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#459. United sneak past FC Copenhagen to book a place in the Europa League semi-final, but it took extra time to do it. Ed & Paul look back on Monday's victory and wonder why the game was so close despite United having 13 shots on target. Then there's a look ahead to Sunday night and a one-off semi against Sevilla - José Mourinho's nemeses from 2018. For backers, at look at the current state of affairs in the Champions League. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#458. Europe. Britain may be separated from the continent by a body of water, but United will be heading to the Europa League final eight mini tournament in Germany next week anyway. It was inevitable after United's 5-0 victory over LASK in Austria back in March, of course, but the Reds made sure with a hard-fought win at Old Trafford on Wednesday night. Ed & Paul mull over a forgettable game, look ahead to next week's fixtures in Cologne, and talk transfers and contracts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#457. At one stage this season Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's team was in 14th place in the Premier League, far closer to the relegation zone than earning a place in the Champions League. United's post-lockdown form has earned a place at Europe's top table, making up a gap of 15 points on Leicester and over-taking Chelsea in the process. Ed & Paul discuss United's 2-0 victory at the King Power Stadium and the implications for United's future. There's also a brief preview of the upcoming Europa League Round of 16 tie against LASK. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#456. Another match, more dropped points. United's draw with West Ham has put participation in next season's Champions League in doubt, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's shattered team now requiring a point or better at Leicester on Sunday. Ed & Paul look back of the game against the Hammers and forward to the weekend's crucial fixture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#455. United were comfortably beaten by Chelsea in the FA Cup semi-final at Wembley. Defeat came as manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer switched up a winning formula and David de Gea dropped another clanger. It was a one-off, but are there longer term consequences and questions that result? Ed & Paul discuss.For backers, we review the week's football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#454. United delivered when it mattered against Crystal Palace on Thursday night, but it was much harder work than the 2-0 scoreline might suggest. Sublime goals from Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial earned United three very critical points. Ed & Paul look back on all the action, discuss the fallout from Manchester City's CAS ruling, and look ahead to the FA Cup semi-final against Chelsea at Wembley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#453. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says United will learn a "hard lesson" after dropping points against Southampton at Old Trafford, but will the 2-2 draw cost United a place in next season's Champions League, and the money that goes with a seat at Europe's top table? Ed & Paul discuss all the fallout from a lacklustre performance and look ahead to Thursday's tie against Crystal Palace in south London. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#452. Another week, another victory by a three goal margin. What's going on at Manchester United?! Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side wasn't at its best vs Aston Villa, but the team really didn't need to be either. Ed & Paul review all the action and look forward to Monday's game against Southampton. There's also an interview with the newly rebranded Stretford End Paddock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#451. Just how good is Mason Greenwood? The teenage striker scored twice against Bournemouth at Old Trafford, taking his tally for the season to 15. There's something very special brewing. Ed & Paul review another entertaining United victory, and then look ahead to Thurday's fixture against Aston Villa. For Patreon backers, we review the week's Premier League action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#450. United thrash Brighton to build real momentum in the race for Champions League places, including a breakaway goal of awesome quality. Is Ole's side now good again?! Ed & Paul look back on another positive performance from United and ahead to the weekend's fixture against lowly Bournemouth at Old Trafford. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#449. NQAT is a L******l free zone. On today's episode, United beat Norwich in the FA Cup to book a semi-final against Chelsea. United lacked fluency, with the game heading towards penalties before Harry Maguire slid home a winner. Ed & Paul look forward to Tuesday's game against Brighton - a must win game if a place in next season's Champions League is to be secured. For backers, a round-up of the week's football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#448. Anthony Martial scored a hat-trick as United thrashed Sheffield United at Old Trafford on Wednesday. It was the first league hat-trick scored by a United player since Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement. Ed & Paul review the game, which was replete with positives, and then look ahead to the weekends FA Cup tie against Norwich. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#447. Finally a game to review, with United coming from behind to draw at Tottenham. Bruno Fernandes scored United's goal from the spot in an encouraging if not flawless performance. Ed & Paul review all the action and then look forward to the Reds' game against Sheffield United on Wednesday. For Patreon backers, a review of the all the weekend's action. Who needs Football Weekly, eh? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#446. After three long months, football is back. On Monday's pod, Ed & Paul preview the remainder of the season - nine Premier League games, the FA Cup and United's participation in the Europa League. For Patreon backers, what happens if United don't qualify for the Champions League? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#445. This Friday, a special NQAT Game Club: the best players from the United teams we saw over the past 20 episodes. Next Monday: a preview of the rest of the season! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#444. On NQAT game club, Sir Alex' final game in charge - a 5-5 draw at West Bromwich Albion from 2013 and an emotional goodbye. For backers: what has gone wrong since 2013. Hint: a lot!https://mutv.manutd.com/videos/3624?vod_category=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#443. On Monday's NQAT Game Club we revisit a Dimitar Berbatov hat-trick as United beat Liverpool at Old Trafford in September 2010. The Bulgarian spent a challenging four seasons at Old Trafford, sometimes demonstrating the "genius" Sir Alex Ferguson had bought for £30m, but often showing a disappointing return on investment. Next time out - Sir Alex's final game in charge, a 5-5 draw at West Bromwich Albion.United 3-2 Liverpoolhttps://footballia.net/matches/manchester-united-liverpool-fc-premier-league-2010-2011West Brom 5-5 Unitedhttps://footballia.net/matches/west-bromwich-albion-manchester-united Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#442. On Monday's NQAT Game Club we revisit Moscow 2008, a glorious night for United in Europe. Having defeated Sporting, Roma, Dynamo Kyiv, Lyon, Roma, and Barcelona on the way, Sir Alex Ferguson's team beat Chelsea on penalties to take home a third European Cup. Next week: a Dimitar Berbatov hat-trick as United beat Liverpool at Old Trafford.Moscow 2008https://mutv.manutd.com/videos/3611?vod_category=9Dimitar Berbatov 3-2 Liverpoolhttps://footballia.net/matches/manchester-united-liverpool-fc-premier-league-2010-2011 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#441. On Monday's NQAT Game Club, Roy Keane's greatest hour as United win in Turin to progress to the 1999 Champions League final. Next week, we revisit Moscow 2008 and another glorious night for United in Europe.Juventus v Unitedhttps://mutv.manutd.com/videos/3529?vod_category=9United v Chelseahttps://mutv.manutd.com/videos/3611?vod_category=9 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#440. On Friday's NQAT Game Club, Eric Cantona returns to action against Liverpool in October 1995. Having served an eight month ban for kicking a racist hooligan the previous January, Cantona scores a late penalty to earn United a draw. Next Monday, Roy Keane's greatest hour as United win in Turin.United v Liverpoolhttps://footballia.net/matches/manchester-united-liverpool-fc-premier-league-1995-1996Juventus v Unitedhttps://mutv.manutd.com/videos/3529?vod_category=9 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices