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Introducing - Manchester United: The Lost Tapes

This is Manchester United: The Lost Tapes. Stories about United's rich history, told in a way you've never heard before. Written by Wayne Barton, narrated by Patrick Barclay and produced by Studio 1878.


Episode One: Cantona

Eric Cantona’s arrival from Leeds United transformed Manchester United after a 25-year title drought, reshaping the club’s fortunes and igniting the Premier League’s imagination. Internal conflict at Leeds and Cantona’s infamous disciplinary issues under Howard Wilkinson, culminated in a startling twist when Leeds approached United about signing Dennis Irwin. Instead, United countered with an offer for Cantona—setting in motion one of football’s most pivotal transfers and redefining what it meant to be a United legend.


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Bitter Rivals

In the late 1990s and early noughties there were no more fierce rivals than Arsenal and Manchester United. From the mass brawl at Old Trafford in 1990, to trading titles in 1997, 1998 and 1999, two epic FA Cup semi-finals and pizzagate, no holds were barred.


Welcome to Hell

In 1993, Manchester United ended the 26-year wait to win a league title. Their reward for that piece of history was to compete in the European Cup. United had qualified for the semi-finals in each of their five campaigns under Sir Matt Busby, winning it in 1968. The club's first foray into the tournament tin almost a quarter of a century was to end in stunning, controversial fashion, with one of the most memorable ties in the history of the competition. This is Manchester United's Welcome to Hell.


Knighton

It is 1989 and Michael Knighton is on the Old Trafford pitch juggling a football and scoring at the Stratford End in front of a bemused crowd. Knighton had secured a £20m acquisition of Manchester United, agreeing to purchase shares from then club Chairman Martin Edwards. The investment would be put towards improving the first team and rebuilding the Stratford End. Yet, within a fortnight the deal had collapsed amid acrimony and accusations that Knighton didn't have the money to complete the deal. This is the inside story from those who covered it on the ground.


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  • 793. The Kids Are ... Nowhere in Sight

    39:55||Ep. 793
    #793 | 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.00:00 Introduction 00:51 Injuries and Squad Challenges01:54 Performance Analysis 02:36 Midfield Struggles 03:45 Fan Reactions 05:52 Player Development and Future Prospects10:09 Striker Issues and Goal Scoring Woes14:04 Commentary on Pundits and Rivals21:33 Ex-United Players as Pundits22:21 Paul Scholes' Perspective24:46 Rio Ferdinand's Interview 26:26 Onana's Performance 26:44 James Maddison 31:03 Everton's Revival Under Moyes37:23 United's Defensive Woes38:15 Concluding Thoughts and FarewellIf 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.
  • A Striking Problem

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    Daily #28 | 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.00:00 Introduction and Greetings00:16 United's Striker Dilemma02:20 Failed Striker Signings03:17 Modern Striker Trends07:55 Financial Constraints and Future Prospects18:34 Potential Transfers and Targets30:30 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsIf 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.
  • Dressing Room Discord

    21:06|
    Daily #27 | 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 Introduction00:37 Discussing Ruben Amorim and Player Discontent01:10 Analyzing Player Responsibility and Tactics03:59 Fan Support and Dressing Room Dynamics10:05 Young Players and Future Strategy18:30 Challenges and Path Forward20:40 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsIf 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.
  • 792. Revenge of the Mailbag

    57:08||Ep. 792
    #792 | 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 Support00:42 Monday Mailbag Kickoff00:59 Weekend Football Recap01:51 Team and Manager Tactics03:41 Transfer Talk 04:23 Season Predictions 06:59 Managerial Flexibility 20:03 Midfield Issues and Player Roles25:33 Financial Pathways30:37 Financial Literacy and Glazers' Sale31:58 United's PSR Challenges33:41 Impact of Player Sales and Financial Management38:24 Commercial Revenue 39:20 Nostalgic Questions and Ex-United Players40:43 Post-Fergie Managers and Their Impact48:53 Disliked United Players 52:23 Wheels vs. Doors 56:10 FarewellIf 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.
  • 791. Slabhead vs the Horseshoe

    54:34||Ep. 791
    #791 | 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.---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.<strong>Show Notes</strong>Analysing United's Lucky Escape and Amorim's Tactical DilemmaIn this episode of 'No Question About That', hosts Ed and Tom discuss Manchester United's recent match, analysing a last-minute win thanks to Harry Maguire’s goal and the absence of VAR. They critique the team's tactical setup, focusing on the controversial use of inverted wing-backs and the underwhelming performance despite a favourable result. They also delve into Ruben Amorim's managerial approach, questioning the dogmatic adherence to his tactics and the impact on player confidence and development. Amid their concerns, they express hope for future improvements and better performances from the team.00:00 Introduction and Initial Reactions00:58 Controversial Offside and Match Analysis01:47 United's Performance and Player Critiques03:29 Managerial Decisions and Tactics07:39 Fan Reactions14:47 Financial Constraints and Squad Management31:53 Young Players and High Expectations32:31 Managerial Strategies and Challenges34:27 VAR Controversy35:53 Struggles with Consistency37:54 Hopes for Future Improvements44:29 Upcoming Matches52:14 Reflections on the Season
  • Trailer - The Lost Tapes: Episode Three - Knighton 1989

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    Manchester United: The Lost Tapes episode three is out now on all podcast platforms. We think you'll love it. More below.---Manchester United has been subject to numerous takeover attempts in its rich and controversial history. In the early 1980s, Robert Maxwell chanced his arm, so too did Rupert Murdoch with BSkyB in 1998. We all know about the Glazer family's seizing of control in 2005 and Sir Jim Ratcliffe's recent acquisition of a minor but controlling share.Still, perhaps the most infamous of all remains Michael Knighton's fascinating attempt to buy Manchester United in the summer of 1989. You'll remember many of the details, surely. The sight of the former schoolteacher doing Trafford pitch before the opening day of the season has gone down in legend.United spent big, as Knighton promised the world. Yet, before Christmas, his takeover bid had collapsed, and he was proclaimed as a Walter Mitty character by the press. What went wrong has often been disputed. Now, for the first time, you'll hear the reasons for the breakdown, as it happened, told by those who were involved at the time.This is Manchester United, The Lost Tapes. Stories from United's rich history, told in a way you've never heard before.
  • Window S̶l̶a̶m̶s̶ ̶S̶h̶u̶t̶ Closes Meekly

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    Daily #26 | The winter transfer window has closed not so much with a bang but a whimper as far as Manchester United are concerned. There are three in and three out... and yet the details matter. United have bought one senior player and two youth players this January, and then loaned three senior players out - including Marcus Rashford. Ed and Dominic analyse the window, what it means for United's transfer strategy, and where the club might go from here.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.
  • 790. (Old Trafford) Where Eagles Soar

    52:25||Ep. 790
    #790 | Beaten by Crystal Palace at Old Trafford for the fourth time in five years. Not so much a fortress as as comfortable nest for the Eagles. United, without a striker on the pitch, were toothless (in the Premier League) once again. There were chances but only in halves and United are far from an efficient finishing team anyway. It's a seventh defeat at Old Trafford this season and, frankly, one United deserved. After a decent performance in midweek, where do United go from here? Ed and Dan discuss the game, look at the transfer market, and preview Leicester's trip to Old Trafford in the FA Cup.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.
  • How to Evolve the Squad

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    Daily #25 | United face a tricky process evolving Ruben Amorim's squad to fit the new manager's needs. The club needs to restructure the wage budget and target players who are willing to come to a non Champions League club (without the Champions League wages)... while trying to get decent fees for players who are wanted. Ed and Adam discuss.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.