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A Complete History Of Manchester United - 1946/47 - Matt Busby's first season in charge
The war is over, football is back — and so is Manchester United, with a brand-new manager at the helm: Matt Busby.
In this episode, Wayne Barton and the late Paddy Barclay kick off the post-war era with a deep dive into the 1946/47 season, the very first under the legendary Busby. We break down how he began reshaping the club, the key players who helped him finish second in the league, and what made this team so different from what came before.
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Welcome to A Complete History of Manchester United — the podcast where football writers Wayne Barton and the late great Paddy Barclay dive headfirst into every single United season, one episode at a time.
In each episode, we look back at the team line-ups, the standout players, the key matches, and the biggest talking points from that year. Whether it's title wins, near-misses, new signings, or unforgettable goals, Wayne and Paddy bring all the drama, insight, and nostalgia from every corner of United's long and legendary history.
If you're a lifelong Red or just football-obsessed, this is the ultimate season-by-season journey through Manchester United's past now in audio form.
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