

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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Nov 18, 2024 • 44min
#95: Rashford's Future, Academy Debuts, and Performance Expectations Under Amorim
This week, while we wait for Amorim's first match as United manager, we discussed a number of topics around his arrival, including the struggling Marcus Rashford, the possibility of debutants from the talented youth teams, and expectations for this season and next under the new coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 11, 2024 • 60min
#94: RvN Era Recap
Kees and Aaron briefly reflect on RvN's tenure as interim manager before talking about some of the individual performances we have seen in the last week Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 4, 2024 • 1h 20min
#93: How Does United's Squad Fit Ruben Amorim's 3-4-3 Formation?
This week, instead of discussing the Chelsea match, we analyze the incoming Ruben Amorim's 3-4-3 formation, the roles of players as his system appears at Sporting, and how it might look with the current United squad, as well as transfer needs that it creates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 29, 2024 • 1h 7min
#92: The King is Dead, Long Live the King (with Casey Evans)
Kees and Aaron are joined by Casey Evans to put a bow on Erik ten Hag's tenure as Man United football czar and consider the possibility of a Ruben Amorim tenure at Old Trafford. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 28, 2024 • 32min
#91: Wing Dynamics and Defeat at West Ham
Kees answers Q and A about wingers, youth players, and United's woes in front of goal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 21, 2024 • 1h 3min
#90: Victory, At Last
Kees and Aaron discuss Man United's win against Brentford at Old Trafford, including the excellent performance from the front line, rejuvenated showings from Casemiro and Eriksen, and what's going on with the backline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 14, 2024 • 1h 8min
#89: Is the Premier League Experiencing a Tactical Shift? (with Jon Mackenzie)
Kees is joined by Jon Mackenzie on this episode to discuss the major tactical trends taking place in the Premier League this season and how they pertain to United's current malaise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 7, 2024 • 55min
#88: The Winless Streak, Defensive Approaches, and Looking Ahead (with Brent Maximin)
This week, Aaron welcomed Brent Maximin (@logoffbrent) to discuss United continuing their streak to five winless matches and reverting to a more defensive approach against Aston Villa, before looking ahead to the next few weeks for the side. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 30, 2024 • 52min
#87: Big Picture Problems at Manchester United
After a disappointing draw to Twente and a crushing defeat against Tottenham, we discuss big picture topics around this United side; including the long-term futures of captain Bruno Fernandes and manager Erik Ten Hag, and how difficult it becomes to interpret individual performances when the side crumbles as a whole. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 23, 2024 • 59min
#86: Eriksen, Bruno, and Palace Away
Kees and Aaron discuss United's midfield situation in the context of clashes with Barnsley and Crystal Palace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices