United, Inc: Transfers, Stadium, and the Business of Football

#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 - You can take advantage of our Exclusive NordVPN deal including four months free on the two year plan and a 30-day money back guarantee. Go to → https://nordvpn.com/nqat AG1 - We have a very special offer worth £82: Subscribe now and get 5 Travel Packs, a Vitamin D3 + K2 bottle, a Welcome Kit & the AG1 Morning Person Cap with your first subscription. Go to → https://drinkAG1.com/nqat 00:00 An Epic Match! 01:37 The Turning Point: From Despair to Hope 05:32 Extra Time Madness 07:35 Player Performances and Tactical Analysis 12:23 Goalkeeper Critique 20:17 Defensive Struggles 25:37 Media Criticism and Punditry 37:15 Premier League Challenges and Relegation Battle 40:35 Penalty Controversies and Defensive Struggles 42:33 Season Expectations 46:06 Europa League Prospects 01:02:22 Harry Maguire's Goal and Reactions 01:06:39 Closing 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

18 Apr 1h 12min

#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, where they evaluate player performances, tactical setups, and the improvements needed. They also touch upon the team's injury woes, especially regarding players like Luke Shaw and Mason Mount, and the potential summer transfers required to bolster the squad. 00:00 Introduction 01:27 Analysing the Newcastle Defeat 04:22 Contextualizing the Season's Performance 06:00 Previewing the Lyon Match 10:46 Key Players and Tactical Insights 15:31 United's Tactical Transformation 16:09 Personnel Challenges 17:01 Buildup Play 19:58 Young Talent 25:50 Summer Plans 27:52 Reflections Sponsors NordVPN - You can take advantage of our Exclusive NordVPN deal including four months free on the two year plan and a 30-day money back guarantee. Go to → https://nordvpn.com/nqat AG1 - We have a very special offer worth £82: Subscribe now and get 5 Travel Packs, a Vitamin D3 + K2 bottle, a Welcome Kit & the AG1 Morning Person Cap with your first subscription. Go to → https://drinkAG1.com/nqat 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

14 Apr 33min

#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 the North East, worry about Josh Zirkzee's injury and then look ahead to Lyon at Old Trafford on Thursday. 00:00 Introduction 00:58 Discussion on Women's Team Performance 03:04 Defeat to Newcastle 03:43 Team Strategy 07:43 Defensive Errors 13:00 Squad Changes 37:23 Defensive Mistakes 37:50 Systemic Issues 41:02 Player Accountability 42:21 Striker Dilemmas 49:32 Financial Implications 51:44 Upcoming Match Against Lyon 01:02:05 Concluding Thoughts Sponsors NordVPN - You can take advantage of our Exclusive NordVPN deal including four months free on the two year plan and a 30-day money back guarantee. Go to → https://nordvpn.com/nqat AG1 - We have a very special offer worth £82: Subscribe now and get 5 Travel Packs, a Vitamin D3 + K2 bottle, a Welcome Kit & the AG1 Morning Person Cap with your first subscription. Go to → https://drinkAG1.com/nqat 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

13 Apr 1h 7min

#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 potential fit within the team's tactical system. The conversation also touches on future transfer strategies, the need for key signings, and the challenges United faces in reshaping the squad. 00:00 Introduction 00:43 Discussing Mason Mount's Performance 02:06 Challenges and Injuries 02:45 Comparing Mount with Other Players 05:28 Team Strategy 08:34 Mount and the Transfer Market 24:29 Data Analytics 30:01 Conclusion Sponsors NordVPN - You can take advantage of our Exclusive NordVPN deal including four months free on the two year plan and a 30-day money back guarantee. Go to → https://nordvpn.com/nqat AG1 - We have a very special offer worth £82: Subscribe now and get 5 Travel Packs, a Vitamin D3 + K2 bottle, a Welcome Kit & the AG1 Morning Person Cap with your first subscription. Go to → https://drinkAG1.com/nqat 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

11 Apr 33min

#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 complete the job next week. Finally, there's a look ahead to the game against Newcastle on Sunday. Sponsors NordVPN - You can take advantage of our Exclusive NordVPN deal including four months free on the two year plan and a 30-day money back guarantee. Go to → https://nordvpn.com/nqat AG1 - We have a very special offer worth £82: Subscribe now and get 5 Travel Packs, a Vitamin D3 + K2 bottle, a Welcome Kit & the AG1 Morning Person Cap with your first subscription. Go to → https://drinkAG1.com/nqat Run of Show 00:00 Introduction and Initial Reactions 01:00 Andre Onana's Controversial Performance 06:48 Analyzing United's Attacking Struggles 07:51 Garnacho and Hoyland: Young Talents Under Scrutiny 16:54 Defensive Concerns and Pressing Issues 24:43 Europa League Hopes and Future Prospects 31:14 Player Analysis: Liam Dela 32:41 The Search for a Proven Striker 35:18 Defensive Concerns and Team Dynamics 38:20 Financial Implications of Winning 43:42 Newcastle Match Preview 49:47 Ownership and Geopolitics in Football 57:49 Podcast Plug and Conclusion 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

11 Apr 1h 1min

#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 United's attackers and debate the impact of specific players on the team's overall performance. The discussion is rounded off with a look ahead to the European clash with Lyon. 00:00 Introduction 00:51 Match Analysis: United vs City 08:31 Player Performance: Casimiro's Role 10:59 Defensive Strategies and Passing Dynamics 16:16 Rasmus Hojlund's Limited Impact 16:59 Tactical Adjustments and Wingback Performance 19:15 Previewing the Match Against Leon 19:44 Paolo Fonseca's Coaching Style 20:52 Key Players and Strategy 22:04 Defensive Improvements Under Amorim 25:06 Travel Plans and European Football Nostalgia 28:52 Final Thoughts Sponsors NordVPN - You can take advantage of our Exclusive NordVPN deal including four months free on the two year plan and a 30-day money back guarantee. Go to → https://nordvpn.com/nqat AG1 - We have a very special offer worth £82: Subscribe now and get 5 Travel Packs, a Vitamin D3 + K2 bottle, a Welcome Kit & the AG1 Morning Person Cap with your first subscription. Go to → https://drinkAG1.com/nqat 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

7 Apr 33min

#849 | Has a Manchester derby ever had this little intensity? United's prize is in the Europa League this season; City are playing for fifth. Perhaps hearts and minds were elsewhere but this was a low-quality, entertainment-light, casual affair that felt more like a pre-season friendly than a intra-city rivalry. But being pro-podcasters means Ed and Dan go on anyway. Sponsors NordVPN - You can take advantage of our Exclusive NordVPN deal including four months free on the two year plan and a 30-day money back guarantee. Go to → https://nordvpn.com/nqat AG1 - We have a very special offer worth £82: Subscribe now and get 5 Travel Packs, a Vitamin D3 + K2 bottle, a Welcome Kit & the AG1 Morning Person Cap with your first subscription. Go to → https://drinkAG1.com/nqat Run of Show 00:00 Introduction 03:24 United vs. City 06:05 De Bruyne 08:57 Pep Guardiola's Integrity Rant 10:01 Sponsors Message 12:04 United's Tactical Setup 13:41 Player Performances 23:47 Evaluating Hojlund's Performance 29:13 Transfer Market 32:32 Upcoming Match Against Lyon 47:01 Closing 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

7 Apr 51min

#848 | Ed and Adam and Ed look forward to the derby, which is set amid a much wider context than just the game. For United, there's a decade of failure on the pitch and financial meltdown. For City, a relatively catastrophic season on the pitch and a looming verdict on 115 Premier League charges of systematic financial cheating. 00:00 Introduction 00:48 United vs City: A Crisis Comparison 03:12 City's Squad Planning Issues 07:00 United's Tactical Flexibility 11:10 Young Players Under Pressure 17:52 Financial Contrasts 19:26 City's Legal Troubles 24:31 Potential Outcomes and Appeals 26:30 Impact on English Football 40:14 Final Thoughts and Derby Hopes Sponsors NordVPN - You can take advantage of our Exclusive NordVPN deal including four months free on the two year plan and a 30-day money back guarantee. Go to → https://nordvpn.com/nqat AG1 - We have a very special offer worth £82: Subscribe now and get 5 Travel Packs, a Vitamin D3 + K2 bottle, a Welcome Kit & the AG1 Morning Person Cap with your first subscription. Go to → https://drinkAG1.com/nqat 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

5 Apr 44min