

Devils in the Details – A Podcast About Manchester United
Aaron Moniz and Kees van Hemmen
A Manchester United podcast focused on detailed, evidence driven analysis. Hosted by Aaron Moniz (@amonizfootball) and Kees van Hemmen (@HemmenKees) – two data scientists and United fans.
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Jan 20, 2025 • 1h 23min
#105: Tiring Squad and Tactical Teething Issues Evident Against Southampton and Brighton
This week, we discussed the difficulties of a squad that slowly narrows in size as Amorim narrows in on the qualities of his players, as well as the tactical adoption and personnel issues involved in United's struggle to 3 points from 6 against Southampton and Brighton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 13, 2025 • 1h 5min
#104: Huge FA Cup Triumph at Arsenal, and Evaluating Left Wing Back Links
This week, United knocked Arsenal out of the FA Cup after a dramatic three-hour tie. We discuss the performance from a tactical, chronological, and key personnel standpoint before evaluating links to five left wing backs: Alphonso Davies, Nuno Mendes, Milos Kerkez, Patrick Dorgu, and Alvaro Fernandez. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 6, 2025 • 1h 1min
#103: Many Positives, Few Points as United Hold Liverpool to a Draw at Anfield
This week, Aaron discusses topical big game tactical and personnel ideas in light of United's promising draw at Anfield. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 30, 2024 • 44min
#102: Bottom Half After Boxing Day
United's misfortunes continued through the holiday period, so we took the opportunity this week to discuss the ways in which things are and are not as bad as they seem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 23, 2024 • 48min
#101: The Basque Grinch Steals Christmas
James and Kees discuss Man United's frustrating loss to Bournemouth at Old Trafford to kick off the festive fixtures, including discussions about set piece defending, composure, and Marcus Rashford. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 16, 2024 • 1h 16min
#100: Manchester Derby Victory Marks Our Centennial Episode
This week, we celebrate the podcast's 100th episode with a discussion about the Manchester Derby victory and early tactical insights into Ruben Amorim's tenure: early progress, key future objectives, and player revelations. We also discuss the prospective signing of 17-year-old Diego León from Cerro Porteño and links to Éderson of Atalanta. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 9, 2024 • 1h 9min
#99: Positives To Take From Frustrating Defeats
This week, we discuss the difficulties United faced in defeats to Arsenal and Nottingham Forest, and the positives that have been apparent regardless under Ruben Amorim. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 5, 2024 • 59min
#98: Amorim's First Loss and Learning From Arsenal
In this episode, we took a look through Amorim's Starting XI decisions and broad tactical concepts from United's loss against Arsenal. We also discussed Arteta's side, their influence over the game, and what United can learn from them moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 2, 2024 • 41min
#97: Amorim's United Flatten Everton
Kees discusses United's 4-0 victory over Everton at Old Trafford, as well as answering some QA from listeners surrounding Amad Diallo, Leny Yoro, and much much more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 25, 2024 • 59min
#96: Amorim Arrives
Aaron and Kees discuss Ruben Amorim's first match in charge of Man United, including his selection decisions, what worked, what didn't, and what they expect to see going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices