No Question About That - a Manchester United podcast
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No Question About That is the original independent fan-published podcast covering Manchester United. Hosted by Ed, with contributions from Dan, Tom, Wayne, Dhar...
Daily #87 | United are approaching the end-game of a disastrous season but a run of good results in the Premier League would have fans anticipating something better next year. Victory in the Europa League would almost save one of the worst season's in living memory. Ed and Adam discuss.
00:00 Introduction
01:06 Final Quarter of the Season Overview
04:05 Europa League Importance
06:06 April Fixtures Breakdown
11:47 Europa League Semi-Final Prospects
16:19 Player Transfers and Squad Depth
20:59 Summer Transfer Strategy and Squad Planning
28:58 Europa League Hopes
32:28 Financial Challenges
36:16 Closing Thoughts
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Lockdown Nostalgia
Daily #86 | It's five years since the Premier League was suspended as the Covid-19 pandemic reached the UK. Three long months without football and then some of the best games during the post Sir Alex Ferguson wilderness years. Ed and Dominic get all nostalgic.
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00:00 Introduction
00:19 Lockdown Football Memories
02:57 The Return of Live Football
04:41 Debates on Fake Crowd Noise
07:40 Ole's Tactical Approach
11:07 Sponsorship Message
12:37 Reflecting on Post-Fergie Football
14:06 The Ronaldo Effect
22:35 Ole's Legacy
25:46 Final Thoughts
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United, Inc. - Our New Football Finance Show
United, Inc. #1 | In the debut episode of 'United Inc.', Jamie (aka Subprime Goals on Twitter and Bluesky) joins Ed to discuss the intricate financials of Manchester United. The show covers a range of topics including the club's current revenue and profitability situation, the financial struggles over the past few years, and potential future strategies for stability. Key points include discussion on the anticipated new stadium and potential funding routes, such as debt, equity, and private financing. They also delve into the implications of Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations and speculate on United's transfer strategies in this financial context. The episode wraps up with broader industry insights, comparing Manchester United’s situation with other clubs and discussing the overarching financial health of football.
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00:00 Introduction to United Inc.
01:30 Financial Overview
04:32 Cost Savings and Financial Strategies
09:26 Profitability and Cash Management
17:04 Stadium Financing
27:02 Arsenal vs Spurs: A Tale of Two Stadiums
28:03 Third-Party Investors
29:16 Barcelona's Financial Struggles
30:20 Debt, Equity, and Private Financing
31:27 Transfers and PSR
42:34 Transfer Strategy
47:53 Premier League Financial Fair Play and City’s Legal Battle
50:45 Conclusion
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M.U.S.T on Pricing, Fans and the Future
Daily #85 | In this episode, Ed is joined by Duncan Drasdo and Andy Green from the Manchester United Supporters Trust (MUST) to discuss the recent ticket price increases announced by Manchester United. Duncan and Andy discuss the 5% average price increase for tickets, policy changes affecting pensioners and under 16s, and the new categorisation scheme for tickets. They explore the broader financial implications, including match day revenues and the operational costs tied to the club's performance. The conversation also touches on the strained relations between fan groups and the club's new management, the necessity of understanding fans' perspectives, and the potential impact of dynamic pricing. The episode concludes with insights into stadium redevelopment plans, the challenges of financing the initiative, and the importance of maintaining a strong fan base.
00:00 Introduction
01:42 Overview of Price Increases
02:51 Impact on Different Fan Groups
03:55 Changes in Ticketing Policies
08:38 Consultation Process
12:41 Financial Challenges and Club's Strategy
23:32 Future of the Stadium and Financing
32:49 Final Thoughts
About MUST
As an organisation, MUST has evolved greatly over the years. From its origins as a fan shareholder pressure group and protest movement, MUST is now the largest Supporters Trust in the UK and works to give United fans the most influential voice possible. Its manifesto sets out the five ways it tries try to do that:
– Representing fans' voices to the Club
– Campaigning on fans priorities
– Building a growing ownership stake for fans –
– Standing up for fans, making sure they’re fairly treated
– Always listening, so we represent fans' real views
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The Tactics Show: Welcome to Amorim-ball?
Tactics #25 | United thrash Leicester, Rasmus Hojlund actually scores goals, Bruno Fernandes excels in midfield yet again, Matthijs de Ligt is excellent at the back, and Ayden Heaven's impact. Are we seeing signs of improvement at last? Plenty to discuss with Ed, Dan and Dharnish.
00:00 Introduction
01:47 Analysing United's Tactics
05:21 Bruno Fernandes' Impact
11:54 Defensive Resilience
18:20 Injury Concerns
19:27 International Break
20:33 England Squad
21:28 Upcoming Matches
24:35 Garnacho's Potential
30:19 Final Thoughts
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About No Question About That - a Manchester United podcast
No Question About That is the original independent fan-published podcast covering Manchester United. Hosted by Ed, with contributions from Dan, Tom, Wayne, Dharnish, Adam, Dominic and Isabel. NQAT covers the latest games, news, business, politics and fan culture at the world’s best supported club. There are two main shows each week, with shorter content throughout the week, including the The Tactics Show. For backers on Patreon and Apple Podcasts we produce NQAT Extra weekly.
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