Dan discuss a game that brought everybody back down to earth and then look ahead to Chelsea on Thursday night.
00:00 Introduction and Dinner Conversation
01:00 Daniel's Car Troubles
09:00 Passion and Desire
13:00 Conceding Goals and Lack of Quality Chances
16:00 Ten Hag's Press Conference
21:00 Potential Replacements for Ten Hag
22:00 Southgate
26:00 Poor Performance and Lack of Consequences
27:00 Team Selection
28:00 Budget and Financial Considerations
29:00 Player Performances and Potential Signings
31:00 Mason Mount
34:00 Budget and FFP Implications
38:00 Striker Options and Recruitment
41:00 In Memory of Mark Kirschner
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#714 | It was international week, with some pointless friendlies, some important qualifies and lots of curious fixtures around the world. England's games were not the pick of the bunch, but Kobbie Mainoo stood out on his international debut. Ed & Tom look back on Mainoo's impressive start to his international career and then ahead to Brentford at the weekend.
00:00 International Football and Qualifiers
03:00 Kobbie Mainoo's England Performance
07:00 Potential Weaknesses and Hype
14:00 Competition and Squad Selection
17:00 Rashford's Performance for England
18:00 Harry Maguire's England Chances
20:00 Christian Eriksen's Lack of Gametime
22:00 Ronaldo's Behavior
23:00 Gibraltar and Argentina
24:00 Garnacho's Performance for Argentina
27:00 Preview: Manchester United vs Brentford
30:00 Brentford's Performance and League Position
33:00 Scott McTominay's Role in Midfield
36:00 Manchester United Women's Team
40:00 Patreon Bonus Pod
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Welcome to the inaugural edition of the NQAT Backers' Tactics Podcast. This episode is presented on the main feed as a preview of what our patrons can expect. Our supporters at www.patreon.com/NQATpod are treated to an exclusive weekly show that delves into a pertinent issue of the week. We are delighted to introduce a weekly Tactics Podcast to our offering. Each Monday, for 20-30 minutes, we will explore the tactical strategies employed by United in their recent matches, featuring guest host Darnish Iqbal.
Enjoy!
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#713 | Sir Jim joined the Gereint Thomas Cycling Club podcast to talk about his sporting philosophy and journey in sailing, cycling, F1 and football. Is offered yet more detail on his plans for Manchester United. Ed & Wayne analyse the interview, still basking in the glow of Sunday's victory over Liverpool. For backers we think about what a 'club style' might mean for United.
00:00 Celebrating the Historic Victory Over Liverpool
06:00 The Comfort and Clarity of Jim Ratcliffe
16:00 The Challenge of Being Manchester United Owner
25:00 Speculation about Gareth Southgate
26:00 Backing Ten Hag
31:00 Playing Style and Plan for the Future
39:00 Promotion of Kobbie Mainoo to England Squad
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#712 This is football. United win it in extra time and book a place in the FA Cup Semi Final. Some heroic performances and a lot spirit take the reds through. Ed & Dan revel in a magical afternoon at Old Trafford.
00:00 Introduction and Game Recap
01:00 Tactics and Heart of the Players
06:00 Klopp's Interview and Personalities
08:00 McTominay's Performance
11:00 Wan Bissaka and Kobi Mainoo's Contributions
13:00 Champions League Qualification
23:00 Anthony's Performance
26:00 The Chaos and Wild Tactics
28:00 Goalkeeping Analysis
29:00 Amad's Role
32:00 Resilience and Winning Mentality
34:00 The Right Manager for the Style
37:00 Bruno Fernandes' Impact
41:00 Marcus Rashford's Performance
45:00 The International Break
51:00 Jordan Henderson's Selection
53:00 Mainoo's Potential Experience
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#711 United have a midweek off so the back pages are full of speculation about potential departures this summer, including stories on Antony, Jadon Sancho, and Mason Greenwood. Meanwhile, Mason Mount looks set to return to the squad after a lengthy absence. Ed & Tom digest all the latest news. Then there's controversy surround Jamie Carragher and Mark Goldbridge, two divisive media characters. Finally, a look ahead to Liverpool in the FA Cup.
00:00 Introduction
03:00 United's Finances and Debt
07:00 Regeneration Project around Old Trafford
10:00 United's Summer Transfer Plans
26:00 Ryan Giggs' Appointment at Salford
29:00 Premier League's Deal with the EFL
43:00 Issues with Fan Media
49:00 Jamie Carragher
56:00 Liverpool Preview
01:00 Closing Remarks
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#710 United beat Everton at Old Trafford to (just about) stay in the hunt for a Champions League place following two penalties from Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford. This was far from a vintage performance from United, who once again let a poor quality opposition rack-up more than 20 shots. Ed & Dan look back on a much needed victory, talk about the Old Trafford regeneration taskforce, and look ahead to Liverpool in the Cup. For backers, we look at the title race.
00:00 Introduction
01:00 Dan's Birthday Clubbing
04:00 Discussion on Onana
06:00 Penalty Taking and Rashford's Confidence
09:00 Evaluation of Manchester United's Midfield
11:00 Team Spirit
12:00 Potential Signings
15:00 Amadou Onana
24:00 Manchester United's Tactics
27:00 Defending Bruno Fernandes
32:00 Potential Defensive Signings
36:00 Branthwaite's Performance
38:00 Old Trafford Regeneration Task Force
43:00 Future of Old Trafford
55:00 Previewing the FA Cup Match against Liverpool
60:00 Announcing Additional Content for Backers
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#709 No midweek match with something called the "Champions League" happening. Ed & Wayne have better things to discuss, including taking stock of where United are at a few days after the derby, looking at the upcoming operational changes at the club, and talking about Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's interview with Gary Neville, Roy Keane et al on The Overlap. There's also a game against Everton to preview.
00:00 Introduction
01:00 Football Shirts
09:00 Post City Reflections
23:00 Nostalgia for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer
31:00 Misallocation of Funds and Squad Needs
34:00 Pogba's Ban and Disappointing Career
37:00 Everton Preview
54:00 Wrap
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#708 Expected defeat in the derby, but at least United made a fist of it for an hour. Then came City's goal, Ten Hag's weird substitutions and some questionable refereeing. Ed & Dan digest an 11th Premier League defeat of the season - one that leaves the club 11 points off certain qualification for the Champions League. For Patreon backers: Marcus Rashford, his article in the Players Tribune and the pile on.
0 Introduction and Personal Updates
1 Daniel's Experience at Forest Game with his dad
4 Transition to Football Discussion
5 Review of Manchester Derby
9 Rashford's Goal
10 De Bruyne's Hair
12 Referee Decisions
14 AFC Wimbledon's Goal Celebration
16 United's Chances of Qualifying for Champions League
29 Financial Challenges
30 Uncertainty about the Manager for Next Season
31 Potential Candidates
37 The Impact of Klopp Leaving Liverpool
40 Ten Hag's Performance and Potential Replacements
41 Injuries and Medical Issues
45 Role of Bruno Fernandes
53 Potential Players from the Bundesliga
55 Wrap
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#707 United beat Nottingham Forest in the FA Cup with a late headed goal. Could it be the strike that saves Erik ten Hag's job? Perhaps if United make it all the way to the Cup final. Ed & Wayne digest the game and then look forward to City at the weekend.
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#706 United lose at home to Fulham and despite many lows this season, this was one of the most dispiriting defeats. Has Erik ten Hag learned nothing from 15 defeats in all competitions this season? And with Ten Hag asking people to look at the big picture, does the Dutchman realise United's future may not include him should the season end without trophies and Champions League football. Ed & Dan ask the questions and then look ahead to Forest in the Cup.
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#705 Sir Jim Ratcliffe's partial takeover of Manchester United is complete, with the INEOS founder having secured just over 27% of the club. Ed & Tom talk about the new dawn at United, Ratcliffe's rapid moves to improve football operations and plans for Old Trafford's development. Then there's the weekend game against Fulham to preview. For backers, we look at Marcus Rashford's future, with a move to PSG being touted in the press.
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#704 Victory over Luton followed a now familiar pattern, with Erik ten Hag's side unable to produce a controlled performance despite scoring twice in the opening minutes. Rasmus Hojlund's double gave United the best possible start, but slowly Luton got back into the game and came close to pulling off an unlikely draw. Ed & Dan dig into another curious performance. Then there's further movement in the backroom, with reports that United are looking to hire both Dan Ashworth and Jason Wilcox into a revamped football operations department.
00:00 Luton 1, United 2
05:00 United's Performance and Style of Play
10:00 Ten Hag's End Goal
13:00 Bruno Fernandes
19:00 Raphael Varane's Performance
23:00 Luton's Performance
25:00 Kobbie Mainoo
27:00 Ross Barkley's Improvement
32:00 Harry Maguire's Performance
34:00 Referee Decisions and VAR
39:00 Hojlund's Brilliant Goals
42:00 United's Improved Goal Scoring
47:00 Negotiations and Speculations on Backroom Staff
49:00 The Complexity of Football Contracts
51:00 Secrets in Football
52:00 Dan Ashworth's Role
55:00 Anecdote about John Murtough's Mistake in Not Signing Harland
58:00 Tintin and Castifiore Get It On
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#703 United score late to beat Aston Villa at Villa Park. It was no vintage performance from Ten Hag's team, but once again Scott McTominay scored a crucial goal. With United now just six points off the Champions League places, are Ten Hag's team coming into some form at just the right time? Ed & Dan discuss victory in Birmingham and then look forward to next weekend's game against Luton. For backers, we go deep on Rasmus Hojlund, a player who is growing by the week.
00:00 United's recent form
06:18 Improved team spirit and mentality
13:54 McTominay's role and impact
15:27 Bruno Fernandes' creativity
16:35 Defensive issues and Lindelof's performance
20:00 The need for a new defensive midfielder
23:02 United's chances of finishing in the top four
25:13 Improvements in United's attacking play
27:16 Consistency and scoring goals
30:05 Dalot's progress and potential
38:25 The importance of developing young players
43:09 Luton Town and Promotion Teams
45:08 Luton's Progress and Relegation Battle
46:16 Luton vs. Manchester United Preview
47:13 Key Players in Luton's Squad
48:38 Ross Barkley's Role
48:51 Expectations for the Luton Match
49:13 Wrap-up
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