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#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 reflect on the broader implications for the club given the highly competitive nature of the Premier League. Just how bad will the summer be? Probably very bad. 📖 CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 00:46 Reflecting on defeat to Spurs 02:21 Ruben Amorim's approach 03:23 Player Performances and Missed Opportunities 15:28 Financial and Managerial Challenges 18:54 The Emotional Impact 38:18 Ratcliffe's Strategy and Football Economics 45:48 Ownership Issues 47:09 Fan Disillusionment 50:30 United's Future 60:00 Hope Amidst Challenges 61:09 Reflections If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscriptions. We do a bonus show every week for backers. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

22 Touko 1h 17min

#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 provide their score predictions for the final. 📖 CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 01:51 United's Strategy 02:56 Pressing Strategy 03:44 Tottenham's Strengths and Weaknesses 07:04 Midfield Dynamics 12:57 Defensive Setup 19:37 Tottenham's Champions League Prospects 20:42 System vs. Player Quality 25:27 Midfield and Forward Analysis 28:59 Combined XI 32:46 Predictions 33:55 Final Thoughts If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscriptions. We do a bonus show every week for backers. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

20 Touko 37min

#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 season. The game's importance really cannot be overstated. 📖 CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 04:10 Logistics and Challenges for Fans 06:42 Injuries and Team Selection 11:39 Match Analysis 21:01 Mentality and Urgency in the Final 23:27 Balancing the Lineup 25:46 Managerial Context 27:06 Financial and Structural Challenges 28:22 Midfield Dynamics 29:40 Match Analysis and Predictions 39:49 Lineup Predictions 43:42 Final Thoughts If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscriptions. We do a bonus show every week for backers. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

19 Touko 48min

#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 and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscriptions. We do a bonus show and a tactical review every week for backers. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

17 Touko 41min

#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 explaining the takeover, analyses United's commercial, broadcast, and match day revenues, and considers the club's future under new leadership amidst evolving financial constraints and competitive pressures. 📖 CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to United Inc. Finance Show 00:22 Reflecting on 20 Years of Glazer Ownership 04:06 The Role of Fan Groups 07:28 Commercial Revenue and Sponsorship Strategies 18:28 Debt, Dividends, and Financial Management 22:33 Refinancing Concerns 23:42 Private Equity and Debt Restructuring 28:20 Transfer Spending in the Post-Fergie Era 32:24 Management Failures 35:42 Path to Redemption 44:15 Concluding Thoughts If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscriptions. We do a bonus show and a tactical review every week for backers. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

15 Touko 49min

#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 weaknesses of various players, and the strategic needs for strengthening the team. 📖 CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 00:35 Pre-Euro Final Squad Assessment 01:15 Goalkeepers: Evaluating the Options 03:41 Defenders: Who Stays and Who Goes? 10:13 Midfielders: Strengths and Weaknesses 17:54 Injury Woes and Midfield Concerns 18:54 Evaluating Attacking Options 19:31 Bruno and Amad: Key Players 22:21 The Frustration with Garnacho 28:25 Rashford, Antony, and Sancho's Future 29:54 Squad Overhaul and Transfer Strategy 33:26 Final Thoughts If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscriptions. We do a bonus show every week for backers. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

13 Touko 37min

#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 have less than zero bank of credit available and once again the club will be in the situation of having to spend to back manager who we don’t know will be here by November. Ed and Dan should be angrier. 📖 CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 01:21 United's Struggles 03:25 Analysis and Player Performance 06:36Tactical Discussions 14:14 Broader Football Context 23:04 Antony 25:54 Accountability and Club Management Issues 27:09 Team Dynamics 30:24 Challenges and Strategies for Upcoming Matches 42:20 Final Thoughts 📖 SPONSOR My Motor World - your one-stop shop for everything automotive. www.mymotorworld.com/ If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscriptions. We do a bonus show every week for backers. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

11 Touko 47min

#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 playing after the hour mark. What will the final against Tottenham look like? Finally, a very brief preview of United's home fixture against West Ham this weekend. 00:00 Introduction 02:06 Game Analysis 04:58 Goalkeeper Critique and Defensive Concerns 09:32 Midfield Struggles 13:58 Substitutions Impact 22:33 Upcoming Final 24:15 Analysing the Goals 24:46 Debating the Final Lineup 26:42 Context and Stakes 37:55 Anthony's Rising Value 42:53 Concluding Thoughts If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscriptions. We do a bonus show and a tactical review every week for backers. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

9 Touko 48min