The Tactics Show: Amorim's Ideal XI

#824 | United fought back to earn a draw at Everton. It was a spirited end to the game after more than an hour of some of the worst football played by a United team in living memory. There's quite a long list in that department. Ed and Dan wonder why Ruben Amorim waited until the 70th minute to make any substitutions? And why United couldn't muster a shot on target until a couple of minutes later? And whether it'll ever get any better?  CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 00:45 Bruno Fernandes: The Lifeline 02:25 Defensive Woes and Maguire's Struggles 07:05 Goalkeeping Concerns 10:42 Offensive Issues and Team Dynamics 17:23 Managerial Decisions 29:37 Europa League Hopes 31:34 Controversial Penalty Decision 33:30 Transfers and Player Performance 34:29 Relegation Battle 38:27 Youth Players and Team Dynamics 45:57 Financial Challenges and Player Sales 56:11 Closing 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

23 Feb 1h 3min

#823 | United have drawn Real Sociedad in the Europa League - a tough draw against a strong Spanish side, albeit one that's not having the best season. The prize on offer for United: a back door into next season's Champions League. It's there and you can almost touch it. But only if Ruben Amorim's team doesn't blow it first. Ed and Dominic discuss. CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction and Europa League Draw Overview 00:53 Analyzing the Draw: Real Sociedad 03:17 Challenges and Opportunities in the Europa League 07:59 Financial Stakes 11:20 Injury Concerns and Squad Depth 20:53 Everton at the weekend 23:02 Conclusion and 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 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

21 Feb 25min

#822 | INEOS closed their acquisition of around 25% of Manchester United a year ago (now up to more than 28%) and the change has been stark and sometimes brutal. Layoffs, cost-cutting, poor management decision making. It's an attempt to turn the club around but with brutal consequences. How should we think about it. Ed and Tom try and digest a year of change. CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 00:29 Reflecting on United's Past Year 01:20 Financial Struggles and Cost Cutting 02:11 The Telegraph Article and INEOS Critique 04:42 Transfer Mismanagement 07:21 Leadership Failures and Communication Issues 12:14 Future Prospects and 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 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

20 Feb 28min

#821 | Defeat to Spurs for the third time this season. This one hit a little different, with an injury crisis prompting United to start the game with eight teenagers on the bench. Not that Ruben Amorim was tempted to use the kids for long - Chido Obi enjoying about three minutes at the end of another disappointing game. This was a poor quality game, a ninth defeat for Amorim, leaving United in 15th place. FIFTEENTH PLACE. CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 00:51 Injuries and Squad Challenges 01:54 Performance Analysis 02:36 Midfield Struggles 03:45 Fan Reactions 05:52 Player Development and Future Prospects 10:09 Striker Issues and Goal Scoring Woes 14:04 Commentary on Pundits and Rivals 21:33 Ex-United Players as Pundits 22:21 Paul Scholes' Perspective 24:46 Rio Ferdinand's Interview 26:26 Onana's Performance 26:44 James Maddison 31:03 Everton's Revival Under Moyes 37:23 United's Defensive Woes 38:15 Concluding Thoughts and Farewell 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

16 Feb 41min

#820 | United have a problem - Josh Zirkzee and Rasmus Hojlund aren't scoring goals and yet they cost so much money it's going to be a problem for United to move either of them on in the summer. How did we get in this mess and how do we get out. With Ed and Dominic. CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 00:16 United's Striker Dilemma 02:20 Failed Striker Signings 03:17 Modern Striker Trends 07:55 Financial Constraints and Future Prospects 18:34 Potential Transfers and Targets 30:30 Conclusion and 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 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

14 Feb 33min

#819 | Ed and Isabel dive deep into the current state of the club, including dressing room chatter about Ruben Amorim's tactics. Is there player discontent to go along with and the broader issues facing the club, including tight finances, job cuts and far too many defeats on the pitch. Despite the negativity, they explore the potential path forward for the club under Amorim's leadership and the need for patience and strategic decision-making. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Host Introduction 00:37 Discussing Ruben Amorim and Player Discontent 01:10 Analyzing Player Responsibility and Tactics 03:59 Fan Support and Dressing Room Dynamics 10:05 Young Players and Future Strategy 18:30 Challenges and Path Forward 20:40 Conclusion and 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 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

12 Feb 23min

#818 | Mailbag episode! Ed and Adam discuss United's current state and future prospects. They breakdown potential managerial changes, hypothetical squad adjustments, and the importance of financial prudence under current ownership. Listener questions lead to analyses of Ruben Amorim's tactical flexibility, the need for versatile player profiles, and comparisons to historical precedents. Financial constraints and future investments are also covered, along with nostalgic reflections on past managers and players. The episode closes with a Q&A touching on, among other nonsense, the classic 'wheels vs. doors' debate. 00:00 Introduction and Patreon Support 00:42 Monday Mailbag Kickoff 00:59 Weekend Football Recap 01:51 Team and Manager Tactics 03:41 Transfer Talk 04:23 Season Predictions 06:59 Managerial Flexibility 20:03 Midfield Issues and Player Roles 25:33 Financial Pathways 30:37 Financial Literacy and Glazers' Sale 31:58 United's PSR Challenges 33:41 Impact of Player Sales and Financial Management 38:24 Commercial Revenue 39:20 Nostalgic Questions and Ex-United Players 40:43 Post-Fergie Managers and Their Impact 48:53 Disliked United Players 52:23 Wheels vs. Doors 56:10 Farewell 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

10 Feb 59min

#817 | FA Cup victory over Leicester through a last-minute Harry Maguire goal. It should be one of those very special nights at Old Trafford. So why does it feel so flat? We should be moving forward and yet the team, the system and even the fans feel more confused than ever. Ed and Tom enjoy the win but can't help but feel concerned. CHAPTERS Analysing United's Lucky Escape and Amorim's Tactical Dilemma 00:00 Introduction and Initial Reactions 00:58 Controversial Offside and Match Analysis 01:47 United's Performance and Player Critiques 03:29 Managerial Decisions and Tactics 07:39 Fan Reactions 14:47 Financial Constraints and Squad Management 31:53 Young Players and High Expectations 32:31 Managerial Strategies and Challenges 34:27 VAR Controversy 35:53 Struggles with Consistency 37:54 Hopes for Future Improvements 44:29 Upcoming Matches 52:14 Reflections on the Season 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

8 Feb 56min