The United Foundry

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An independent Manchester United fan channel hosted by Gaz Drinkwater, bringing United supporters the latest news, honest opinions and proper debate on everything happening at Old Trafford. Expect regular Manchester United transfer updates, match previews, instant reactions, weekly podcasts, player analysis, interviews and discussion around the biggest stories affecting the club. Gaz is joined by guests, contributors and supporters to break down performances, transfers and the decisions shaping Manchester United — without the noise, agendas or recycled talking points. Whether you are watching from Manchester or supporting United from anywhere in the world, subscribe and become part of The United Foundry. Manchester United. Forged through discussion.

Episodes

  1. 3 days ago

    Does Rashford Deserve Another Chance?

    Marcus Rashford is back in the Manchester United setup — but does he deserve another chance at Old Trafford? Gaz is joined by James to debate one of the biggest questions facing United ahead of the new season. From Rashford's relationship with the club and whether he genuinely wants to be at Manchester United, to questions over his work rate, consistency and mentality, they look at whether the former number 10 can rebuild his United career. They also discuss the pressure Rashford will face from supporters and the media, competition for places, whether we've forgotten just how good a confident Marcus Rashford can be, and the role Michael Carrick could play in getting the best out of him. Can Rashford rediscover his best form? Is there still a place for him at United? Or has too much happened for the relationship to be repaired? Let us know what you think in the comments. And stay until the end as James takes on a Manchester United number 14 quiz following Rashford's new squad number. Subscribe to The United Foundry for Manchester United debate, reaction, previews and more throughout the season. #ManchesterUnited #MUFC #MarcusRashford #ManUtd #TheUnitedFoundry The central debate moves from Rashford's return into whether he wants to remain at United, criticism of his effort and off-field behaviour, his confidence and ability, and finally whether Carrick can revive his career.  00:00 – Does Marcus Rashford deserve another chance?00:49 – James reacts to Rashford's Man United return02:07 – Does Rashford actually WANT to be at United?03:37 – Rashford's relationship with Manchester United04:18 – The criticism of Rashford's attitude and behaviour05:05 – Do fans only care when performances are bad?06:30 – Has Rashford's effort been good enough?07:37 – Does a great player need to constantly run?09:11 – A confident Rashford is still a phenomenal player10:07 – Can Rashford handle not being a guaranteed starter?11:25 – What does Rashford need to succeed again?12:26 – Rashford will face more pressure than ever13:21 – Could Rashford actually be under LESS pressure now?14:28 – Will the pressure make Rashford sink or swim?15:37 – How confidence has affected Rashford before17:02 – How good is Marcus Rashford at his best?17:41 – Can Michael Carrick get the best out of Rashford?20:08 – Will Carrick's tactics actually suit Rashford?21:27 – Final verdict on Rashford's United future21:54 – Man United number 14 quiz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  2. 6 days ago

    Should Man United Fans Be Panicking Yet? | The United Foundry Podcast

    Are Manchester United fans right to be worried about the transfer window — or is there still plenty of time for INEOS to get it right? In the first episode of The United Foundry Podcast, Gaz Drinkwater and Callum Stone discuss United’s transfer strategy, the club’s pursuit of young talent and whether the squad still desperately needs another midfielder before the Premier League season begins. They also get into Marcus Rashford’s return to Manchester United, the criticism surrounding his life off the pitch and whether fans should care what players do away from football if they perform when it matters. Then, attention turns to a much bigger issue: INEOS’ relationship with Manchester United supporters. From season-ticket controversy and rising prices to the diminishing influence of the Fans’ Forum, has Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s regime fundamentally misunderstood what makes Manchester United different? Plus: what would have happened if José Mourinho had replaced Sir Alex Ferguson in 2013? Would United have won another Premier League title — and would the post-Ferguson collapse simply have been delayed? 00:00 Welcome to The United Foundry Podcast 01:06 Man United transfer rumours & “silly season” 03:24 Are United moving too slowly in the market? 04:30 Louis Page & United’s youth recruitment strategy 06:38 Should United spend big on another midfielder? 08:22 Are INEOS getting recruitment right? 10:22 Why United fans shouldn’t panic yet 12:48 Why young players still want Manchester United 15:29 Man City, spending & football’s financial rules 17:22 Marcus Rashford is back at Manchester United 18:07 Should fans care what Rashford does off the pitch? 21:31 Rashford, professionalism & the Amorim fallout 23:40 INEOS and the treatment of Manchester United fans 25:21 What happened to the Fans’ Forum? 27:14 Ticket prices, touting & the matchgoing fan 30:25 Are INEOS destroying United’s fan culture? 31:12 What going to Old Trafford actually means 33:08 Have INEOS misunderstood Manchester United? 35:49 Woodward vs Ratcliffe: has it actually got worse? 37:24 The Glazers are still the real problem 38:55 What if Mourinho replaced Ferguson in 2013? 42:41 Are United ready for the new season? 43:02 Picking Man United’s best XI 45:33 When should fans start panicking about transfers? 45:54 Outro Subscribe to The United Foundry for weekly Manchester United discussion, reaction and opinion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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An independent Manchester United fan channel hosted by Gaz Drinkwater, bringing United supporters the latest news, honest opinions and proper debate on everything happening at Old Trafford. Expect regular Manchester United transfer updates, match previews, instant reactions, weekly podcasts, player analysis, interviews and discussion around the biggest stories affecting the club. Gaz is joined by guests, contributors and supporters to break down performances, transfers and the decisions shaping Manchester United — without the noise, agendas or recycled talking points. Whether you are watching from Manchester or supporting United from anywhere in the world, subscribe and become part of The United Foundry. Manchester United. Forged through discussion.