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Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Host Ian Irving is joined by The Athletic's Laurie Whitwell, Carl Anka and Andy Mitten on the world's biggest Manchester United podcast. Subscribe for expert insight from inside the club, breaking news and two episodes every week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
What would Carrick move say about Man United’s leadership?
Darren Fletcher's brief stint in charge of Manchester United's first team may be over after a draw at Burnley and an FA Cup third round exit to Brighton. His…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Who will be Manchester United's new interim head coach?
The first few specks of dust have settled on the sacking of Ruben Amorim, and while Darren Fletcher will be in charge for the FA Cup match against Brighton at…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
REACTION: Man United sack Ruben Amorim
EMERGENCY PODCAST INCOMINGHere we go again: it's an unscheduled, perhaps unexpected, extra episode of Talk of the Devils with reaction to the news - first…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Amorim comments overshadow Leeds draw
Leeds away; a 'bear pit' negotiated with several first-choice players missing. Off the back of a dodgy festive period, ordinarily you'd take your point and…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Man United disappoint again in drab Wolves draw
They're desperately short of players, and in isolation perhaps you could excuse it, but Man United's one-all draw with (statistically speaking) one of the…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Dorgu volley takes Man United to fifth
A Patrick Dorgu volley gave Manchester United a half-time lead against Newcastle at Old Trafford and, well, you know the rest.The second half wasn't pretty…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Man United without Bruno: can they adapt?
Every Manchester United loss, and there have been a few. in the last 12 months has prompted some sort of inquest or soul-searching... until now.United were…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Is Bruno Fernandes irreplaceable at Man United?
Bruno Fernandes' interview with Portuguese TV's Canal 11 (run by the national football federation) caused some consternation at Manchester United this week…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Man United’s mad 4-4 draw: a full breakdown
Wowsers... what a thrill ride... what a rollercoaster! Do you like rollercoasters? Sure you do.Ruben Amorim's Manchester United put in one of the best…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
What does Mainoo’s situation say about modern Man United?
Kobbie Mainoo, whether or not he should be allowed to leave the club, and how to accommodate his talents into a system that doesn't seem naturally suited to…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Man United win emphatically at Wolves after wobble
A win at Wolves, a convincing win. OK, it wasn't entirely trouble-free, but United scored four and put the game to bed comfortably in the second half; they are…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Why have Man United missed another opportunity at Old Trafford?
West Ham haven't won away from home since beating their now-manager Nuno Espirito Santo's Nottingham Forest at the end of August, so this looked like a game…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Mount and Zirkzee lead Man United comeback
Well, isn't this nice... Manchester United win away, in South London, and you can take the first bite out of your advent calendar while you listen to four…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Can Man United bounce back at Palace?
The Everton result has sparked a new wave of soul-searching, but is it fair to feel so dispirited by one result against a competent Premier League team. Or…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Mailbag: Semenyo release clause and Rooney the artist
A second November Q&A for you lucky devils. OK, the mood isn't great after Everton but a few juicy January transfer morsels might perk us up. Should we be…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Questions over Amorim return after Everton defeat
On Monday night Everton became the first side to win at Old Trafford in the Premier League having had a man sent off. To say that doesn't tell the whole story…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Man United prepare for a month without Sesko
The last 48 hours of international football has provided some incredible drama. Laurie Whitwell travelled halfway around the world to witness a 0-0 draw…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Can Man United push on after international break?
It's been a slightly busier international break than usual and, with Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro both putting in leading performances, we consider the…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Inside Ruben Amorim’s first year at Man United
Ruben Amorim was appointed by Manchester United, seemingly in a flash, twelve months ago to replace outgoing manager Erik Ten Hag. But why then, rather than…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
De Ligt rescues point at Spurs
A result, and a performance, that felt very familiar. Leading, then trailing, and rounded off with a late equaliser, Amorim's Manchester United reminded us…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Are United ready to avenge Bilbao?
It's a hectic time for the Talk of the Devils crew, with two more live shows coming up next week in Manchester (sold out) and Walthamstow (last few tickets…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Mailbag: midfield moves and Mitten in Morocco
November has arrived and, while there haven't been any major fireworks yet, we're feeling much better about Manchester United under Ruben Amorim.In this extra…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Man United draw at Forest: Point gained?
Manchester United salvaged a draw at the City Ground, home of Nottingham Forest, with a fantastic volley from Amad Diallo (his first goal of the season) and…
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Has Amorim adapted his system?
Three wins in a row, confidence seeping back into players, and an encouraging set of fixtures over the next few weeks. Life is so much brighter now for…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Can we be optimistic about Man United again?
Back, to back, to back. If Sunderland was relief, and Liverpool was elation, what does a win at home to Brighton mean? Does it mean Manchester United are now…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Bogey team Brighton another big test for Utd
As the warm glow of jubilation fades after Anfield... OK, maybe just one more quick spin around the happiness block!But with a quick mental ice bath of our…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Manchester United win at Anfield
The title says it all; after more than nine years and ten failed attempts, Manchester United have beaten Liverpool at Anfield. We savour every moment from…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Can Man Utd expose Liverpool’s weaknesses?
We've completed the first leg of our live-show tour with dates in Belfast, Dublin, and Cork. Ian and Laurie are back at home feeling the effects, Andy…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Is a Man United full sale realistic?
October international break can only mean one thing, seemingly random news stories about Manchester United. This time it’s the ownership in focus. Coming to…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Ratcliffe on Amorim & Academy in focus
We've said it before, no doubt we'll say it again... just when you think Manchester United are going to have a quiet week, something happens! This time it was…
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Mailbag: Amorim's system, season so far, best chippy in town
October international break and it's time for another Talk of the Devils Extra, this time it's an audience Q&A.So, after another healthy response from you all…
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Sesko & Mount goals settle nerves at Old Trafford
Saturday saw a "routine" win for Manchester United at Old Trafford, if there can be such a thing under Ruben Amorim. The head coach was certainly not under…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Man Utd’s stadium plans, Saudi Friendlies & Sunderland at Old Trafford
Laurie Whitwell taking a day off? As if that would happen. Our resident newshound stepped back into the breach despite a scheduled absence to tell us all about…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Another Man United defeat piles pressure on Amorim
Another failed attempt at back-to-back wins and a worrying performance saw a significant shift in the mood of our correspondence, and amongst our team as…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Mbeumo’s impact at Man United & Brentford preview
Manchester United will face Brentford in West London on Saturday lunchtime looking to pick up back-to-back Premier League wins for the first time under Ruben…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Bruno reaches 100 United goals in vital Chelsea win
Manchester United made it back-to-back wins (at Old Trafford) by beating the World Champions! It was a madcap first half with the Blues ''keeper Robert Sanchez…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
How will Amorim set up for Garnacho’s return?
Mark Critchley joins Ian, Carl, and Andy on a week when Manchester United were all over the news again, and not in a good way. Everyone has an opinion, don't…
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Inside Old Trafford: The Atmosphere Explained
In this Talk of the Devils Extra, the first of the new season, we take stock of the atmosphere at Old Trafford; why it's important, how it has evolved over the…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Derby Reaction: Why did United crumble at City?
It's difficult to believe it now, but there was a healthy degree of confidence going into the latest edition of the Manchester derby. Yes, Ruben Amorim's…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Manchester derby preview: can United build momentum?
It's the first Manchester derby of the new season and, coming quite early in proceedings, there are lots of interesting question marks hanging over both…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Why are Man United letting Onana leave?
Andre Onana has joined Turkish side Trabzonspor on loan in a shock post-UK-transfer-deadline move. Broadcaster Engin Kehale tells us about the Super Lig's…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Transfer mailbag & WSL preview
The Premier League is taking a break for international fixtures so it's a chance for us to take stock. High on the agenda, of course, how Manchester United's…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Inside United's transfer window
Manchester United bought a goalkeeper on transfer deadline day and it was the young Belgian Senne Lammens from Royal Antwerp. The transfer went through despite…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Bruno winner eases pressure on Amorim
Manchester United's men won their first game of football this season (the women won, too; more on that soon). Where Grimsby had started to feel like Ruben…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
What now for United & Amorim?
This isn't the first time we've used the phrase "a new low" in recent years, not by a long way, but it's difficult to see us using it again soon.Amorim's…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
How to solve United's midfield conundrum?
Oh no, are we doing this again?! After a positive opening day performance in defeat at home to Arsenal. hopes were high as United's faithful headed South for…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
What next for Mainoo at Man United?
A few days on from Manchester United’s defeat to Arsenal, Ian Irving is joined by Andy Mitten, Laurie Whitwell and Carl Anka to unpack the big talking points…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Defeat to Arsenal but cause for optimism?
Another Premier League season begins, and it's another home defeat for Amorim's Manchester United. The stats don't look good, but you can make stats say…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Arsenal the first test of Utd's cultural reset
It's the eve of the Premier League season: at Manchester United, Omar Berrada and Ruben Amorim have addressed staff as they do everything possible to hit the…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Sesko signs... more transfers to come?
Manchester United have got their man... again! Benjamin Sesko (pronounced Ben-ya-min Sheshko) met the Old Trafford crowd before the final pre-season game…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Can Amorim turn Man United around this season?
Ruben Amorim met with the press pack at the end of the Premier League's US Summer Series for a wide-ranging discussion encompassing his tenure so far, how…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Sesko in, Hojlund out for Man United?
Manchester United's pursuit of a centre forward, to complete a brand new front three, stepped up a notch this week with the news that Benjamin Sesko is their…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Cunha shines for Man United in US
A victory over West Ham in the first game of the US tour, and a very encouraging performance from Amorim's developing squad. We were impressed by the interplay…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Mbeumo signs, Rashford departs
It's time for the pre-season tour and we're delighted that Andy and Laurie will both be in attendance; as will Manchester United's newest signing, Bryan…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
What does Onana's injury mean for Man United?
Pre-season is here which can only mean one thing... injury disruption. Yes, ahead of the first game (against Leeds in Solna) the news broke that Andre Onana…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Season Preview: What Amorim must fix at Man United
Pre-season is here and Ruben Amorim has his work cut out after his disastrous first few months in charge, but what, precisely, does he need to achieve before…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Rashford, Garnacho, Sancho & co. Sales this summer?
Manchester United's pre-season training starts this Monday, but it will begin without five players. Five players with different profiles, salaries, and ages…
- Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Watkins interest assessed and where's Mbeumo?
Exciting times at TotD Towers as we launch on not one but three social media platforms. Some listeners have been asking to see us on Youtube for a while, well…
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Mbeumo latest & Martinez links examined
The longest day has come and gone but we are now deep into silly season, the transfer-rumour-ridden hinterland that chases the end of the previous season out…
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Fixtures, striker search, and ticket price reaction
It's a midsummer special on the week of the longest day of the year (if only there was a proper name for it...)It's also pretty much square in the middle of…