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Ep. 718

#718 | It's a midweek with no European football at United so a chance to take stock on the latest news, take some listener questions and look ahead to United's game with Bournemouth at the weekend. With Ed & Tom.


00:00 The State of United

05:00 Challenges Faced by Lower League Clubs

09:00 Politics and Football

15:00 The Departure of John Murtough

24:00 Potential Benefits of Finishing Outside the European Spots

30:00 Proof of Funds Issue in the Failed Qatari Takeover

39:00 Succession Planning at Manchester United

44:00 Concerns About United's Lack of Consistency and Potential Mid-Table Finish


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