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

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Nov 23, 2023 • 46min

Glacial Glazers, Everton bear pit, Laurie returns!

United have not played since the last pod but Ian, Andy, Carl & LAURIE still have lots to talk about..You'll get the latest on the takeover which is edging closer - has it really been a year since that crazy day of the announcement of the strategic review and Ronaldo leaving?We’ll also take a close look at the matter on the pitch with a tasty game at Everton coming up - which could see the welcome return of Luke Shaw.Plus we’ll also discuss Andre Onana’s international future and look at what’s been going wrong with Mason Mount.***• Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit athleticgreens.com/DEVILS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Nov 13, 2023 • 51min

The Good, the Bad, the Ten Hag Q&A

Victor Lindelof succeeded where the attackers struggled and provided a winner against Luton. Relief was the most obvious response but, wait, what's that? Manchester United are the most in-form team in the Premier League?!As the men go into an international break, Ian Irving looks at the good and the bad of Erik Ten Hag's current squad with the help of Andy Mitten, Carl Anka, and a selection of your questions.The club's attention will now turn to Sir Bobby Charlton's funeral on Monday. Then, the following Sunday, the women will face Manchester City at Old Trafford with a big crowd expected.Produced by Ollie Bellwood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Nov 10, 2023 • 56min

European qualification hanging by a thread

Ian Irving chairs the inquest with Carl Anka and Andy Mitten after Manchester United lost 4-3 at Copenhagen in the Champions League, a defeat which sees them bottom of Group A and facing a European exit.Marcus Rashford's red card was the turning point on a bizarre evening, we'll get into the refereeing decisions, whether Ten Hag should come out firing, and the fear factor.Luton Town have never won at Old Trafford and they've never beaten Manchester United, not under that name at least. Surely, that's a much needed three points this weekend... isn't it!?Produced by Ollie Bellwood***• Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/devils• Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period ats hopify.com/reddevils Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Nov 6, 2023 • 40min

Bruno & Maguire dig out win at Fulham

Ian, Carl & Andy look back on United getting a much-needed with at Fulham despite another uninspiring performance...As well as Bruno stepping up they discuss Marcus Rashford who didn’t feature at the weekend and was criticised by Erik ten Hag for going to a nightclub last week..And of course, we’ll look ahead to another key match in the Champions League***• Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/devils• Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period ats hopify.com/reddevils Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Nov 2, 2023 • 43min

Beaten again: What should Ten Hag do next?

Ian, Carl & Andy have yet another home defeat to digest as United are knocked out of the EFL Cup by Newcastle.Bringing you reflection on the same old problems and even some new ones served up inside Old Trafford by Erik Ten Hag's team.What if anything should change in the short turnaround before United travel to Fulham in the Premier League on Saturday lunchtime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 30, 2023 • 46min

Derby Reaction: United outclassed

Ian, Andy & Carl reflect on a terrible day for United as they are comprehensively beaten by City.Why can't Erik ten Hag get his players to the way he wants and how do they move forward ahead a collection of must win games?There is also a look at the tactical decisions made by Ten Hag in both his starting line-up and the changes made at half time.And how much is the on going off pitch 'takeover' saga effecting events on the pitch?***• Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/devils Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 26, 2023 • 49min

Maguire & Onana deliver vital win but derby day needs dramatic improvement

Today's podcast will be in three parts, with increasing numbers of people. In order of appearance, Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, Laurie Whitwell, AND FINALLY, Carl Anka.Andre Onana's penalty save was the very last touch of the ball in a dramatic Old Trafford victory, one that reignites the team's hopes of Champions League qualification. Copenhagen's bilingual singing fans were a credit to their , showing great respect as the club said goodbye to Sir Bobby Charlton.Everyone is hoping for the same on Sunday when Manchester City come calling. Hopes of a respectful reception for Sir Bobby should be the expectation, but whether we should be banking on a home win; that's another matter entirely.***• If you want to take ownership of your health, it starts with AG1. Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/devils Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 23, 2023 • 48min

In Memoriam: Sir Bobby Charlton

Ian Irving is joined by Andy Mitten and Laurie Whitwell as we share memories of the life of Sir Bobby Charlton, who died this week aged 86. A truly iconic figure, Charlton was a recognisable name the world over and he is one of only nine players in history to win a European Cup, a World Cup, and a Ballon d'Or.Yet as a member of the Busby Babes, a survivor of the Munich air disaster, captain of the 1968 European Cup winners, and a club director for almost 40 years, he meant even more to Manchester United.Tributes were paid before the Premier League win at Bramall Lane and more will follow when FC Copenhagen visit Old Trafford in the Champions League on Tuesday.Details of how you can pay your respects to Sir Bobby can be found here.You may also wish to donate to Alzheimer's charities, such as https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/ or https://www.alzint.org/***• If you want to take ownership of your health, it starts with AG1. Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/devils Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 19, 2023 • 46min

What might Ratcliffe proposal mean for Glazer ownership?

So a brave new era or another false dawn ? Ian, Laurie & Andy bring you what they know about the boardroom meeting and proposed deal from Sir Jim Ratcliffe to buy a minority stake in United..They also round how United’s players have fared on international duty, share thoughts on the women's team Champions League exit & look ahead to the a Premier League return for the men with a trip to Sheffield United…***• Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/reddevils, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 9, 2023 • 46min

McTominay heroics but Casemiro a concern

Discussion on Scott McTominay's heroics as he scores two goals in stoppage time to secure a win for Manchester United. Critique of Casemiro's poor performance and analysis of the mistakes made in a conceded goal. Insight into the lack of chances created in the game against Brentford and Scott McTominay's interaction with fans. Excitement and relief over the last-minute win, potentially changing the team's season. Discussion on the decline of Casemiro's performance compared to last season, highlighting his decreased abilities and erratic positional play.

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