Best Dimitar Berbatov Podcasts (2024)

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Live in Malta with Mike Phelan 58:46

1d ago58:46

58:46

For the first time ever the UTD podcast has been filmed in front of a live audience! We're back in Malta but this time we've got the whole gang together plus our special guest Mike Phelan. Back in early February Sam, Helen & Maysie were invited by the supporters' club to celebrate their 65th anniversary and they had plenty of activities planned for…

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Marouane Fellaini - "The most difficult season of my life" 47:30

16d ago47:30

47:30

Marouane Fellaini, who was Manchester United’s first major signing of the post-Sir Alex Ferguson era, sat down with Helen Evans and Sam Homewood to discuss his journey with the Reds between 2013 and 2019. The Belgium international, who announced his retirement from football in February 2024, admits his first season at the club was ‘the worst of his…

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Emma Watson – “The biggest high to the lowest low” 39:13

23d ago39:13

39:13

Sam, Helen and Maysie are back at Carrington to speak to Emma Watson. The Scot joined United from Rangers in the summer of 2023 at the young age of 17 but unfortunately suffered an ACL injury while on international duty, shortly after signing. She opens up about how she is coping with this difficult stage in her career and what her future ambitions…

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The Mayor of Manchester: United's Bright Future 44:03

2M ago44:03

44:03

This week Sam, Helen and Maysie are moving into politics. They were invited to the Greater Manchester Combined Authority to speak to the Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham! Andy is a huge football fan and an ambassador for the city of Manchester. Although he is an Everton fan, we talk about how his day job is heavily influenced by Manchester…

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We've got Jonny Evans! Part 2 38:18

2M ago38:18

38:18

It's happened, we've got him! Lady Evans is joined by Mr Evans MBE on the Manchester United podcast! This episode was recorded in two parts, the first at the Evans household, before we catch up at Carrington to discuss the fact that the defender is now back at the club, after re-signing in the summer. No ground is left uncovered with the Northern I…

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We've got Jonny Evans! Part 1 48:16

2M ago48:16

48:16

It's happened, we've got him! Lady Evans is joined by Mr Evans MBE on the Manchester United podcast! This episode was recorded in two parts, the first at the Evans household, before we catch up at Carrington to discuss the fact that the defender is now back at the club, after re-signing in the summer. No ground is left uncovered with the Northern I…

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Unheard: Memories of Munich 46:38

2M ago46:38

46:38

As we commemorate the 66th anniversary of the Munich Air Disaster, we have delved into the archives to present a special episode of the Manchester United podcast. In 1998, 40 years after the tragedy, journalist and author Tom Tyrrell spent time with Jackie Blanchflower, Bill Foulkes and Albert Scanlon, Busby Babes and survivors from that fateful da…

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Malta special with Dimitar Berbatov 30:22

3M ago30:22

30:22

Welcome to another Manchester United podcast. This time we're in Malta with Dimitar Berbatov! In this episode we learn about this football loving country and why it has such strong links to English football and Manchester United. We visit the famous Manchester United Supporters' Club Malta (the oldest in the world) to watch a match and meet the peo…

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Pat McGibbon - Speaking out after 20 years 1:09:05

3M ago1:09:05

1:09:05

To kick off 2024 Sam, Helen & Maysie catch up with former Red and Northern Ireland international Pat McGibbon. Pat has an important story to tell, particularly at a time of year when a lot of people struggle with their mental health. Not long after joining United as a teenager, Pat learnt the tragic news of his brother Phillip taking his own life, …

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Best of 2023 57:48

4M ago57:48

57:48

With 2023 drawing to a close, Helen, Sam & Maysie look back on another top year of podcasting! They relive their favourite moments, laugh at some behind the scenes stories and are surprised by some Christmas messages from you, our listeners! You continue to prove that the Manchester United family is very special. Thank you! Merry Christmas / and a …

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Diogo Dalot Part 2 - "I didn't give up" 36:05

5M ago36:05

36:05

Diogo is back on the United podcast! Sam, Helen & Maysie caught up with him at Carrington to talk about his impressive rise to the first team. Last time Diogo was on the podcast, it was early 2020 and he was breaking into the first team, now he's a regular! We had a lot to chat about. Diogo tells us how he never gave up on becoming a regular first …

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Altay Bayindir - "Everyone wants to play for United" 35:23

6M ago35:23

35:23

This week on the Manchester United podcast, Sam Homewood and David May are at Carrington with GK Altay Bayindir. Yet to make an appearance for the first team, this is the perfect opportunity to get to know our new goalkeeper, and what a funny conversation it was! Altay arrived at Old Trafford with 166 career appearances and 53 clean sheets to his n…

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Stories about Sir Bobby Charlton 26:17

6M ago26:17

26:17

Welcome to a special episode of the Manchester United podcast. Today we commemorate one of our most beloved sons, Sir Bobby Charlton, who passed away last weekend at the age of 86. There are no superlatives worthy of describing just how much Sir Bobby’s contribution to the club is valued and similarly, there are no words to articulate just how prof…

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Jesper Olsen - "Something special" 50:22

7M ago50:22

50:22

Jesper Olsen, an exotic signing from Ajax in 1984 for the Reds, joins Helen Evans, Wes Brown and Lou Macari for a trip down Memory Lane on the UTD Podcast. The Dane was at Old Trafford with kids from his Future Football coaching school and, as he is based in Australia now, this was a rare opportunity to speak to the former winger at a ground he gra…

1
Our favourite episodes 45:18

7M ago45:18

45:18

Join Sam, Helen and Maysie as they discuss their favourite ever episodes and look back on some classic moments of the UTD podcast. They also get the opportunity to read out some of your emails. This episode is a celebration of the special community that this podcast has created. Thank you for listening and for being part of the Manchester United fa…

1
United & Proud 42:15

8M ago42:15

42:15

To mark the occasion of Manchester Pride in August, the UTD Podcast team have been looking into the links between United, the city of Manchester and the LQBTQ+ community. Join Sam Homewood and Zarah Connolly on a tour around the city with Josh from Free Manchester Walking Tours to learn why Manchester is such a welcoming and inclusive city. You may…

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Kevin Moran - "I saw red!" 1:08:50

9M ago1:08:50

1:08:50

Kevin Moran, a famous figure from United’s past, joined Helen Evans and David May to discuss his career on our latest UTD Podcast. The Irish centre-back was with May at Blackburn Rovers late in his career but only after starting two FA Cup finals with United in the 1980s, as we lifted the cup by beating Brighton & Hove Albion and Everton. Unfortuna…

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Manchester United States 57:06

9M ago57:06

57:06

Manchester United States is a special podcast episode with MUTV’s Mark Sullivan who is looking into Manchester United’s relationship with the USA ahead of our pre-season tour in The States. Join us to learn about United’s rich history in the USA, the current landscape of soccer and how much the sport has grown in popularity. Mark even gets the oppo…

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Daley Blind - My message to United fans 1:03:38

10M ago1:03:38

1:03:38

Another unmissable UTD Podcast has been released as Sam Homewood, Helen Evans and David May travelled to Munich for a catch-up with former Red Daley Blind. The Dutchman was an open and honest guest, talking about a wide range of subjects, including his stint at Old Trafford, which included winning four trophies with the club. After growing up in fo…

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Marc Skinner - "We've arrived!" 56:51

11M ago56:51

56:51

This week, Sam Homewood is joined by first-time co-hosts, MUTV's Ben Ibson and ex-Manchester United Women goalkeeper Siobhan Chamberlain. The trio were at Carrington to sit down with the Women's first-team manager Marc Skinner to reflect on a truly historic season. The team finished second in the WSL, narrowly missing out on the title, reached the …

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Eric Steele - Being Sir Alex's GK Coach 57:02

11M ago57:02

57:02

A familiar face joins hosts Helen Evans, Sam Homewood and David May on the latest UTD Podcast as Eric Steele lifts the lid on his time at the club. The Reds’ former goalkeeping coach has some fascinating tales to tell about working under Sir Alex Ferguson and helping the team lift the Premier League title in 2012/13. After starting out at the Walls…

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Steve Bruce - United captain, United legend 1:01:07

12M ago1:01:07

1:01:07

Sam Homewood, Helen Evans and David May visit a golf club this week for a chat with United legend Steve Bruce. Steve has had a wonderful career in football, as a player and manager, and offers a fascinating reflection on it all during the latest UTD Podcast. The former Manchester United captain begins with his upbringing in the north-east and his e…

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Fred - "I am blessed" 30:12

1y ago30:12

30:12

Joining Helen Evans and Sam Homewood today for the latest episode of the UTD Podcast is midfield dynamo Fred, fresh from recently passing the landmark of 200 appearances at the heart of the Manchester United engine room. This is the most appearances from a Brazilian for the Reds and the second most from a South American, behind Antonio Valencia. Fo…

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Christian Eriksen - "United, it was meant to be" 58:46

1y ago58:46

58:46

Christian Eriksen has been missed in the Manchester United midfield but the Dane is on his way back and joined us for the latest episode of the UTD Podcast. The classy playmaker discusses his career to date and the rumours of a move to Old Trafford, which long circulated before he did end up joining the Reds last summer. He recalls playing in Denma…

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#ILOVEUNITED Singapore 1:03:27

1y ago1:03:27

1:03:27

The full #ILOVEUNITED experience will land in Singapore for the very first time on Sunday 30 April. Iconic strike duo Andrew Cole and Dwight Yorke will be reunited on stage as the club hosts a special live screening of our Premier League match against Aston Villa, bringing together thousands of fans to reward their passionate support. Thanks to Tea…

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Football is for boys? 55:42

1y ago55:42

55:42

Welcome to a special podcast with Helen Evans, celebrating women in football. In this podcast you’ll hear some amazing stories from fans, both local and worldwide, who have been following United for decades. You’ll also hear from individuals working in sport who tell us what Manchester United means to them, as well as how the industry can continue …

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Ella Toone - "We're making history" 39:51

1y ago39:51

39:51

A superstar and huge role model joins us in this latest UTD Podcast episode, as Ella Toone talks us through her meteoric rise, in tandem with that of the women’s game in general. As a devoted fan growing up, her dream of playing for the Reds appeared impossible but the inception of the women’s side in 2018 changed all that. Idolising Cristiano Rona…

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Tom Cleverley - "I felt like a failure" 54:47

1y ago54:47

54:47

Our latest UTD Podcast guest is an Academy graduate who made 79 senior appearances for the Reds. Tom Cleverley talks us through his route from Carrington to the first team, including how he learned the game during three loan spells. Discover the one player he was jealous of and the one time he felt the full force of the Sir Alex Ferguson ‘hairdryer…

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#ILOVEUNITED Los Angeles 1:07:47

1y ago1:07:47

1:07:47

Manchester United’s legendary fan event #ILOVEUNITED is coming to Los Angeles for the first ever time on Sunday 5 March. We’ll be at Skylight ROW DTLA hosting a live screening of the Premier League match against Liverpool - and much, much more… In this special episode of the UTD Podcast, assisted by TeamViewer, Zarah Connolly paints a picture of wh…

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Teddy Sheringham - "This is the pinnacle" 1:16:44

1y ago1:16:44

1:16:44

Treble-hero Teddy Sheringham tells all about his footballing journey that led to him emerging as a key figure at the climax of the unforgettable 1998/99 season. The striker discusses his time at Millwall, Nottingham Forest, Tottenham and United, and his decision to leave his beloved Spurs in order to win trophies. When his father informed him of Un…

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Gordon Strachan - The truth about Sir Alex's management 1:21:05

1y ago1:21:05

1:21:05

Our latest UTD Podcast episode took place at the house of former United winger Gordon Strachan. The Scot welcomed regular hosts Helen Evans, Sam Homewood and David May to chat about his long and illustrious career, from the early days at Dundee to enjoying success at home and abroad, under Alex Ferguson at Aberdeen. Gordon reveals how the move to O…

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Fraizer Campbell – “3 minutes that changed my life” 1:05:03

1+ y ago1:05:03

1:05:03

In this episode of the UTD Podcast, Helen Evans, Sam Homewood and David May are joined by Manchester United Academy graduate, Fraizer Campbell at Carrington Training Complex. As a youngster, Fraizer was tipped as a rising star due to his goal-scoring prowess in the Reserves. The Yorkshire-born forward shares his journey through United’s youth syste…

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Ander Herrera - "I have United in my heart" 1:15:26

1+ y ago1:15:26

1:15:26

UTD Podcast co-hosts Helen Evans and Sam Homewood travelled to Bilbao, Spain, to catch up with Ander Herrera, whose honesty and passion led to one of our best-ever episodes. The former Reds midfielder speaks fondly about his childhood as the son of a professional footballer and sporting director, before recounting his first spell as an Athletic Clu…

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David De Gea - “I want to be a United great” 53:40

1+ y ago53:40

53:40

Listen to our latest UTD Podcast with the club’s much-loved no.1, David De Gea, who reflects on his playing career so far and our future under the management of Erik ten Hag. Speaking to co-hosts Helen Evans and Sam Homewood, the Spaniard opens up on his 2011 transfer from Atletico Madrid, a difficult adjustment period at Old Trafford and all that …

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Alessia Russo - "The game has changed" 45:39

1+ y ago45:39

45:39

In this unmissable episode, United Women striker Alessia Russo discusses the experience of playing for the Reds, previews the upcoming WSL match against Aston Villa at Old Trafford, and reveals exactly what it is like to win the Euros with England. Sam Homewood, David May and Helen Evans chat to Alessia about her football journey, the monumental sh…

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#ILOVEUNITED Kolkata 57:05

1+ y ago57:05

57:05

Manchester United’s legendary fan event #ILOVEUNITED will return to India for the first time in four years on Sunday 16 October - with Kolkata set to play host to a live screening of the Premier League match against Newcastle United - and much, much more… In this special episode of the UTD Podcast, assisted by TeamViewer, Zarah Connolly is on a jou…

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Henrik Larsson - "I have one regret about United" 1:09:16

2y ago1:09:16

1:09:16

This week former Manchester United striker Henrik Larsson dialled in to the UTD Podcast from his home in Helsingborg, Sweden. The star striker charted his career which took him to Feyenoord, Celtic, Barcelona and - of course - eventually to Old Trafford. Henrik told us how he couldn't resist joining United, having turned down Sir Alex once before i…

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Owen Hargreaves - "I couldn't finish my dream" 1:24:53

2y ago1:24:53

1:24:53

Former Manchester United midfielder Owen Hargreaves joined the Podcast from Old Trafford this week. The ex-England international looked back on his time working with Sir Alex Ferguson, what went through his head before taking a penalty in the Champions League Final shootout in 2008, and the details of his career-ending injury. If you'd like to writ…

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John Aston Jr. - Bobby, Nobby & 1968 1:11:49

2y ago1:11:49

1:11:49

John Aston Junior joined the Pod from Old Trafford to look back on his memories playing alongside George Best, Denis Law and Sir Bobby Charlton, going on to win the European Cup win 1968. The former United winger reflected on that iconic night at Wembley, where he picked up the Man of the Match Award alongside his winners' medal. If you'd like to w…

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Paul Woolston - "My dreams have been taken away" 43:35

2y ago43:35

43:35

We spoke to former Manchester United Reserve Team goalkeeper Paul Woolston at Old Trafford this week, as he reflects on his recent premature retirement from the game, due to injuries. Paul was in good spirits as he looks ahead to his future in football, however he revealed his sadness at the time when the doctors told him he would need to retire fr…

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Mikael Silvestre - "Sir Alex was like a policeman" 1:10:32

2y ago1:10:32

1:10:32

Ex-Manchester United defender Mikael Silvestre dialled into the UTD Podcast from his home in Dubai for this week's episode. The former France International looked back on a glittering career at Old Trafford, and picked out some of his highlights from working with both Sir Alex Ferguson, and later Arsene Wenger at Arsenal. If you'd like to write to …

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Eric Djemba-Djemba - "Sir Alex changed my life" 1:06:53

2y ago1:06:53

1:06:53

Former Manchester United man Eric Djemba-Djemba dialled in from his home in France to join the UTD Podcast this week. The tough-tackling midfielder talked about his first days at Carrington - meeting Rio Ferdinand, Gary Neville and Roy Keane. He looked back on the moment where he and Cristiano Ronaldo came off the bench together at Old Trafford, an…

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Erik ten Hag - The Interview 38:25

2y ago38:25

38:25

There's only one story in town this week - the arrival of Manchester United's new manager, Erik ten Hag. So instead of our usual UTD Podcast episode, we're bringing you the new boss' first interview, in full. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail utdpodcast@manutd.co.uk And if you'd like to listen through…

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Darron Gibson - "Sir Bobby told me to keep shooting" 1:09:20

2y ago1:09:20

1:09:20

Former Manchester United midfielder Darron Gibson joined the UTD Podcast from Old Trafford this week. Following a recent leg break, Darron announced his retirement on the podcast and felt it would be a good time to reflect on his Premier League career. The midfielder, known for his long-range goals revealed how Sir Bobby Charlton once told him to k…

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Nick Cox - "Our principles are different” 59:53

2y ago59:53

59:53

Manchester United's Head of Academy Nick Cox joined the UTD Podcast from Carrington this week. Nick talked us through a day in the life of his role; with the pressures and responsibilities involved in continuing the club's rich history in youth development. Sam and Maysie read out your e-mails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to th…

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Henning Berg - "The perfect season" 1:04:19

2y ago1:04:19

1:04:19

Former Manchester United defender Henning Berg joined us at Old Trafford for this week's UTD Podcast. The Norwegian told us how a move to Man Utd nearly materialised years before his eventual arrival, but fell apart due to a work permit issue. We heard how his move to Blackburn happened instead, and Henning described what it was like working with K…

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Graeme Hogg - "I had Maradona in my back pocket" 1:06:55

2y ago1:06:55

1:06:55

The UTD Podcast was on the road once more as we joined former Manchester United defender Graeme Hogg up in Scotland. Graeme now works as a HGV driver and explained how he didn't manage to find his way back in to football after hanging up his boots. Racking up over 100 appearances for Man Utd, the Scotsman looked back on his fondest moment in red; a…

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Steve Coppell - "My record won't be beaten" (Part Two) 1:08:51

2y ago1:08:51

1:08:51

This is the second part of our extended conversation with Steve Coppell, where the former Manchester United winger talked about his incredible record of 207 consecutive games for the club - and how he doesn't think that achievement will ever be beaten. Steve also talked about the horror tackle which led to his career-ending injury, and the transiti…

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Steve Coppell - "Meeting Sir Matt was sensational" (Part One) 52:27

2y ago52:27

52:27

Former Manchester United winger Steve Coppell joined the UTD Podcast at Old Trafford for this week's episode, to look back on both his playing and managerial career. Steve told us about the unique experience of being a Scouser and studying at Liverpool University while playing for Manchester United. He looked back on his dream debut, the FA Cup Fin…

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Kieran Richardson - "Why I couldn't wait to retire" 1:11:06

2y ago1:11:06

1:11:06

The UTD Podcast was on the road again as we joined former Manchester United player Kieran Richardson at his podcast studio in London. Having retired in 2017, Kieran has entered the world of YouTube and podcasting, where he talks about his post-playing career and passion with watches. You can watch his videos on his YouTube channel Broadtalks. He lo…

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