No Question About That - a Manchester United podcast

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Wem-ber lee, with John McNicoll Jun 27, 2025

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#883 | Ed talks to John McNicoll about his new book Wem-ber-lee, which looks back on the pivotal 1989-90 season. They cover the sacking of Ron Atkinson, Ferguson's early managerial struggles, and his job-saving FA Cup run featuring key figures like Lee Martin, Jim Leighton, and Mark Robins. McNicoll shares insights into the team's dynamics, crucial moments, and how this season set the stage for United's future successes.

https://www.pitchpublishing.co.uk/shop/wem-ber-lee 00:00 Introduction 00:46 Synopsis of the Book 01:20 Genesis of the Book 02:27 Nostalgia and Historical Context 04:10 The Hunger Years 09:37 FA Cup Journey 13:23 The Final and Its Impact 18:34 Ferguson's Gamble and Legacy 24:30 The Importance of the Cup Final 27:27 Fan Discontent and Banner Incident 32:50 Squad Analysis and Injuries 37:12 Ferguson's Project and Future Success 39:51 Reflections

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United, Inc: All About The Cash! Jun 25, 2025

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#882 | Ed and Jamie talk about United's finances in this episode of "United Inc," including detailed analysis of the club's cash position, revealing a precarious situation compared to a few years ago. They also discuss the complexities and delays in player exits, including Marcus Rashford, Anthony, and Jadon Sancho, and the financial strategies underpinning these moves. The conversation extends to the broader market, touching on other clubs’ financial maneuvers, sell-on clauses, and implications for United. Additionally, the episode highlights the importance of the academy and loan systems in maintaining the club’s financial health and player development pipeline. 00:00 Introduction 02:33 United's Cash Position 14:48 Transfer Market Dynamics 19:46 Player Sales Analysis 45:37 Closing Thoughts

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Trailer: Start Here Jun 25, 2025

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No Question About That is the original independent fan-published podcast covering Manchester United. Hosted by Ed, with contributions from Dan, Tom, Wayne, Dharnish, Jamie, Adam, Dominic and Isabel. NQAT covers the latest games, news, business, politics and fan culture at the world’s best supported club. There are two main shows each week, a tactics show and a football finance show, with the occasional interview to spice things up. For backers on Patreon and Apple Podcasts we produce NQAT Extra weekly.

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Striking Problems Jun 19, 2025

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#881 | Ed and Adam discuss United's approach to buying a striker in transfer window, ticket prices, fixtures and more changes in the academy set up. United face a significant challenge adding to the squad this summer with complex negotiations happening for Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo, while the club reportedly looks at alternatives to Liam Delap and Viktor Gyokeres. In what order should the club prioritise different positions while navigating a tight budget? Off the pitch recent ticket pricing changes have hit fans, while the structure of the youth academy comes under scrutiny with the news that Nick Cox is leaving. Then there's an in-depth interview with United CEO Omar Berrada by Andy Mitten in UWS.

00:00 Introduction
00:42 Transfer Window Challenges
04:55 Fixture List Analysis
10:29 Ticket Pricing Controversy
20:22 Berrada Interview
31:46 Nick Cox's Departure
38:50 Striker Dilemma
41:30 Squad Building
43:44 Holistic Approach to Strengthening the Team
58:29 Concluding Thoughts

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The Tactics Show: Assessing Amoball 2.0 Jun 11, 2025

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#880 | Ed and Dharnish discuss United's upcoming tactical shifts given three (potential) new signings coming on board including Matteus Cunha, Bryan Mbuemo, and Viktor Gyökeres. They highlight the need for better progression out of defence and the tactical roles of new and existing players in Ruben Amorim's second season. The conversation also touches on the financial aspects of transfers and the necessity of selling some current players to balance the books. 00:00 Introduction 02:59 Discussing Last Season and Need for Rebuild 04:20 Transfer Strategy and New Signings 06:47 Tactical Analysis of New Attack 09:20 Player Profiles: Cunha and Mbeumo 31:47 Striker Options and Osimhen Discussion 38:22 Transfer Outgoings and Squad Management 43:48 Concluding Thoughts

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United, Inc: The Great Financial Reset Jun 07, 2025

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#879 | Ed and Jamie (aka Sub-Prime Goals) analyse Manchester United's latest Q3 financial report. They discuss the positive outcomes, including a 22% reduction in wages and the impact of key player transfers on the club’s finances. The discussion also covers the restructuring process led by Sir Jim Ratcliffe, potential summer transfers, and the implications of the financial shifts for next season. 📖 CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction and Overview 01:21 Financial Restructuring and Impact 05:29 Player Wages and Transfer Impact 10:44 Challenges and Future Strategies 16:34 Sponsorships and Financial Health 23:15 Financial Exclusions and FX Concerns 25:02 Public Listing Disadvantages 26:18 Transfer Window and Squad Strategy 32:46 Potential Risks in Transfer Market 36:10 Leadership Changes and Future Plans 39:11 Premier League Financial Maneuvers 42:18 Concluding Thoughts

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Transfers Madness! Jun 04, 2025

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#878 | Ed and Dominic discuss the whirlwind start to Manchester United's transfer window amidst the backdrop of the FIFA Club World Cup. They analyse the confirmed signing of Matteus Cunha from Wolves for £62.5 million, breaking down the financial structuring of the deal and his potential impact on the team. They analyse Bryan Mbeuno's potential signature and dive into potential exits, including scenarios surrounding Rashford, Garnacho, Antony and Sancho. They debate the broader implications of these moves on squad dynamics, formation strategies, and financial flexibility. Additionally, the roles of current stars like Bruno and Amad are scrutinised. The episode wraps up with a discussion on the team's need for a new goalkeeper, potential candidates, and broader squad improvements required for the season ahead. 00:00 Introduction 01:52 Matteus Cunha Transfer Details 06:17 Financial Implications and Club Strategy 09:20 Player Dynamics and Social Media Impact 15:33 Squad Changes and Tactical Considerations 24:37 Amad and Bruno's Roles 26:33 Midfield Weaknesses and Tactical Concerns 40:38 Goalkeeper Dilemmas 45:58 Financial Analysis and Future Prospects

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End-of-Season Mailbag May 29, 2025

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#877 | Ed and Wayne skip the usual NQAT awards ceremony and dive into the end-of-season mailbag instead. Bruno Fernandes was Player of the Year, obviously. THat's all. Answering questions from listeners, they discuss the club's financial struggle and speculate about the complexities of offloading unwanted players. Concerns over failed transfers, management inefficiencies, and the club's declining global brand are also highlighted. Questions also dive into historical failures in recruitment and ponder the worst players signed by Sir Alex Ferguson. Also, there's a strangely long discussion about who would win a wheelbarrow race among footballing brothers. 📖 CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 01:21 Mailbag: Transfer Market Concerns 05:15 Worst Player Signings Under Fergie 07:11 Recent Team Performance 11:38 Managerial Player Relations 19:14 Midfield Recruitment Issues 21:47 Youth Talent and Transfer Policies 23:08 Striker Performance 25:54 The Glazers' Mismanagement 35:33 Phil Jones 42:13 Footballing Brothers 48:23 Farewell

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Nacho Fired (More to Come) May 25, 2025

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#876 | Ed and Dan discuss the final game of the season against Aston Villa, closing out a dreadful season on a win. They reflect on personal travel anecdotes and quirky encounters in Bilbao and then shift focus to United's post-season activity with heavy turnover among players expected. First victim: Alejandro Garnacho, fired by Ruben Amorim in front of the squad this week. 📖 CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 00:42 Travel Stories 02:34 Match Analysis: United vs Villa 09:06 Transfer Market and Future Prospects 28:46 Player Departures 33:20 Bruno's Future 41:46 Next Season's Strategy 47:06 Fan Interactions 53:03 Season Summary and Final Thoughts

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United, Inc: United's Finances Post-Europa Loss May 23, 2025

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#875 | Ed and Jamie talk about financial implications of missing out on the Champions League, which means a substantial drop in revenue/opportunity lost, more cost management, and an impact on the summer transfer window. They assess the potential of a transfer strategy heavily reliant on cost-effective signings and youth development. Possible player sales and financial maneuvers, including the women's team valuation and a contentious post-season tour, are examined for their roles in stabilising the club's economic health. Despite the bleak outlook, cautious optimism is maintained.

📖 CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 01:18 Financial Implications of Missing Champions League 05:41 Revenue Breakdown and Financial Strategies 13:52 Summer Transfer Budget and Strategy 21:33 Financial Implications of Player Sales 24:48 Youth Prospects and Bargain Deals 27:46 Women's Team Valuation and Strategy 32:02 Post-Season Tour and Financial Gains 36:00 Concluding Thoughts

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