Best Carl Anka Podcasts (2024)

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#79: 2024/25 Season Preview – Transfers, Tactics, Predictions, and How Do We Evaluate Ten Hag's Third Season? (with Carl Anka) 1:24:00

1d ago1:24:00

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This week, we welcomed Carl Anka (@Ankaman616) to help preview the season, including: transfers, how we expect United to set up, how we think they might fare in all competitions, and the difficulty of evaluating a side that has made so many changes after a difficult season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Bruno contract reaction, Shaw injury, Fulham preview 55:41

1h ago55:41

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It's the eve of the new Premier League and Manchester United, bolstered by the confirmed signings of De Ligt and Mazraoui, had more good news in the shape of a new contract for club captain Bruno Fernandes. Yet another muscle injury for Luke Shaw did take the shine off things a bit, and according to The Athletic's fan survey, fans are nowhere near …

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368 | 2024/25 Preview 1:14:36

22m ago1:14:36

1:14:36

Daniel Tiluk and Have Hope discuss Andre Onana in the Community Shield, Julian Alvarez to Atletico Madrid, Conor Gallagher back to Chelsea, Cole Palmer extends his contract, Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui to Manchester United, and Aaron Wan-Bissaka to West Ham. Followed by predictions about the new season, who wins the five major leagues an…

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#80: Special– The Double Signing of Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui (with Marc Geschwind) 1:09:12

17m ago1:09:12

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Today, we welcome Marc Geschwind (@MarcGeschwind) to discuss Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui, travelling all the way from their time as youngsters at Ajax to their journeys at superclubs over the last few seasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Aaron Moniz and Kees van Hemmen

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#76 Lily Lillemor - DISCOnnect cast 1:03:22

1d ago1:03:22

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We offer artists a platform to reach you far from the club scene - connected day and night.L I L Y • L I L L E M O R [@lilylillemor | GER, Munich ] is a DJ and event organizer. She is involved in running the subcultural center Import Export and has been advocating for more equality behind the decks for many years through the queer-feminist WUT coll…

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Premier League Preview: De Ligt & Mazraoui add to positivity 55:10

16h ago55:10

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The full podcast squad assemble at Hotel Football, overlooking Old Trafford, to look ahead to the new Premier League season which starts with the visit of Fulham on Friday night. Defeat, via penalties, to City in the Community Shield had us feeling low at the weekend. But, with time to reflect and reinforcements arriving from Munich, there's growin…

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367 | Leave the City 1:08:33

6d ago1:08:33

1:08:33

Daniel Tiluk and Have Hope discuss Chelsea playing Real Madrid in Charlotte, the impending sales of Conor Gallagher and Julian Alvarez to Atletico Madrid, is Dani Olmo a need or want for Barcelona, and is Thierry Henry a "good manager," or a "good France manager." Talking Tactics Extra: On social media shrinking the world. Support the podcast on Ap…

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US Tour review, squad strength examined before Community Shield 1:05:13

7d ago1:05:13

1:05:13

Third time's the charm; it's our summer comeback number three as Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, Laurie Whitwell, and Carl Anka review Manchester United's US tour and look ahead to the Community Shield and the Premier League season. The warm-ups are done and, with the small matter of a Wembley showdown against Manchester City before the Premier League get…

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#78: Analysis – United's Set Piece Woes and The Appointment of Andreas Georgson (with Jake Fox) 1:29:51

8d ago1:29:51

1:29:51

This week, we welcomed the wonderful Jake Fox (@JakeWFox) from the Pot Shot Podcast to analyze the last few years of set pieces in United's first team and how the arrival of former Brentford, Arsenal, and Southampton coach Andreas Georgson might present solutions. We also discussed the imminent signing of 16-year-old Chido Obi-Martin from Arsenal's…

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366 | Greener Pastures 1:10:05

13d ago1:10:05

1:10:05

Daniel Tiluk, Have Hope and Carl Anka discuss where the big transfers are, is Martin Ødegaard comparable with Mesut Özil, which leagues and players are most interesting heading into the 24/25 season, the future of João Félix, is Jack Grealish in a bad situation, and making a satisfactory Chelsea starting XI with all the pieces they've acquired. Tal…

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Inside US tour & plans for 100k Old Trafford 1:02:54

15d ago1:02:54

1:02:54

Ian and Carl in normal surroundings, Andy and Laurie living it up on the West Coast. Talk of the Devils returns (again) for a dip into the US pre-season tour and a round-up of the latest news back in Manchester. A 2-1 defeat to Arsenal didn't concern us much, with the result an afterthought and positive performances from established first team play…

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#77: Left Back, Right Back, Midfield Balance 1:21:10

15d ago1:21:10

1:21:10

On this episode, Kees and Aaron discuss depth at the fullback positions and how to balance the midfield with the current options. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Aaron Moniz and Kees van Hemmen

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The one about Feng Shui ft Michelle Lillicrap 1:00:28

18d ago1:00:28

1:00:28

Welcome to Episode 17 of the Game is the Game. I've been fortunate in life to meet an array of inspirational individuals across varied professions. The Game is the Game is an opportunity for them to tell their stories and hopefully inspire others to find their calling. On this episode I sit down with Feng Shui practitioner, Michelle Lillicrap. Welc…

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365 | A Crisis of Greed 1:09:35

21d ago1:09:35

1:09:35

Daniel Tiluk, Have Hope and Carl Anka discuss what success looks like for Mbappé at Real Madrid, why Ancelotti is the perfect manager to solve the riddle, and how football can be fixed to solve fixture congestion. Talking Tactics Extra: On Gilbert Arenas and South Sudan. Support the podcast on Apple or Patreon to join the discussion! Have Hope's We…

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#76: Terms Agreed with Ugarte, Amad and Squad Depth Out Wide, and Who Starts the Community Shield? 56:38

22d ago56:38

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Today, we take a look at ongoing progress in the transfer window following the signing of Leny Yoro and analyze how parts of the squad are shaping up for the season ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Aaron Moniz and Kees van Hemmen

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#75: Special– Leny Yoro is joining Manchester United 51:32

26d ago51:32

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This special episode takes a deep dive into 18-year-old central defender Leny Yoro, whose move to Manchester United is set to be finalized over the upcoming days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Aaron Moniz and Kees van Hemmen

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EURO 2024 | Spain and Argentina 1:27:16

26d ago1:27:16

1:27:16

Daniel Tiluk and Have Hope discuss Spain winning the Euros. England getting what their football deserved. Why does football allow for Yamal to be good this early. Was Southgate more to blame for England's poor performances than his players. Can/should/will an England team be built around Bellingham, Palmer, or Mainoo? Argentina won the Copa America…

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Zirkzee arrives, Yoro targeted, as new INEOS structure gets started 1:04:28

28d ago1:04:28

1:04:28

An episode of your favourite Manchester United podcast... in July! We're really spoiling you with a midsummer catch-up amid a hive of activity at Carrington and throughout the club, including significant staff cuts as anticipated earlier in the year. Maybe that should read Midsommar... with Ten Hag's early pre-season squad (and Andy Mitten) in Tron…

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#74: Centre halves, front 2s, and where does Mason Mount fit? 1:15:57

29d ago1:15:57

1:15:57

On this week's episode Kees and Aaron discuss Leny Yoro, Matthijs de Ligt, and Jarrad Branthwaite, as well as digging in on the possibility of a front 2 at United and what Mason Mount's role will look like in the 2024/25 season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Aaron Moniz and Kees van Hemmen

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EURO 2024 | The Southgate Narrative 1:16:34

1M ago1:16:34

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Daniel Tiluk and Have Hope discuss the Copa America scenes in Charlotte, North Carolina with Uruguay players entering the crowd to protect their families after fan violence. Will Colombia beat Argentina? Has Vinicius Jr. lost pole position in the Ballon d'Or race? France and Netherlands were eliminated in the EURO 2024 semi-finals, setting up Spain…

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#73: Matthijs De Ligt, Manuel Ugarte, and the New Coaching Staff 1:20:23

1M ago1:20:23

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This week, we analyzed the links to Bayern Munich's Matthijs de Ligt and PSG's Manuel Ugarte before Kees detailed implications of Ruud van Nistelrooy and Rene Hake's appointments given their respective tenures in Dutch football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Aaron Moniz and Kees van Hemmen

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#75 Even Funkier - DISCOnnect cast 1:00:01

1M ago1:00:01

1:00:01

We offer artists a platform to reach you far from the club scene - connected day and night.London-based DJ, producer and radio host EVEN • FUNKIER (@evenfunkier) weaves together Disco, Funk, House, Soul, Boogie, Jazz, Hip Hop and Global delights to create something fresh, irresistibly funky and downright groovy. He plays tunes from across the decad…

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EURO 2024 | Can Captains Cry? 1:16:24

1M ago1:16:24

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Daniel Tiluk and Have Hope discuss Jude Bellingham saving England, Lamine Yamal having a signature move at 16. Can France play better football. Why was Cristiano Ronaldo crying at halftime of added time? What will happen in the quarter-finals... Host nation United States were eliminated in the group stage of Copa America. Can Brazil, without Vinici…

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#72: Joshua Zirkzee and Defensive Midfield 1:04:08

1M ago1:04:08

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On this episode Aaron and Kees discuss Dutch striker Joshua Zirkzee and his links to Man United on a transfer this summer, as well as potential additions in midfield. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Aaron Moniz and Kees van Hemmen

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#71: Ten Hag Stays, Branthwaite Rumors, and European Championship talk 55:49

2M ago55:49

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Kees and Aaron are back with a discussion of Man United's retention of Erik ten Hag as manager, as well as a discussion on centreback targets in the transfer market and their picks for favorites and dark horses as the group stages of the European Championship come to a close. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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EURO 2024 | Leave Saka Alone 1:18:09

2M ago1:18:09

1:18:09

Daniel Tiluk and Have Hope discuss France and England preforming below their level, or assumed level. Is there a way to fix England. N'Golo Kanté is back with the France national team and still good. Brazil start poorly in the Copa America. Ian Wright thinks Bukayo Saka could play left-back to help the Three Lions, does he have a point? Is football…

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364 | Two Can Win (Feat. Tosin & Red) 1:17:45

2M ago1:17:45

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Daniel, Red, and Tosin discuss the Copa America, Euro 2024, Kylian Mbappé to Red's Real Madrid, the consequences for Tosin's Paris Saint-Germain, and Vinicius declaring war on Spain's racists. Talking Tactics Extra: On genocide in Palestine. Support the podcast on Apple or Patreon to join the discussion! Follow Red: https://x.com/Red9248 Follow Tos…

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Ten Hag survives, but can he thrive at United? 50:18

2M ago50:18

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It's the least surprising emergency podcast in history: Erik Ten Hag will continue as the manager of Manchester United into the 2024/25 season. Nevertheless, the podcasters have assembled at short notice; breaking away from holidays, tours, Euro preparations, and a haircut, to get into some of the questions... and there are many. How was the decisi…

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#74 Bruder Jakob - DISCOnnect cast 1:02:21

2M ago1:02:21

1:02:21

We offer artists a platform to reach you far from the club scene - connected day and night.Secco Maracuja, good vibes, and uplifting happy house blast out of the speakers. Born with a canon on New Year's Eve, B R U D E R • J A K O B [@bruder_jakob_official | GER, Berlin ] is now dancing behind the decks, smiling but also highly focused on adjusting…

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363 | Mystic Madrid 1:13:03

2M ago1:13:03

1:13:03

Daniel Tiluk, Have Hope and Carl Anka discuss Real Madrid beating Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League final. Why couldn't Dortmund finish when they had an advantage. Why was Carvajal so free on corners. Does Madrid have some level of mystic or aura that activates in the Champions League. Is Vinicius the best player in the world. Jude Bellingh…

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362 | Don't Forget Fede (Feat. Abdul) 56:24

3M ago56:24

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Daniel Tiluk and Abdul discuss Toni Kroos retiring from football. How will Real Madrid replace him in their midfield? If he joins, can Kylian Mbappé be loved by Madrid fans after putting them through several summers of limbo. Should Thibaut Courtois start the Champions League final. When will Luka Modrić stop playing? Talking Tactics Extra: On Luka…

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United win FA Cup! 54:39

3M ago54:39

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Ian, Andy, Carl & Laurie gather to reflect and an incredible performance from United to win the FA Cup at Wembley! How did Erik ten Hag mastermind victory and is that his final game in charge? There is discussion and analysis from the game and behind the scenes from a memorable day to end a very forgettable season. The lads also detail the latest o…

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361 | Pep and Poch 1:12:22

3M ago1:12:22

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Daniel Tiluk and Have Hope discuss Manchester City winning their fourth consecutive Premier League title. Did Arsenal flop? Has Pep Guardiola surpassed Ferguson? Toni Kroos is going to retire after the Euro 2024. Chelsea and Pochettino are going their separate ways. What does the decision say about how the club is being handled (or mishandled)? Tal…

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Measure of Ten Hag’s 2nd season comes down to FA Cup Final 56:49

3M ago56:49

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So, here it is, the season finale. Unfortunately, the Premier League has not ended as we would have liked, and Erik Ten Hag's men will need to win the FA Cup final if they want to play in Europe next season. Under normal circumstances, that would be a good distance short of what is expected from a Manchester United manager and he would be seeking e…

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#70: The Second Season Review (with Brent Maximin) 1:21:32

3M ago1:21:32

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To cap off a long and difficult season, we welcome the wonderful Brent Maximin (@logoffbrent) to help us recollect our players, goals, and moments of the season, before discussing the future that lies ahead for Manchester United. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Aaron Moniz and Kees van Hemmen

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Bruno returns to revive European hopes 49:59

3M ago49:59

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Manchester United's men beat European rivals Newcastle in their last home game of the season to rekindle hope of European qualification via the Premier League (for a few days at least). After Chelsea won at Brighton, though, the only route to the Europa League is by winning the FA Cup. Manager Erik Ten Hag delivered a rousing speech to the crowd af…

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360 | Losing Is Winning 1:07:10

3M ago1:07:10

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Daniel Tiluk and Have Hope discuss Manchester City's march to the Premier League title. Were Tottenham fans right to want their team beaten if it meant Arsenal lose the title? Where does Kevin De Bruyne rank on the list of all-time Premier League players. Kylian Mbappé is leaving Paris Saint-Germain, it's official. Talking Tactics Extra: On the NBA…

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Beckham on 99, Toone & Co storm Wembley, while storm descends on Old Trafford 52:15

3M ago52:15

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A podcast very much in three parts for you on a stormy Sunday night in May with Andy and Ian braving the Manchester rain and Carl looking nervously out of his twentieth floor window... Arsenal did what was expected of them at Old Trafford, winning for just the second time in seventeen attempts, despite a slightly brighter performance from Ten Hag's…

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Huge Sunday in store for Ten Hag and Skinner 46:46

3M ago46:46

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Another full house but we're a bit more relaxed now, a few days after that chastening result at Selhurst Park. One member of the team has even been brave enough to watch the game back again! Now that everyone has calmed down, we have a more measured look at where Erik Ten Hag stands as Manchester United manager, whether there are any threatening ca…

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#73 Anna Almani - DISCOnnect cast 1:02:02

3M ago1:02:02

1:02:02

We offer artists a platform to reach you far from the club scene - connected day and night.Meet A N N A • A L M A N I [@anna-almani |Berlin, GER], the Drag-DJ and Fun-House-Queen you can't resist. She's bringing the party to town with funky beats and a whole lot of attitude! Anna is all about mixing it up—sounds, genders, genres—nothing is off-limi…

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#69: Where Do We Go Now? 57:10

3M ago57:10

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Desolate performances and results seem to finally be arriving in their full transparency, as United stare down their most disappointing season this century. We discuss this situation, and what comes next, with as much new detail as we possibly can offer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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The end? Ten Hag's future in balance after Palace thrashing 49:24

3M ago49:24

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It's another unwanted inquest on Talk of the Devils with Laurie Whitwell back in the UK and Manchester United back in the mire. In fact, the whole podcast team are on hand as we dig into some heavy questions prompted by Crystal Palace's dismantling of a depleted United side. The biggest of those is whether the performance was bad enough for Erik Te…

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359 | Mortal Man U (Feat. Muhammad Butt) 1:15:22

3M ago1:15:22

1:15:22

Daniel Tiluk is joined by Muhammad Butt to discuss Manchester United 0-4 Crystal Palace. Ten Hag's future. What is wrong with Rashford and Casemiro. Muhammad's gives his Barca-centric position on Real Madrid's La Liga victory and Champions League run. Is Xavi's decision to return the correct one? Also, where are the Asian footballers at? On Talking…

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Squad Audit: transfer priorities for a 'difficult' summer 1:06:26

3M ago1:06:26

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It looks like Sir Jim Ratcliffe's INEOS team have really taken the rudder at Manchester United, and the latest in a series of changes at executive level demonstrate just that. But, with many football clubs close to the edge of their budgets, a quiet summer of transfer activity is expected and that means recruiting players will be challenging. We as…

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358 | Mo Better Blues 1:04:09

4M ago1:04:09

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Daniel Tiluk and Have Hope discuss Mohamed Salah and Jurgen Klopp arguing on the touchline. What does the future hold for Salah and Liverpool with the impending arrival of Arne Slot. Arsenal take out Chelsea and Tottenham in the week to keep pace with Manchester City in the Premier League title race. Has the Leverkusen season gone too far? Thiago S…

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Old Trafford disappointed again as Burnley earn battling draw 49:38

4M ago49:38

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Another Monday podcast, another day trying to defy the gloom after Erik Ten Hag's men made it one win in six games in the Premier League with a draw at home to relegation candidates Burnley. We're actually talking about the performance, especially the first half, in fairly positive terms. Does that tell a story of lowered expectation? Is the Premie…

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United back up to sixth after Bruno blunts Blades 53:43

4M ago53:43

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Ian, Andy, and Carl are all feeling a bit better about Manchester United, football, and life in general after Bruno Fernandes inspired a 4-2 home victory against Sheffield United. There was a landmark moment during that game as Ethan Wheatley became the 250th academy graduate to feature for the first team; we get into the nitty gritty of the world'…

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357 | PlayStation 5-0 1:13:10

4M ago1:13:10

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Daniel Tiluk and Have Hope discuss Arsenal 5-0 Chelsea, Real Madrid 3-2 Barcelona, and the Champions League semi-finals, highlighting Cole Palmer, Jude Bellingham, Xavi, and goal-line technology. Talking Tactics Extra: On "Shawshank Redemption" and Morgan Freeman. Support the podcast on Apple or Patreon to join the discussion! Have Hope's Website h…

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United sneak into FA Cup final on penalties 40:52

4M ago40:52

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How can an FA Cup semi-final win at Wembley leave fans feeling empty, if not despairing? That's the conundrum we try to unravel on this podcast. Recorded late on Sunday evening, in a state of serious fatigue, it's a riddle that tests our panel to their limits. What turned this performance from a stroll in the park into a near-catastrophic collapse.…

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FA Cup semi-final preview with treble winner Jesper Blomqvist 46:15

4M ago46:15

46:15

We're looking for positives today on Talk of the Devils, and not just from Real Madrid. The U18s won their league this week and there's plenty of talent coming through. We also saw the first meeting of a new committee charged with planning the regeneration of Old Trafford. And, of course, it's Wembley this Sunday for an FA Cup semi-final against Co…

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