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#729 | A famous victory over Manchester City at Wembley. Manager Erik ten Hag has been vociferously criticised this season. Any United manager whose team had finished eighth in the Premier League and been dumped out of Europe early would face deep scrutiny. But in the week a major media outlet claimed Ten Hag is toast at United, the Dutchman found a formula to beat Pep Guardiola's financially-doped blues. What a day. What a victory. After so much angst this season, United ended the campaign on a massive high. Ed & Dan celebrate. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. We do a bonus show and a tactical review every week for backers. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#728 | Ed & Wayne do everything they can to not preview the FA Cup Final this weekend, by talking about John Terry Day, celebrating the Chelsea captain's slip in the 2008 Champions League final. There's also chat about the new Amazon documentary on United's treble season and a new official United podcast produced by Wayne containing archival audio from the season. Then, inevitably, we have to *look forward* to Saturday's game.  00:00 Introduction and John Terry Day 05:00 Mental Health Awareness 15:00 1999 Documentary & Podcast 42:00 FA Cup Final If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. We do a bonus show and a tactical review every week for backers. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#727 | The Premier League season is over and Erik ten Hag's brave boys battled their way to 8th [EIGHTH] place in the table with victory over Brighton on the final day of the league campaign. Glory glory Man United. Elsewhere C*ty secured another gong. Joy. Ed & Dan talk about it some more. 00:00 Reflections on C*ty's Success 10:00 Assessing United's Performance 13:00 The Cup Final 26:00 Tuchel's vs Ten Hag vs ... 35:00 Changes to VAR 40:00 The Challenges of Establishing a Club Style 46:00 United's Uphill Battle in the Cup Final If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. We do a bonus show and a tactical review every week for backers. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#726 | Ed & Tom review the victory over Newcastle, talk about some emotional player departures from the club, and discuss the evolving manager situation around Europe. There's also a game against Brighton to think about. Can United avoid any new injuries! 00:00 Tom's Man Bun & Resignation as a Football Manager 03:00 Newcastle Review 20:00 Questioning the Coach's Decisions and the Need for Player Fitness 27:00 Raphael Varane and Anthony Martial 30:00 The Managerial Situation 35:00 The Specialness of Manchester United 40:00 Managerial Changes Across Europe 49:30 Brighton and the Cup Final If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. We do a bonus show and a tactical review every week for backers. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices.

#725 United lose to Arsenal at Old Trafford in the Premier League, while the women's team win the FA Cup at Wembley. A mixed bag of performances and results this weekend for Ed & Dan to discuss. For backers, we look back on the Champions League semi-finals and ahead to the final. 00:00 Introduction and Week Recap 02:00 Lack of Support for Women's Team 05:00 Performance of Women's Team and Need for Investment 09:00 Player Performances and Potential Departures 12:00 Tactical Approach and Defensive Issues 23:00 Assessment of Individual Players 36:00 Ten Hag's Job Security 39:00 Strengthening the Midfield 42:00 Complexities of Sport in 2024 47:00 Importance of Superstar Players If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. We do a bonus show and a tactical review every week for backers. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Hosted

#724 | United get hammered at the Palace as the season winds towards its inevitable, miserable, mid-table finish. United were even worse than expected in south London, and very little faith was held in Erik ten Hag's team prior to the game. The Dutchman has talked an aggressive game in recent weeks. One win in seven says more than the soon-to-be-departed manager ever can. Ed & Dan digest another miserable evening in Unitedland. Backers content is left open this week for everyone - we all need a little bonus after Monday's defeat. 00:00 Introduction and Fan Behavior 04:30 Manchester United's Poor Performance 08:00 The Manager's Decisions 27:04 Need for a New Manager? 29:00 Squad Changes in the Summer 35:00 Upcoming Matches Against Arsenal and Newcastle 41:00 Erik ten Hag's Lackluster Interview 42:00 Backers Content If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. We do a bonus show and a tactical review every week for backers. No Question About T

#723 | Antony scores a fine goal and United chuck away a lead against lowly opposition. Same, not same at Old Trafford. On this evidence, United's season cannot come to an end soon enough. It is a season-long malaise that manager Erik ten Hag has been unable to turn around. Ed & Wayne discuss.  00:00 Introduction 15:00 Disappointing Performance and Lack of Control 28:00 Lack of Clarity and Consistency 38:00 The Impact of New Financial Rules in the Premier League 45:00 Upcoming Player Transfers and Squad Rebuilding at United If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. We do a bonus show and a tactical review every week for backers. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#722 | Victory over Sheffield United at Old Trafford. Stick your Overlapping Centre-Backs where the sun doesn't shine. United are back, baby. Sixth place ain't gonna win itself, etc and so on. Ed & Dan digest another magnificent night at the Old Trafford thunderdome where captain Bruno Fernandes ensured it wasn't another game of embarrassment. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. We do a bonus show and a tactical review every week for backers. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#721 | United beat Coventry in the FA Cup semi-final, but after surrendering a three-goal lead against a Championship team, it feels like a deeply hollow victory. United probably should have been dumped out of the cup and Ten Hag fired on the final whistle but for the most marginal of offside decisions. Ed & Dan discuss another fine day of Man-Yooing. For backers - can United actually beat City in the final? 00:00 Introduction and Manchester United's victory 17:00 Intense penalty shootout 23:00 Controversial offside call and VAR 30:00 Challenges with Injuries and Fatigue 37:00 Debating the Role of the Manager 44:00 Car Update and Upcoming Games If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. We do a bonus show and a tactical review every week for backers. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva

#720 | No midweek game, so Ed & Wayne ponder changes in the media landscape and what it means for coverage of United and the beautiful game more widely. Then there's a look ahead to the weekend's FA Cup Semi-Final against Coventry City at Wembley. Up The Fucking Reds! 00:00 Introduction 06:00 Quiet Week in Unitedland 13:00 Controversy and Firing of Henry Winter 28:00 The Rise of Fan-Produced Content 40:00 Previewing the Manchester United vs Coventry City Match If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. We do a bonus show and a tactical review every week for backers. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#719 | United draw at Bournemouth and slip further away from a very unlikely Champions League place. And with Newcastle beating Spurs, United are now seventh and may have to play next season in the ... Europa Conference League. Ed & Dan commiserate. 00:00 Introduction  01:00 Enjoying Liverpool's struggles 08:00 United's Lack of Cohesion Against Bournemouth 31:00 Bruno Fernandes Future 51:00 Garnacho's Social Media Likes 54:00 Women's Team Makes the FA Cup Final 58:00 Anticipating the Match Against Coventry City If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. We do a bonus show and a tactical review every week for backers. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#718 | It's a midweek with no European football at United so a chance to take stock on the latest news, take some listener questions and look ahead to United's game with Bournemouth at the weekend. With Ed & Tom. 00:00 The State of United 05:00 Challenges Faced by Lower League Clubs 09:00 Politics and Football 15:00 The Departure of John Murtough 24:00 Potential Benefits of Finishing Outside the European Spots 30:00 Proof of Funds Issue in the Failed Qatari Takeover 39:00 Succession Planning at Manchester United 44:00 Concerns About United's Lack of Consistency and Potential Mid-Table Finish If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. We do a bonus show and a tactical review every week for backers. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choi

#717 | United earn a draw against Liverpool to dent the Scousers' title hopes. United will take that from a game that could have got away from the team in the first half. Ed & Dan discuss the game and the two moments of brilliance that secured a point. For backers we look ahead to the Champions League quarter-finals. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. We do a bonus show and a tactical review every week for backers. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#716 | Defeat snatched from the jaws of victory at Stamford Bridge. Just when we thought we'd seen he most braindead performance of the season, Erik ten Hag's men come up with a new low. What a miserable way to lose a game, even if a spot in next season's Champions League had probably already escaped the club. Ed & Wayne review an error-strewn performance in London, try and set the game in a wider context and look forward - if that's the right word - to United vs. Liverpool on Sunday. 00:00 Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Presence 05:00 Effort vs. Quality 09:00 Pattern of Conceding Goals 15:00 Desperate Decisions by Ten Hag 21:00 Rashford's Ineffectiveness 24:00 Comparisons to Past Managers 27:00 INEOS's Wider Influence 31:00 Conceding Late Goals and a Lack of Progress 35:00 Frustration with Decisions 39:00 Lack of Communal Pride 44:00 Manager Under Pressure 53:00 Doubts about United's Chances Against Liverpool If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon

#715 | United left Brentford with a point, probably should have taken all three after scoring late, but deserved absolutely nothing after another abject performance. Almost two years on from United's drubbing at the same ground has the team and Ten Hag progressed at all? Ed & Dan discuss a game that brought everybody back down to earth and then look ahead to Chelsea on Thursday night.  00:00 Introduction and Dinner Conversation 01:00 Daniel's Car Troubles 09:00 Passion and Desire 13:00 Conceding Goals and Lack of Quality Chances 16:00 Ten Hag's Press Conference 21:00 Potential Replacements for Ten Hag 22:00 Southgate 26:00 Poor Performance and Lack of Consequences 27:00 Team Selection 28:00 Budget and Financial Considerations 29:00 Player Performances and Potential Signings 31:00 Mason Mount 34:00 Budget and FFP Implications 38:00 Striker Options and Recruitment 41:00 In Memory of Mark Kirschner If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. W

#714 | It was international week, with some pointless friendlies, some important qualifies and lots of curious fixtures around the world. England's games were not the pick of the bunch, but Kobbie Mainoo stood out on his international debut. Ed & Tom look back on Mainoo's impressive start to his international career and then ahead to Brentford at the weekend. 00:00 International Football and Qualifiers 03:00 Kobbie Mainoo's England Performance 07:00 Potential Weaknesses and Hype 14:00 Competition and Squad Selection 17:00 Rashford's Performance for England 18:00 Harry Maguire's England Chances 20:00 Christian Eriksen's Lack of Gametime 22:00 Ronaldo's Behavior 23:00 Gibraltar and Argentina 24:00 Garnacho's Performance for Argentina 27:00 Preview: Manchester United vs Brentford 30:00 Brentford's Performance and League Position 33:00 Scott McTominay's Role in Midfield 36:00 Manchester United Women's Team 40:00 Patreon Bonus Pod If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes,

Welcome to the inaugural edition of the NQAT Backers' Tactics Podcast. This episode is presented on the main feed as a preview of what our patrons can expect. Our supporters at www.patreon.com/NQATpod are treated to an exclusive weekly show that delves into a pertinent issue of the week. We are delighted to introduce a weekly Tactics Podcast to our offering. Each Monday, for 20-30 minutes, we will explore the tactical strategies employed by United in their recent matches, featuring guest host Darnish Iqbal. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#713 | Sir Jim joined the Gereint Thomas Cycling Club podcast to talk about his sporting philosophy and journey in sailing, cycling, F1 and football. Is offered yet more detail on his plans for Manchester United. Ed & Wayne analyse the interview, still basking in the glow of Sunday's victory over Liverpool. For backers we think about what a 'club style' might mean for United. 00:00 Celebrating the Historic Victory Over Liverpool 06:00 The Comfort and Clarity of Jim Ratcliffe 16:00 The Challenge of Being Manchester United Owner 25:00 Speculation about Gareth Southgate 26:00 Backing Ten Hag 31:00 Playing Style and Plan for the Future 39:00 Promotion of Kobbie Mainoo to England Squad If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. We do a bonus show and a tactical review every week for backers. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review.

#712 This is football. United win it in extra time and book a place in the FA Cup Semi Final. Some heroic performances and a lot spirit take the reds through. Ed & Dan revel in a magical afternoon at Old Trafford. 00:00 Introduction and Game Recap 01:00 Tactics and Heart of the Players 06:00 Klopp's Interview and Personalities 08:00 McTominay's Performance 11:00 Wan Bissaka and Kobi Mainoo's Contributions 13:00 Champions League Qualification 23:00 Anthony's Performance 26:00 The Chaos and Wild Tactics 28:00 Goalkeeping Analysis 29:00 Amad's Role 32:00 Resilience and Winning Mentality 34:00 The Right Manager for the Style 37:00 Bruno Fernandes' Impact 41:00 Marcus Rashford's Performance 45:00 The International Break 51:00 Jordan Henderson's Selection 53:00 Mainoo's Potential Experience If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page. We do a bonus show and a tactical review every week for backers. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Ap

#711 United have a midweek off so the back pages are full of speculation about potential departures this summer, including stories on Antony, Jadon Sancho, and Mason Greenwood. Meanwhile, Mason Mount looks set to return to the squad after a lengthy absence. Ed & Tom digest all the latest news. Then there's controversy surround Jamie Carragher and Mark Goldbridge, two divisive media characters. Finally, a look ahead to Liverpool in the FA Cup. 00:00 Introduction 03:00 United's Finances and Debt 07:00 Regeneration Project around Old Trafford 10:00 United's Summer Transfer Plans 26:00 Ryan Giggs' Appointment at Salford 29:00 Premier League's Deal with the EFL 43:00 Issues with Fan Media 49:00 Jamie Carragher 56:00 Liverpool Preview 01:00 Closing Remarks If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page.  No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a re