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Host Ian Irving is joined by The Athletic's Laurie Whitwell, Carl Anka and Andy Mitten on the world's biggest Manchester United podcast. Subscribe for expert insight from inside the club, breaking news and two episodes every week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Aug 5, 2021 • 57min
Varane and Sancho Enough for Title Challenge?
This is the one you've been waiting for; The Athletic's Manchester United podcast returns for the 2021/22 season with all your favourites returning.Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell, and Andy Mitten pick up their great work where we left off after the Europa League Final, and we've a fabulous new host, a man who is no stranger to the Old Trafford press box, Ian Irving.So, can Solskjaer manufacture a strong title challenge with two great recruits in Sancho and Varane bolstering the squad, and who else might we be looking at before the transfer deadline? There's plenty to discuss with the new season fast-approaching! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 2, 2021 • 57sec
The Athletic's Euro Stories - Preview
This summer The Athletic is bringing you the ultimate guide to the past eight European Championships. So as the continent gears up for Euro 2020, you can head back in time to the tournaments of yesteryear to hear memories, stories and music from some of your favourite football journalists.Go to the Beyond The Headline feed wherever you get your podcasts, or listen ad-free via The Athletic app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 27, 2021 • 37min
Reaction: Sunk by Submarines
The Athletic's Carl Anka, Andy Mitten & Laurie Whitwell discuss what went wrong for United as they are beaten by Villarreal in the Europa League Final and look back on a season that has ended in disappointment.Did Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's get the major decisions right on the night? Should he have left some options on the bench? Andy & Laurie share their experience of being in the stadium on the night and look at the areas that United still need to work on at the end of a fourth season without a trophy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 20, 2021 • 57min
Home Discomforts
The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten give their thoughts on United's goalkeeper situation ahead of the Europa League Final.Also, if Harry Kane does want to leave is he the right fit for United if Jadon Sancho is on the table.Carl talks about seeing that Cavani goal in the flesh and what are the reasons behind Unite'd terrible home form this season? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 12, 2021 • 56min
Cavani's new contract & why he signed it
The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten discuss a hectic week on and off the pitch for United.The lads look back on the defeat suffered by a second string United side at Old Trafford. Discuss the injury suffered by Harry Maguire. And detail Edison Cavani’s new contract, and how it may affect United’s transfer plans this summer...There is also a look at what might happen around Old Trafford ahead of Thursday's game with Liverpool. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 4, 2021 • 49min
Fan Protests: What Happens Next?
The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten reflect on the unprecedented scenes at Old Trafford on Sunday. They tell us what they saw at the stadium, debate the impact of the protests and ask whether there is more to come.There's also a look back at the comprehensive 1st leg victory over Roma, and discussion over Cavani's future at Manchester United Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 27, 2021 • 50min
Why Pogba didn't start at Leeds & fan protests
The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten look back on the return to Elland Road - Carl reveals the reason why Paul Pogba was on the bench.Also the lads discuss the protests against the Glazer family that have accelerated in the wake of the Super League proposal.And we look ahead to a big week on the pitch with the first leg on the Europa League semi against Roma and United welcome Liverpool to Old Trafford. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 21, 2021 • 51min
Woodward Resigns & The ESL Collapse
The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten gather to bring you expert insight into a chaotic few days at Manchester United, following the collapse of the European Super League.They discuss the resignation of Ed Woodward, and debate what this means for Manchester United.And what about the future of the owners? What will the Glazers do now the ESL is dead.This podcast was originally broadcast live on Twitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 19, 2021 • 50min
United and divided on Super League
The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten discuss the huge story of 12 clubs - including United - agreeing to form a breakaway league .The lads detail what it means to them , what they think will happen and tell you what they know reaction from inside the club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 14, 2021 • 48min
Why Cavani probably won’t stay & Rice on the radar
The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten look back on a hugely satisfying week for United topped off by that impressive win at Spurs.Andy reveals details of conversations with backroom staff after the win in Granada about Mason Greenwood and the lads discuss the future of another United striker Edison Cavani - can he be convinced to stay? Also, what to do with Jesse Lingard? On fire for West Ham but is it time to let him go to fund other transfers such as Declan Rice?Laurie shares some nuggets from his piece on Jose Mourinho’s time at Old Trafford including his public falling out with Paul Pogba. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


