The Tactics Show: Amorim's Ideal XI

#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 If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page.  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

3 Mars 202455min

#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. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page.  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

29 Feb 202449min

#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. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page.  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

25 Feb 20241h 5min

#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. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page.  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

22 Feb 20241h 23min

#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 If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page.  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

19 Feb 20241h

#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 If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page.  No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Google, Stitcher, 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

11 Feb 202450min

#702 No midweek game, but plenty to talk about as usual at Manchester United. Commemorations took place this week to mark the anniversary of the Munich crash, with partial new owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe in attendance for the first time. There's a report that the new INEOS team is looking at paths to redevelop or rebuild Old Trafford. And finally there's a game against Aston Villa at the weekend. With Ed & Wayne. 00:00 Introduction 03:02 Munich Commemorations 10:22 INEOS Ownership and Stadium Vision 13:45 Debt and Financing Options 19:04 Logic vs. Sentiment: Refurbish or Build New 28:37 Preserving History in a New Stadium 36:59 Government Involvement in Football Finance 41:08 Aston Villa Preview 45:04 Concerns about Martinez's Absence 46:16 Improved Form of Rasmus Hojlund 50:27 The Importance of Team Cohesion 51:24 The Need for Marcus Rashford's Scoring 52:23 Memorable Games at Villa Park 56:04 Anticipated Changes at Manchester United If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page.  No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Google, Stitcher, 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

8 Feb 202456min

#701. United secure a comfortable victory over David Moyes' West Ham at Old Trafford. Is this finally the turning point? Two goals from Alejandro Garnacho and another from Rasmus Hojlund set United up for a crucial three points. But will Lisandro Martinez injury cast a shadow over a decent performance? Ed & Dan discuss all the fallout. For backers, we talk about the players most likely to leave the club this summer. 00:00 Introduction and David Moyes' Record 01:02 Manchester United's Performance 02:11 Injuries and Fitness Concerns 06:27 Diogo Dalot's Performance 08:22 Mason Greenwood's Form and Potential Sale 09:15 Raphael Varane and Casemiro's Performances 11:23 The Importance of Experience in the Squad 12:44 Potential Transfers in the Summer 25:22 Balancing the Team and Potential Signings 28:09 Erik ten Hag's Transfer Influence 32:46 Building Team Spirit 35:21 The Role of Onana, Lisandro, and Mainoo in build-up 37:53 Upcoming Changes in Management 39:24 The Impact of INEOS Partial Takeover 41:14 Transfer Needs 42:04 Aston Villa's Performance 45:11 Villa Game's Importance 46:47 Competition with Villa and Tottenham 47:03 Ten Hag's Impact on United 47:33 Martinez's Importance to United 48:58 Kalvin Phillips, LOLs 52:11 Leeds' Curious Signings 53:09 Wrap-up If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page.  No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Google, Stitcher, 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

4 Feb 202453min