Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show

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May 27, 2021 • 37min

Reaction: Sunk by Submarines

The Athletic's Carl Anka, Andy Mitten & Laurie Whitwell discuss what went wrong for United as they are beaten by Villarreal in the Europa League Final and look back on a season that has ended in disappointment.Did Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's get the major decisions right on the night? Should he have left some options on the bench? Andy & Laurie share their experience of being in the stadium on the night and look at the areas that United still need to work on at the end of a fourth season without a trophy.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 20, 2021 • 57min

Home Discomforts

The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten give their thoughts on United's goalkeeper situation ahead of the Europa League Final.Also, if Harry Kane does want to leave is he the right fit for United if Jadon Sancho is on the table.Carl talks about seeing that Cavani goal in the flesh and what are the reasons behind Unite'd terrible home form this season? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 12, 2021 • 56min

Cavani's new contract & why he signed it

The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten discuss a hectic week on and off the pitch for United.The lads look back on the defeat suffered by a second string United side at Old Trafford. Discuss the injury suffered by Harry Maguire. And detail Edison Cavani’s new contract, and how it may affect United’s transfer plans this summer...There is also a look at what might happen around Old Trafford ahead of Thursday's game with Liverpool. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 4, 2021 • 49min

Fan Protests: What Happens Next?

The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten reflect on the unprecedented scenes at Old Trafford on Sunday. They tell us what they saw at the stadium, debate the impact of the protests and ask whether there is more to come.There's also a look back at the comprehensive 1st leg victory over Roma, and discussion over Cavani's future at Manchester United Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 27, 2021 • 50min

Why Pogba didn't start at Leeds & fan protests

The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten look back on the return to Elland Road - Carl reveals the reason why Paul Pogba was on the bench.Also the lads discuss the protests against the Glazer family that have accelerated in the wake of the Super League proposal.And we look ahead to a big week on the pitch with the first leg on the Europa League semi against Roma and United welcome Liverpool to Old Trafford. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 21, 2021 • 51min

Woodward Resigns & The ESL Collapse

The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten gather to bring you expert insight into a chaotic few days at Manchester United, following the collapse of the European Super League.They discuss the resignation of Ed Woodward, and debate what this means for Manchester United.And what about the future of the owners? What will the Glazers do now the ESL is dead.This podcast was originally broadcast live on Twitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 19, 2021 • 50min

United and divided on Super League

The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten discuss the huge story of 12 clubs - including United - agreeing to form a breakaway league .The lads detail what it means to them , what they think will happen and tell you what they know reaction from inside the club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 14, 2021 • 48min

Why Cavani probably won’t stay & Rice on the radar

The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten look back on a hugely satisfying week for United topped off by that impressive win at Spurs.Andy reveals details of conversations with backroom staff after the win in Granada about Mason Greenwood and the lads discuss the future of another United striker Edison Cavani - can he be convinced to stay?  Also, what to do with Jesse Lingard? On fire for West Ham but is it time to let him go to fund other transfers such as Declan Rice?Laurie shares some nuggets from his piece on Jose Mourinho’s time at Old Trafford including his public falling out with Paul Pogba.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 6, 2021 • 32min

De Gea v Henderson & should Lingard return?

The Athletic's Laurie Whitwell & Andy Mitten look back on the win against Brighton and look ahead to this week’s Europa League tie with Granada - will David De Gea start?The lads also discuss the future of Anthony Martial following an injury that could put him out for the season and look at whether the form of Jesse Lingard on loan at West Ham warrants a return to Old Trafford. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 31, 2021 • 59min

Raiola on Pogba, Haaland, & Sir Alex

The Athletic's Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell and Andy Mitten discuss a big interview on The Athletic with super agents Mino Raiola & Jonathan Barnett speaking together for the first time - Raiola gives his thoughts on both Paul Pogba & Sir Alex Ferguson and a certain young Norwegian football player.Plus we’ll talk about cult heroes, discuss Nicky Butt’s departure from the club and answer your questions.. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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