No Question About That - a Manchester United podcast

• Pathways and Pressure

  #946 | Ed and Dharnish reflect on United’s recent run, using the games against West Ham and Wolves as a lens to assess where Ruben Amorim’s side is making progress and where problems persist. They dig into tactical patterns, selection decisions, and how absences for AFCON are exposing the limits of the squad. The conversation broadens into the issues shaping United’s season – financial constraints, January options that look more theoretical than realistic, and the ongoing tension between short-term fixes and long-term planning. There’s also a discussion on the club’s relationship with its academy, why pathway matters culturally as well as competitively, and what it says about United when young players are trusted – or overlooked. The episode also covers the women’s team’s recent struggles, a positive note from the Youth Cup win over Peterborough, and the emergence of JJ Gabriel as a player to watch. The show closes with a look ahead to Bournemouth and growing concerns about depth as the calendar tightens. 00:00 Introduction 02:03 Looking back on West Ham and Wolves 07:21 Assessing Amorim's Progress 12:22 United's Financial Situation 17:36 January Transfer Window 27:51 Women's Team Update 30:57 Youth Cup and JJ Gabriel 36:16 Bournemouth Preview 46:18 World Cup Ticket Prices 53:30 Wrap Up If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing a weekly exclusive bonus episode, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Supporter funded episodes are ad-free. NQAT is available on all podcast apps and in video on YouTube. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review on Apple or Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• United, Inc: Shaky Foundations, Rational Strategy

  #945 | In this episode of the United Inc, NQAT's Finance Pod, Ed and Jamie discuss Manchester United's financial performance in Q1, covering July through September. They highlight the club's revenue, operating losses, and debt situation, noting that while total revenue was slightly down year-over-year, the club has made some progress in cost reductions, including wage cuts and staffing changes. However, the club's debt has increased to approximately £750 million. The episode also explores the impact of United's financial condition on potential player transfers and the football team’s overall strategy, emphasising the need for rational decisions and long-term financial stability. 00:00 Introduction 00:42 On-Pitch Performance vs Financial Reality 22:15 Europa League Impact on Revenue 30:46 Credit Facility and Financial Constraints 31:10 Staff Cuts and Restructuring 32:46 Player Bonuses and Contract Structure 33:24 Wage Bill Analysis 34:00 The Rebuild Strategy and Taking Pain 36:02 Transfer Spending Strategy If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing a weekly exclusive bonus episode, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Supporter funded episodes are ad-free. NQAT is available on all podcast apps and in video on YouTube. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review on Apple or Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Taking a Bite Out of Wolves

  #944 | Ed and Dan break down United's 4-1 win at Molineux – a result shaped as much by Wolves' collapse as United's competence. They look at the tactical choices that set the tone, the patterns that still need work, and the individuals who shifted the game. There's detailed discussion of Bruno Fernandes' influence, Matheus Cunha's threat, and the ongoing debate about structures, roles, and whether this squad is being built on solid foundations or short-term patchwork. The conversation also moves into wider themes: confidence, fragility, the value of giving academy players clear pathways, and what this performance means for United's European ambitions. The show closes with thoughts on squad planning and the next steps for Kobbie Mainoo as he navigates an already heavy spotlight. 00:00 Introduction00:30 Wolves 1–4 Manchester United02:48 Goals, breakdowns, and defensive errors08:32 Second-half control and structural tweaks14:19 Formations, selection choices, and the 'platforming' debate21:32 Confidence, mentality, and how the team responds to setbacks30:03 Youth development and academy integration37:26 European competition prospects44:39 Kobbie Mainoo If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing a weekly exclusive bonus episode, check out our ⁠Patreon page⁠ or subscribe on ⁠Apple⁠ Podcasts. Supporter funded episodes are ad-free. NQAT is available on all podcast apps and in video on ⁠YouTube⁠. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review on ⁠Apple⁠ or ⁠Spotify⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Pure Frustration

  #943 | Ed and Dharnish dissect Manchester United's 1-1 draw against West Ham at Old Trafford. They discuss the game's key moments, defensive lapses, and tactical decisions, including the four defensive substitutions that stifled attacking momentum. The conversation touches on the struggles in maintaining consistent performance levels and the overall progression under Ruben Amorim. The episode also previews Monday night's fixture against Wolves. No trouble there, then? 00:00 Introduction and Initial Reactions 03:12 Team Selection and Defensive Changes 09:49 System Concerns 16:00 Goals and Missed Opportunities 24:25 Managerial Pressure 28:09 Looking Ahead to Wolves 33:24 Squad Depth and Tactical Challenges 38:04 Closing Thoughts If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing a weekly exclusive bonus episode, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Supporter funded episodes are ad-free. NQAT is available on all podcast apps and in video on YouTube. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review on Apple or Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• The Tactics Show: Set Pieces, Wing Backs and Squad Dynamics

  #942 | Ed, Daniel and Dharnish break down the 2-1 win over Crystal Palace with a focus on what actually drove the result. The first half offered little control or invention. The second half looked sharper but still exposed the same structural problems that keep holding United back. They examine the setup, the halftime tweaks, and why the team continue to lean so heavily on set pieces for threat. There’s a detailed look at Bruno’s role, Lisandro Martinez’s influence on the back line, and why the wingback positions remain such a drag on the system. Injuries, profiles, and mismatched roles all come into play. The episode wraps with a frank look at recruitment. What profiles are missing, what could fix the open play issues, and which moves in the next windows would actually move the squad toward something coherent. 00:00 Introduction 00:52 Match overview 02:02 First half 03:23 Lineup and approach 05:18 Player profiles and performances 08:14 Second half changes 11:05 Defence and Martinez 16:30 Wingback issues 19:07 Open play chance creation 21:58 Squad needs and transfer ideas 24:46 Set pieces 29:15 Closing thoughts If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing a weekly exclusive bonus episode, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Supporter funded episodes are ad-free. NQAT is available on all podcast apps and in video on YouTube. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review on Apple or Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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