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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, Dharnish, Adam, Jamie, 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, a tactics show, and a football finance pod. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing the weekly exclusive bonus episode, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Supporter funded episodes are AD-FREE. NQAT is also available in video on YouTube. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review on Apple or Spotify.

  1. Minimum Viable Expectations

    1 HR AGO

    Minimum Viable Expectations

    #955 | Ed and Tom break down Manchester United’s 1-1 draw away to Leeds United, a game that promised a difficult test but in the end said much about United's expectations these days. They assess United’s performance, the recurring tactical issues, and limitations within the squad. The discussion moves from individual performances to the bigger picture, including Ruben Amorim’s tactical approach, his long-term prospects, and what this result says about United’s place in the wider race for European places. There were flashes of encouragement, but also a sober assessment of where this team currently stands and what may lie ahead. 00:00 Introduction and Initial Reactions - Leeds 1-1 United 05:54 Amorim's Future 17:43 Match Analysis: Leeds Goal and United's Response 27:42 Squad Limitations 41:00 Top Four Race 52:00 Looking Ahead to Burnley If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing a weekly exclusive bonus episode, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Supporter funded episodes are ad-free. NQAT is available on all podcast apps and in video on YouTube. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review on Apple or Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1 hr
  2. United, Inc: Are INEOS in Financial Trouble?

    1 DAY AGO

    United, Inc: Are INEOS in Financial Trouble?

    #954 | Ed and Jamie kick off the new year by breaking down the financial challenges faced by INEOS, Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s company - and what it could mean for Manchester United. They discuss Ineos' high leverage, debt restructuring plan, and the potential implications for United's ownership structure. Jamie and Ed also touch on the competitive landscape of the Premier League - and the hurdles in achieving European football. As they speculate on future moves both on and off the pitch, the episode offers insight into the complicated intersection of United and the ownership in 2026. 00:00 Introduction 02:13 INEOS Financial Overview and Debt Situation 11:03 Restructuring and Cost-Cutting Measures 17:31 Impact on Manchester United Ownership 24:37 Red Knights 2.0 and Former Players Investment 29:42 Glazer Family Position and Negotiating Power 35:19 United's On-Pitch Performance and Financial Future If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing a weekly exclusive bonus episode, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Supporter funded episodes are ad-free. NQAT is available on all podcast apps and in video on YouTube. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review on Apple or Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    45 min
  3. Back Down To Earth

    4 DAYS AGO

    Back Down To Earth

    #953 | Ed and Adam review United's disappointing 1-1 draw against Wolves, discussing the team's ongoing struggles, squad deficiencies, and myriad issues under Reuben Amorim. They express concerns about the squad's thinness due to injuries and suspensions, the lack of cohesion in attack, and defensive vulnerabilities. The conversation also touches on the broader implications for the team's performance and future prospects, highlighting potential squad changes in January, and the necessity for a cup run to salvage the season. 00:00 Introduction 00:40 Match Reaction and Tactical Frustrations 06:01 Youth Players and Club Culture 15:43 Passive Performance 25:09 Benjamin Sesko 34:10 System vs Personnel Quality 40:36 January Transfer Window 49:50 Looking Ahead to Leeds 58:31 Closing Thoughts If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing a weekly exclusive bonus episode, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Supporter funded episodes are ad-free. NQAT is available on all podcast apps and in video on YouTube. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review on Apple or Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 4m
  4. NQAT Extra: Revisiting City’s 115 Charges

    6 DAYS AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    NQAT Extra: Revisiting City’s 115 Charges

    Ed and Adam discuss the ongoing investigation into Manchester City's 115 charges relating to alleged financial mismanagement on an industry scale. They explore the complexities and breadth of the case, from Manchester City's early player acquisitions to the extensive legal battles and potential repercussions for the club and the Premier League. The conversation also touches on the broader implications for football governance and the ethical concerns around nation-state ownership of clubs. 00:00 Introduction 00:42 Manchester City transfer practices 03:19 The 115 charges and legal context 09:02 Media coverage and public perception 19:05 Multi-club ownership and player stockpiling 28:17 Financial regulations and loopholes 39:20 Potential punishments and league implications 47:53 Conclusion and final thoughts

    51 min
  5. Dorgu’s Volley and the Art of Hanging On

    27/12/2025

    Dorgu’s Volley and the Art of Hanging On

    #952 | Manchester United beat Newcastle 1-0 at Old Trafford and nobody left feeling relaxed. Ed and Dharnish break down an exhausting win defined by one moment of quality and a lot of defensive survival. We talk through Patrick Dorgu’s stunning volley, a first Premier League goal that settled the game early, before Newcastle spent the rest of the afternoon throwing everything at United. Injuries, makeshift selections, and long spells without the ball forced Ruben Amorim into a far more conservative second-half approach than planned. There’s analysis of the changes after half-time and the decision to protect the lead rather than chase more goals. We also zoom out to the bigger picture: what this result says about United’s season, Amorim’s risk tolerance, and how January squad questions are becoming harder to avoid. 00:00 Introduction 01:59 First-half setup, tempo, and United’s early control 05:17 Second-half siege mentality and defensive reshuffle 11:05 Individual performances 18:54 Amorim’s in-game management and tactical compromises 36:27 Press conferences, messaging, and narrative 43:44 Wolves next and what this win means for the season If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing a weekly exclusive bonus episode, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Supporter funded episodes are ad-free. NQAT is available on all podcast apps and in video on YouTube. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review on Apple or Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    56 min
  6. The Tactics Show: Pressing Good, Defending Bad

    22/12/2025

    The Tactics Show: Pressing Good, Defending Bad

    #951 | Ed and Dharnish discus United's defeat to Villa - impressive pressing, out of possession challenges, Lisandro Martinez's cameo at number 6, and what a future without an injured Bruno Fernandes might look like. The conversation also touches on United's challenges over the festive season, with so many players now out, how will Ruben Amorim adjust United's tactical approach? 00:00 Introduction and Holiday Chat 02:09 Villa Match Analysis and Pressing Tactics 06:02 Defensive Concerns 11:21 Bruno Fernandes Injury and Midfield Options 15:51 Martinez at Number Six 22:22 Upcoming Fixtures 29:35 Closing Remarks If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing a weekly exclusive bonus episode, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Supporter funded episodes are ad-free. NQAT is available on all podcast apps and in video on YouTube. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review on Apple or Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    36 min
  7. The Nightmare Happened

    21/12/2025

    The Nightmare Happened

    #950 | Ed and Wayne dissect Manchester United’s defeat away at Aston Villa, a match that briefly suggested progress before unraveling in depressingly familiar fashion. A strong first half gave way to defensive errors, mounting absences, and an untimely injury to Bruno Fernandes, leaving Ruben Amorim staring at another damaging afternoon. They assess what United did well, where the team failed, and how much responsibility sits with execution versus selection. The discussion turns to injuries and squad depth, the ongoing reliance on youth, and whether Amorim’s decision-making shows conviction or caution. With a difficult run of fixtures ahead, the key question hangs over the episode: does Amorim respond by doubling down on control and safety, or does he finally take the risks this squad appears to demand? 00:00 Introduction and welcome 01:19 Positives and negatives from Villa 02:06 Breaking down the performance 03:58 Injuries and their wider impact 09:06 Youth players and selection calls 15:40 Managerial scrutiny and short-term outlook 29:38 Historical parallels and risk appetite 33:32 Amorim’s growing list of challenges 35:24 Tactical tweaks and in-game responses 38:40 The fixtures ahead and what they demand 53:03 Nepo babies in football 59:40 Final thoughts If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing a weekly exclusive bonus episode, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Supporter funded episodes are ad-free. NQAT is available on all podcast apps and in video on YouTube. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review on Apple or Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 5m
  8. Free Kobbie Mainoo?

    18/12/2025

    Free Kobbie Mainoo?

    #949 | Ed and Tom take stock of where Manchester United really are, amid fitness problems that refuse to clear and tactical compromises that keep piling up. They break down recent performances against Everton and Bournemouth, questioning selection calls, structure, and how much latitude the manager still has to solve problems internally. The conversation widens to youth development and club culture, pushing back on lazy media narratives around players like Kobbie Mainoo and the credibility of the latest transfer chatter, including links to Antoine Semenyo. There’s also a deep dive into Bruno Fernandes’ recent interview, what it reveals, and what it doesn’t. The episode rounds out with a look at the women’s team progressing in the Champions League, before a sobering preview of Aston Villa away, a test that exposes United’s current fragility and lack of margin for error. 00:00 Introduction and catching up 01:00 Everton, Bournemouth, and the Mainoo debate 02:50 Youth players and what club culture actually means 04:23 Media narratives, punditry, and manufactured noise 12:02 Bruno Fernandes interview analysis 23:53 Women’s team and Champions League progress 45:05 Transfers, rumours, and squad depth realities 01:05:36 Aston Villa preview and pressure points If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing a weekly exclusive bonus episode, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Supporter funded episodes are ad-free. NQAT is available on all podcast apps and in video on YouTube. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review on Apple or Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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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, Dharnish, Adam, Jamie, 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, a tactics show, and a football finance pod. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing the weekly exclusive bonus episode, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Supporter funded episodes are AD-FREE. NQAT is also available in video on YouTube. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review on Apple or Spotify.

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