The Official Manchester United Podcast

Defensive stalwart Jimmy Nicholl is the latest UTD Podcast guest, as he tells some riveting stories from his time growing up at United and amassing almost 250 appearances for the Reds, between 1975 and 1981. Jimmy played for both United and Rangers who, coincidentally, take on the Reds in a pre-season friendly at Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium on Saturday 20th July. You can get your tickets here. Remarkably, after being born in Canada, his family escaped the Troubles in Northern Ireland thanks to the help of the club, with then-manager Tommy Docherty helping to arrange the move to Manchester. He puts his signing of a professional deal down to a bona-fide United legend and would go on to forge close bonds with the rest of the team. There were real highs for club and country, which he details, such as winning the 1977 FA Cup and beating hosts Spain at the 1982 World Cup with Billy Bingham’s Northern Ireland, and the partying that ensued. Jimmy explains why Ron Atkinson’s arrival proved to be the beginning of the end for him at United but he discusses his career in coaching after hanging up his boots and his current job as assistant manager to the country he served so well as a player. There is one big regret, though, for the former full-back. Find out what it is, and much more, by listening to our revealing interview. The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 17 July 2024

With United's upcoming tour to the USA on the horizon, this is another chance for you to listen to Manchester United States, a special podcast episode with MUTV’s Mark Sullivan who looked into Manchester United’s relationship and links with the USA. Join us to learn about United’s rich history in the USA, the current landscape of soccer and how much the sport has grown in popularity. Mark even gets the opportunity to chat to some of our fans and hear from former Reds who have played in the MLS, such as Wayne Rooney and Tim Howard. MUTV is the place where you can follow all of our pre-season action! For tickets and more info on Tour24. Many thanks to the following people for taking part in this podcast episode… Sam Jones - Red Devils DCCasey Kell - San Diego Supporters ClubSteve Baxter - Atlanta Supporters GroupAmani Soyinka - LA Supporters ClubJoe Prince-Wright - NBC Lead writer & editor, ProSoccerTalkWayne Barton - Manchester United authorAntónio Simoes - Former Benfica football player Thanks also to D.C. United and Inter Miami CF for providing content. Producer: Nick ThomsonExecutive Producer: Scott Martin The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 8 July 2024

We've hit the jackpot because this week's guest has Manchester United connections stretching back to the Busby Babes, to Marcus Rashford and everyone in between. Sam & Helen sit down with Paul McGuinness, former Academy coach and son of Busby Babe and United manager Wilf McGuinness. Paul shares a lifetime of United stories with us, from playing in Sir Matt Busby's office as a four-year-old child, to Christmases at home with 'Uncle Bobby', to coaching the likes of Marcus Rashford, Paul Pogba and Danny Welbeck. Paul also tells us what he's up to these days, he gives us an update on his father Wilf, and he explains to us what Manchester United means to him. Do not miss this very special episode of the UTD podcast! The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 25 June 2024

In a first for the UTD podcast, this week we have a referee, and not just any referee, former head of referees, Keith Hackett. For this one Sam & Helen are joined by Wes Brown who is filling in for Maysie. In a career spanning from 1972 to 1994, Keith worked in the English Football League (and international football) as a linesman and referee. He refereed the 1990–91 league encounter between Manchester United and Arsenal at Old Trafford, a match notorious for the 21-man brawl breaking out just after the hour mark. Keith also refereed his last ever match at Old Trafford, a game between United and Liverpool.  Keith later worked as a referees' assessor before, on 1 March 2004, he was appointed general manager of the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL). Today Keith talks about a long career refereeing at the top level of football, his relationship with Sir Alex Ferguson, as well as how the game is changing. Warning - VAR chat incoming! The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 18 June 2024

This week Sam, Helen & Maysie are joined by former player, captain, class of 92 graduate, treble winner, entrepreneur, tv pundit and football club owner Gary Neville! Gary Neville was a right-back and spent his entire career with Manchester United, serving as club captain for five years. He is one of the most decorated English and European footballers of all time, having won a total of 20 trophies, including 8 Premier League titles and 2 UEFA Champions Leagues. Gary is also part of the Old Trafford redevelopment task force and provides us with an update. Gary also speaks to us about his footballing career, life after playing, and gives us an incredible breakdown of exactly why Sir Alex Ferguson was so successful. No United fan will want to miss this! The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 4 June 2024

Sam, Helen & Maysie have jumped on a call together to share their thoughts on an amazing day at Wembley on Saturday, where Manchester United lifted their 13th FA Cup trophy, beating Manchester City 2-1. Helen, who has interrupted her holiday for us, shares what it meant to the Evans household and fills us in on the post-match party! The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2024

25 years ago, Manchester United made English football history, when they won the treble of the Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League. With a nucleus of homegrown stars, Alex Ferguson and his team went on a remarkable 33 game unbeaten run to reach the promised land.  Where there is a true moment in time, a ‘where were you?’ moment, there is a desire to relive it. And not just relive it. To feel what it was like before it happened. To remember that anticipation. To bask in the moment and soak it in just one more time. Now you can. Narrated by Paddy Barclay, produced by Wayne Barton and using rare unheard audio from the collection of Tom Tyrrell, this episode of the Manchester United Podcast places you on May 14th, 1999, two days before the final Premier League game against Tottenham Hotspur. You will hear from the players as they navigated through the following days, on the brink of history, experiencing it as it happened. This is Manchester United, on the edge of glory.  The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Editor: Nick ThomsonExecutive Producer: Scott Martin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2024

To celebrate our women's team winning the FA Cup for the first time, we're giving you another chance to listen to Ella Toone's episode. It's well worth a listen whether you managed to catch it the first time around or not! Click here to get your tickets for the women's final game of the season, at Old Trafford, where the FA Cup will be presented! The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2024

This week Helen Evans and Wes Brown are joined by a group of young people from the Foundation’s ‘Youth Voice’ group. Manchester United Foundation uses football to engage and inspire young people to build a better life for themselves and unite the communities in which they live, and that's what this episode is all about! In this episode we give our young fans the chance to get on the mic and talk about issues that matter to them, and how football clubs can play their part in positive change. To help with our discussion, we're also joined by some special guests... Lamin Touray - Actor, community activist and United fan.Anthony Savery - Community Project Coordinator at Manchester United FoundationKate Green - Deputy Mayor of Greater Manchester for policing, crime, criminal justice and fireJordan Eyre - Social Media Strategy Manager at Manchester United If you like what you hear and want to get yourself or a young person involved with Manchester United Foundation then you can find more information here or search mufoundation.org Thanks to the following members of our amazing Youth Voice group for joining us; Arissa, Esty, Amelia, Ciaran, Danyaal, Rick, Khadim and Mohamed. For more information on the Len Johnson campaign and the charity football match you can click here. The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 9 May 2024

This week Sam, Helen and Maysie have teamed up with Cadbury for a trip down memory lane. Cadbury and Manchester United are national treasures that have always been there in our living memories, and these cultural reference points are a powerful way to inspire memories of the past.” With this in mind, it’s Cadbury’s 200th anniversary this year and as part of the celebration, they have partnered with Alzheimer's Research UK to support those living with Alzheimer’s. For more information about the wider campaign and to find out how you can get involved, please go to manutd.com/MemoriesUniteUs Today on the show: Sam, Helen & Maysie share their early United memories.We chat with Jason Leach about how the club are helping fans by hosting reminiscing sessions at Old Trafford.Two members of these reminiscing sessions, Sean & Digger, will be joining us.We'll hear some lovely stories from fans of the clubAnd we’ll pay tribute to Tom Clare, a very special United fan and author of Manchester United books, who sadly, is no longer with us. Thank you to our partner Cadbury for making this special episode happen. To join in with the reminiscing sessions at Old Trafford, contact the museum on +44 161 676 7770 or email: [email protected] To purchase a copy of Digger's book, click here or search for 'Digger's Journey' on Amazon. The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2024

For the first time ever the UTD podcast has been filmed in front of a live audience! We're back in Malta but this time we've got the whole gang together plus our special guest Mike Phelan. Back in early February Sam, Helen & Maysie were invited by the supporters' club to celebrate their 65th anniversary and they had plenty of activities planned for us. Thank you to everyone at the Manchester United Supporters' Club Malta for your hospitality. Mike Phelan has been on the UTD podcast before talking about his coaching career, so this was the perfect opportunity to focus more on his playing days. As well as his time at Burnley and Norwich, he talks about how he first joined United during that early Alex Ferguson era, before the gaffer had won a single trophy at United. Mike shares his memories of that famous 1990 FA Cup victory and tells the audience how things really clicked into place after that, putting in place the foundations for domination in the years that followed. Maysie and Mike were also able to take some questions from the audience. Don't miss this truly unique episode of the UTD podcast! The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2024

Marouane Fellaini, who was Manchester United’s first major signing of the post-Sir Alex Ferguson era, sat down with Helen Evans and Sam Homewood to discuss his journey with the Reds between 2013 and 2019. The Belgium international, who announced his retirement from football in February 2024, admits his first season at the club was ‘the worst of his career’, but highlights his hard work and dedication in recovering to become a vital contributor to trophy wins under Louis van Gaal and Jose Mourinho. Marouane also touches upon his early career with Standard Liege and Everton, moving to China and living through Covid there and what’s next after hanging up his boots, in an honest, open and insightful listen. As mentioned by Sam, you can check out Harsh Nair's portraits here @harsh05nair_art Thank you for sending them into us Harsh! The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 2 April 2024

Sam, Helen and Maysie are back at Carrington to speak to Emma Watson. The Scot joined United from Rangers in the summer of 2023 at the young age of 17 but unfortunately suffered an ACL injury while on international duty, shortly after signing. She opens up about how she is coping with this difficult stage in her career and what her future ambitions are, and believe us, she has big ambitions! Emma’s career is still in its infancy, but that hasn’t stopped her tasting success. She’s a Scotland international, she’s scored in the Champions League, she won the 2021/22 Scottish Women's Premier League title and if that wasn’t enough, she was named PFA Scotland Women's Young Player of the Year. Wow, you can see why Marc Skinner wanted to sign her! Enjoy this conversation with a rising star. Our women's team have an exciting end of season in store, including an FA Cup semi-final and a match at Old Trafford. You can get behind them and purchase your match tickets here. The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 26 March 2024

This week Sam, Helen and Maysie are moving into politics. They were invited to the Greater Manchester Combined Authority to speak to the Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham! Andy is a huge football fan and an ambassador for the city of Manchester. Although he is an Everton fan, we talk about how his day job is heavily influenced by Manchester United and we explore his relationship with the club. Did you know that Andy's father attended the first game at Old Trafford after the Munich air disaster? And do you remember when Andy visited Vatican City to gift Pope Francis a Lisandro Martinez shirt? We also use this opportunity to preview the upcoming Everton match at Old Trafford, plus Maysie tells us what he would do if he was ever the Mayor of Greater Manchester. Could this be the start of a new career? The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 8 March 2024

It's happened, we've got him! Lady Evans is joined by Mr Evans MBE on the Manchester United podcast! This episode was recorded in two parts, the first at the Evans household, before we catch up at Carrington to discuss the fact that the defender is now back at the club, after re-signing in the summer. No ground is left uncovered with the Northern Irishman, from his early days as a supporter and memories of celebrating in the street when his heroes won the Treble. There is some chat around the computer game Football Manager, life in a body cast (!) and why he wouldn't kiss his mum in front of Roy Keane! Of course, the background of how he joined the Reds' fabled Academy is covered in depth, as well as his two stints in the senior team. Impressive stays at West Brom and Leicester City are also discussed but the main focus is this big Red's affection for his boyhood club. There is even a selection of listeners' questions for Jonny to answer as he lifts the lid on how much United means to him. The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2024

It's happened, we've got him! Lady Evans is joined by Mr Evans MBE on the Manchester United podcast! This episode was recorded in two parts, the first at the Evans household, before we catch up at Carrington to discuss the fact that the defender is now back at the club, after re-signing in the summer. No ground is left uncovered with the Northern Irishman, from his early days as a supporter and memories of celebrating in the street when his heroes won the Treble. There is some chat around the computer game Football Manager, life in a body cast (!) and why he wouldn't kiss his mum in front of Roy Keane! Of course, the background of how he joined the Reds' fabled Academy is covered in depth, as well as his two stints in the senior team. Impressive stays at West Brom and Leicester City are also discussed but the main focus is this big Red's affection for his boyhood club. There is even a selection of listeners' questions for Jonny to answer as he lifts the lid on how much United means to him. The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 21 February 2024

Sam, Helen & Maysie will be back with another interview soon but in the meantime, Mark Sullivan was in the Megastore yesterday for the latest episode of The Debate, with guests David May, Danny Webber and Carl Anka from The Athletic. For a limited time only you can listen to this show as a podcast! The guys were celebrating the launch of the new clothing collaboration between Stone Roses, Manchester United and Adidas. You can check it out here at United Direct. Topics Our next opponents in the FA CupOld Trafford redevelopmentReaction to our last two victoriesLooking ahead to Aston Villa on Sunday Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the MUTV The Official Manchester United App is also the best place to get close to the club you love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 9 February 2024

As we commemorate the 66th anniversary of the Munich Air Disaster, we have delved into the archives to present a special episode of the Manchester United podcast. In 1998, 40 years after the tragedy, journalist and author Tom Tyrrell spent time with Jackie Blanchflower, Bill Foulkes and Albert Scanlon, Busby Babes and survivors from that fateful day. They spoke about the wonderful and ground-breaking team they played in, the events of February 6th, 1958, the aftermath and how it made them feel to watch the United team of 1998 - on the edge of glory themselves. Narrated by the legendary football writer Paddy Barclay, this is of course an incredibly emotional account of the darkest day in our club’s history, and the accounts of Jackie, Bill and Albert are presented as they were told in order to educate listeners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 5 February 2024

Mark Sullivan presented yesterday’s show from the Megastore with guests Wes Brown, Ben Thornley, Samuel Luckhurst from The MEN and Neil Custis from The Sun. Zarah was also in the Megastore asking today’s Killer Question – Who is United’s best ever goalkeeper? For a limited time only, you can listen to the show here as a podcast! Topics Newport reactionLooking ahead to Wolves and West HamUnited's best ever GoalkeeperRound up of all our teams Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the MUTV You can browse through our new Spring / Summer training range here at United Direct. The Official Manchester United App is also the best place to get close to the club you love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 30 January 2024

Mark Sullivan presented Tuesday’s show from the Megastore with guests David May, Quinton Fortune, Laurie Whitwell and Simon Peach. Zarah was also in the Megastore asking today’s Killer Question – Who is United’s best Academy graduate, a question which was also posed to darts sensation Luke Littler at training. For a limited time only you can listen to this show as a podcast! Topics Quinton Fortune's time working in MexicoUnited players at AFCONPlayers returning from winter break and going out on loanNewport FA Cup preview Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the MUTV The Official Manchester United App is also the best place to get close to the club you love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 25 January 2024

Welcome to another Manchester United podcast. This time we're in Malta with Dimitar Berbatov! In this episode we learn about this football loving country and why it has such strong links to English football and Manchester United. We visit the famous Manchester United Supporters' Club Malta (the oldest in the world) to watch a match and meet the people that make it so special. We also learn about domestic football in Malta with Hibernians and Malta national team player Bjorn Kristensen. Thank you to Visit Malta for making this podcast possible. The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Producer: Nick ThomsonExecutive Producer: Scott Martin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 23 January 2024

Mark Sullivan presented yesterday’s show from the Megastore with guests Alex Bruce, Wes Brown and BBC journalist Simon Stone. Zarah was also in the Megastore asking today’s Killer Question – Who is United’s best every January signing? For a limited time only, you can listen to the show here as a podcast! Topics Alex Bruce at Macclesfield Spurs reviewLooking forward to Newport County in the FA CupWomen's team FIFA awards Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the MUTV You can browse through our New Year's range here at United Direct. The Official Manchester United App is also the best place to get close to the club you love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 18 January 2024

To kick off 2024 Sam, Helen & Maysie catch up with former Red and Northern Ireland international Pat McGibbon. Pat has an important story to tell, particularly at a time of year when a lot of people struggle with their mental health. Not long after joining United as a teenager, Pat learnt the tragic news of his brother Phillip taking his own life, which is something Pat hasn't spoken about until recently. He has begun to speak publicly about mental health issues, with the aim of increasing mental health awareness, reducing the stigma and promoting health and well-being through sport. Pat tells us about this heart-breaking time for his family and also how Manchester United offered him much needed structure in his life, helping him to focus on his football career again. It wasn't until after retirement when Pat started to really struggle with his own mental health. We're pleased to say that Pat has turned things around and is now a mental health and wellbeing coach/mentor. In Phillip's honour, Pat founded the charity TRAIN 2 B SMART (TTBS) Juniors, who aim to promote positive mental health and well-being through sport. TTBS have affiliated boys and girls teams at a range of age groups. The aim of the charity is to educate through seminars, workshops, play and to inspire the local/ wider community. For more information on Train 2B Smart you can watch this video or visit their website. You can donate to their Community Well-being Hub JustGiving page here. Thank you! The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 16 January 2024

Mark Sullivan presented yesterday’s show from the Megastore with guests David May, Ben Thornley, James Ducker from The Telegraph and David McDonnell from The Mirror. Ben was also in the Megastore asking today’s Killer Question – Which United player past or present would you choose to score a penalty if your life depended on it? For a limited time only, you can listen to the show here as a podcast! Topics New training kit available hereFA Cup Wigan reviewGarnacho's formFranz Beckenbauer Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the MUTV The Official Manchester United App is also the best place to get close to the club you love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 10 January 2024

Mark Sullivan presented yesterday’s show from the Megastore with guests Danny Webber, Wes Brown and from Talk of the Devils Podcast we had Ian Irving and Rob Dawson from ESPN. Zarah was also in the Megastore asking today’s Killer Question – Who would you sign in January if money was no object? For a limited time only, you can listen to the show here as a podcast! Topics Nottingham Forest reactionThe January transfer windowA winter breakFA Cup Wigan preview Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the MUTV The Official Manchester United App is also the best place to get close to the club you love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 3 January 2024

Mark Sullivan presented yesterday’s show from the Megastore with former Reds Ben Thornley and David May, The Sun’s Neil Custis and Carl Anka of The Athletic. Zarah was also in the Megastore asking today’s Killer Question - Who has been United’s best player of 2023? Topics Aston Villa reactionUnited's best goals of 2023Nottingham Forest preview Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the MUTV The Official Manchester United App is also the best place to get close to the club you love. We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 29 December 2023

With 2023 drawing to a close, Helen, Sam & Maysie look back on another top year of podcasting! They relive their favourite moments, laugh at some behind the scenes stories and are surprised by some Christmas messages from you, our listeners! You continue to prove that the Manchester United family is very special. Thank you! Merry Christmas / and a Happy New Year to everyone. We will see you in 2024! The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 20 December 2023

Mark Sullivan presented yesterday’s show from the Megastore with guests Ben Thornley, Danny Webber and from Talk of the Devils Podcast/United We Stand Fanzine, we had Andy Mitten and Carl Anka. For a limited time only, you can listen to the show here as a podcast! Zarah was also in the Megastore asking today’s Killer Question – Who will finish top goal scorer this season? Topics Chelsea reactionAndy Mitten's interview with Erik ten HagHarry Maguire's excellent form You can get your Manchester United Christmas jumpers here. Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the MUTV The Official Manchester United App is also the best place to get close to the club you love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 8 December 2023

Liam Bradford presented yesterday’s show from the Megastore with guests David May, Lou Macari and from Talk of the Devils Podcast/The Athletic, we had Ian Irving and Laurie Whitwell. Zarah was also in the Megastore asking today’s Killer Question, what is the best goal you've ever seen live? Topics Galatasaray ReactionPlayer of the MonthGoal of the MonthNewcastle Preview Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the MUTV The Official Manchester United App is also the best place to get close to the club you love. We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 1 December 2023

Liam Bradford presented Tuesday’s show from the Megastore with guests Danny Webber, David May and Neil Custis from The Sun. Ben Ibson was also in the Megastore asking today’s Killer Question; Which other player has had a similar impact to Eric Cantona? Topics Reaction to our women's defeat at Old TraffordReds on international dutyMost hostile football stadiumsEverton preview You can get your Manchester United Christmas jumpers here. Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the MUTV The Official Manchester United App is also the best place to get close to the club you love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 23 November 2023

Diogo is back on the United podcast! Sam, Helen & Maysie caught up with him at Carrington to talk about his impressive rise to the first team. Last time Diogo was on the podcast, it was early 2020 and he was breaking into the first team, now he's a regular! We had a lot to chat about. Diogo tells us how he never gave up on becoming a regular first team player and now wants to help other players coming through. The timing of this interview was perfect as it was just after his amazing match-winning goal at Sheffield United. Was this his favourite ever strike? Diogo takes us behind the scenes of the 22/23 Carabao Cup victory campaign and the subsequent celebrations at Wembley. He also talks about his loan spell at AC Milan being a game-changer in his career, as well as how he feels about becoming a father. If that's not enough, we also play a quiz (how well do you know your football player nicknames?), and Diogo answers your questions! The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 21 November 2023

Mark Sullivan presented yesterday’s show from the Megastore with guests Wes Brown, David May, James Robson from Associated Press and Ian Irving from Premier League Productions / Talk of the Devils podcast. Topics Do United deserve more credit?The impact of our injury list so far this seasonCan United's women break another attendance record against City this weekend?Killer question - Is Peter Schmeichel our greatest ever GK?Killer question - Is Paul Scholes our greatest ever midfielder?Adidas retro range giveaway. Send your answer to [email protected] Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the MUTV The Official Manchester United App is also the best place to get close to the club you love. We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 16 November 2023

This week on the Manchester United podcast, Sam Homewood and David May are at Carrington with GK Altay Bayindir. Yet to make an appearance for the first team, this is the perfect opportunity to get to know our new goalkeeper, and what a funny conversation it was! Altay arrived at Old Trafford with 166 career appearances and 53 clean sheets to his name, becoming Manchester United's first-ever Turkish player. He signed for United in the summer 2023 transfer window, completing his move from Fenerbahçe on deadline day. Over the previous two terms, Bayindir has added Champions League, Europa League and Europa Conference League experience to his CV with Fenerbahce and played his part in their run to lifting the Turkish Cup in 2022/23. Today on the podcast he talks about how he's adapting to life in Manchester, growing up in Bursa (close to Istanbul), plus Altay & Maysie swap stories about the most hostile games they've ever experienced in Turkey. Altay tells us about the chance conversation he had, which persuaded him to be a goalkeeper. He actually thinks that he could've been a decent striker or defender! We also find out which former United GK is Altay's hero as well as how he felt when he first knew that Manchester United were interested in him. An offer he couldn't ignore! The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 1 November 2023

Welcome to a special episode of the Manchester United podcast. Today we commemorate one of our most beloved sons, Sir Bobby Charlton, who passed away last weekend at the age of 86. There are no superlatives worthy of describing just how much Sir Bobby’s contribution to the club is valued and similarly, there are no words to articulate just how profound and sad this loss is to everyone associated with Manchester United. In this episode Sam, Helen & Maysie present a selection of their favourite Sir Bobby Charlton stories, told my previous guests of the United Podcast. One thing is obvious and shines through these stories… the respect, admiration and affection that everybody holds for Sir Bobby Charlton. The greatest. He will never be forgotten. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 27 October 2023

Manchester United's Mark Sullivan is in the Megastore alongside Siobhan Chamberlain and Joe Thompson, plus Zarah asking the day’s Killer Question to Megastore Customers, we also gave away an Adidas Lifestyle Range Gilet. Topics Included:Debate on InternationalsDebate on PSG Women’s gameDebate on Sheffield UnitedDebate on 600 OT Games Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the MUTV The Official Manchester United App is also the best place to get close to the club you love. We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 18 October 2023

MUTV's Mark Sullivan was joined in the Megastore by Wes Brown, Phil Bardsley, Simon Peach and David McDonnell. Topics DiscussedRooney at BirminghamMaguire and his phone call from BeckhamOne Love (memorabilia) Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the MUTV The Official Manchester United App is also the best place to get close to the club you love. We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 13 October 2023

Jesper Olsen, an exotic signing from Ajax in 1984 for the Reds, joins Helen Evans, Wes Brown and Lou Macari for a trip down Memory Lane on the UTD Podcast. The Dane was at Old Trafford with kids from his Future Football coaching school and, as he is based in Australia now, this was a rare opportunity to speak to the former winger at a ground he graced, parading his skills down the left flank. Jesper reveals how he always followed United’s results growing up in Denmark and worked in a bank before breaking through at Ajax. He feels there was a reason why Ron Atkinson decided to sign him and talks us through the move and adapting to life in English football. This included a lot of effort off the pitch, including lock-ins at Paddy Crerand’s pub (!) and needing to ask captain Bryan Robson about the ‘small bears’ that were appearing in his garden! It was not always plain sailing, as he lifts the lid on an infamous training-ground bust-up with midfield hard-man Remi Moses, one that was hard to hide as it left him with a black eye. The transition to training at The Cliff was an eye-opener and he got to see the start of Sir Alex Ferguson’s reign when the Scot came in. Jesper would go on to play with Eric Cantona at Bordeaux and talks about the best players he lined up with, including Johan Cruyff and that memorable penalty routine he performed with the Dutch master. Now living Down Under, Jesper retains the memories of United being “something special” and reminisces about the brilliant FA Cup in 1985 against Everton. At the end of the podcast, Jesper, Wes and Lou provide invaluable advice to the kids from the coaching school about how to make the grade in the game. This is a fabulous chat with one of our first overseas signings and the chance to catch up with a skilful player who will be remembered fondly by a lot of supporters. The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 10 October 2023

MUTV'S Mark Sullivan was joined in the Megastore alongside David May, Ben Thornley, Andy Mitten and Carl Anka.  Topics Discussed: Reflecting on Manchester United's Tuesday night Champions League game against Galatasaray.Is Hojlund the complete striker for Manchester United?Discussing our Women's victory in the opening WSL game.David Beckham's new Netflix documentary, where does he rank amongst United's greats. Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the MUTV The Official Manchester United App is also the best place to get close to the club you love. We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 6 October 2023

MUTV's Mark Sullivan was joined yesterday in the Megastore by Alex Bruce on his birthday, Danny Webber, Neil Custis from The Sun and Laurie Whitwell from The Athletic. Topics discussed Manchester United in the Carabao CupCasemiro's formWayne Rooney's debut for UnitedCrystal Palace preview Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the MUTV The Official Manchester United App is also the best place to get close to the club you love. We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 29 September 2023

Join Sam, Helen and Maysie as they discuss their favourite ever episodes and look back on some classic moments of the UTD podcast. They also get the opportunity to read out some of your emails. This episode is a celebration of the special community that this podcast has created. Thank you for listening and for being part of the Manchester United family! The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. You can check out our host's favourite episodes below... Luke Chadwick: https://www.manutd.com/en/podcast/detail/utd-podcast-series-3-episode-97-with-luke-chadwickSir Alex Ferguson: https://www.manutd.com/en/podcast/detail/united-podcast-series-3-episode-87-with-sir-alex-fergusonOdion Ighalo: https://www.manutd.com/en/podcast/detail/utd-podcast-series-two-episode-62-with-odion-ighaloQuinton Fortune: https://www.manutd.com/en/podcast/detail/utd-podcast-series-one-episode-35-with-quinton-fortune Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 19 September 2023

Liam Bradford was in the Megastore yesterday, joined by Maysie, Chris Casper, Rob Dawson and James Robson to reflect on the international break and preview our game on Saturday against Brighton. Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the MUTV The Official Manchester United App is also the best place to get close to the club you love. We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 13 September 2023

To mark the occasion of Manchester Pride in August, the UTD Podcast team have been looking into the links between United, the city of Manchester and the LQBTQ+ community. Join Sam Homewood and Zarah Connolly on a tour around the city with Josh from Free Manchester Walking Tours to learn why Manchester is such a welcoming and inclusive city. You may be surprised at what you learn! Sam and Zarah are also joined by James & Sam from the Rainbow Devils, who share their story, their relationship with United and the great work that the Rainbow Devils supporters club do. In this episode you’ll also hear from first team players Leah Galton, Christian Eriksen, Martha Thomas and Marcus Rashford. They tell us what they love about Manchester as well as their thoughts on Manchester Pride. Produced by Nick Thomson. The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 9 September 2023

Liam Bradford was joined at Old Trafford yesterday by Lou Macari, Danny Webber, David McDonnell and Simon Stone to discuss the following topics: Arsenal away reactionTransfer Window / Deadline Day roundupThe Macari Centre & The Manchester United Foundation homelessness fundraising Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the MUTV The Official Manchester United App is also the best place to get close to the club you love. We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 6 September 2023

Liam Bradford was joined in United’s home dressing room yesterday by Wes Brown, Alex Bruce and Ben Thornley to discuss the following topics: UEFA Champions League DrawCarabao Cup DrawArsenal preview Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the MUTV The Official Manchester United App is also the best place to get close to the club you love. We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 1 September 2023

Liam Bradford hosted The Debate yesterday in the Megastore and was joined by a great cast! Carl Anka and Laurie Whitwell from The Athletic as well as former Reds Danny Simpson and Danny Webber. Topics Third kit launchOpinions on Hojlund potential impactTransfers Added time debateSeason predictions  Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the MUTV The Official Manchester United App is also the best place to get close to the club you love. We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 10 August 2023

Kevin Moran, a famous figure from United’s past, joined Helen Evans and David May to discuss his career on our latest UTD Podcast. The Irish centre-back was with May at Blackburn Rovers late in his career but only after starting two FA Cup finals with United in the 1980s, as we lifted the cup by beating Brighton & Hove Albion and Everton. Unfortunately, Kevin was the first man ever to be sent off in the showpiece event, for a foul on Everton’s Peter Reid in 1985. Ron Atkinson’s 10 men still won, thanks to Norman Whiteside’s iconic goal, and, of course, Moran recalls that day and answers the question of whether he ever received his medal. Growing up, he played hurling and Gaelic football in his homeland, which could have derailed his United career before it had started, as he would secretly play in some high-profile games in the Republic of Ireland, without the club’s knowledge! He even reveals he turned the Reds down when they first came calling! A late starter, he only got into football at 14, his commitment and bravery would become legendary with United’s gamble on him paying off. Atkinson replacing Dave Sexton at the helm made a difference in terms of his fight for a first-team place, but his time at Old Trafford came to an end after Sir Alex Ferguson’s arrival, which he discusses in detail as the Scot tried to rid the club of its drinking culture. A move to Sporting Gijon in Spain showed his sense of adventure and he would remain a stalwart for Republic of Ireland, being part of Jack Charlton’s famous 1990 World Cup side and even making the squad four years later, as he ended up on 71 caps. Kevin tells us more about his interesting career path after retirement and is still a season ticket-holder at Old Trafford. This your chance to hear his story in full! The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 8 August 2023

Liam Bradford was joined in the Megastore yesterday by former Reds David May and Debate debutant Chris Casper, plus Premier League Productions/The Athletic’s Ian Irving to discuss the following topics: Transfer SpeculationAndre OnanaUnited’s Final 2 Pre-Season GamesUnited's first game of the new Premier League season Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the Manchester United Official App MUTV is also the best place to follow our pre-season tour. This is the only place where you can watch every match live! We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 4 August 2023

Zarah & Sam are joined by Bryan Robson and Danny Webber to discuss Kobbie Mainoo, Bruno Fernandes as captain, Andre Onana and more! Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the Manchester United Official App MUTV is also the best place to follow our pre-season tour. This is the only place where you can watch every match live! We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 25 July 2023

Sam Homewood is joined by local fan John Shin alongside Danny Webber, Bryan Robson, Denis Irwin and Andy Cole in New Jersey. We've got big names tackling even bigger topics, including transfers, the captaincy and Roy Keane. Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the Manchester United Official App MUTV is also the best place to follow our pre-season tour. This is the only place where you can watch every match live! We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 20 July 2023

Manchester United States is a special podcast episode with MUTV’s Mark Sullivan who is looking into Manchester United’s relationship with the USA ahead of our pre-season tour in The States. Join us to learn about United’s rich history in the USA, the current landscape of soccer and how much the sport has grown in popularity. Mark even gets the opportunity to chat to some of our fans and hear from former Reds who have played in the MLS, such as Wayne Rooney and Tim Howard. Starting on July 22nd 2023, United will be playing matches in New York City, San Diego, Houston and Las Vegas. For more information on Tour23 you can visit our website. MUTV is the only place where you can follow all of our pre-season action! Many thanks to the following people for taking part in this podcast… Sam Jones - Red Devils DCCasey Kell - San Diego Supporters ClubSteve Baxter - Atlanta Supporters GroupAmani Soyinka - LA Supporters ClubJoe Prince-Wright - NBC Lead writer & editor, ProSoccerTalkWayne Barton - Manchester United authorAntónio Simoes - Former Benfica football player Thanks also to D.C. United and Inter Miami CF for providing content. Producer: Nick ThomsonExecutive Producer: Scott Martin The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to - and watch - all of our episodes in full, for free. Here you can get early access to new episodes, published 24 hours before everywhere else. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]  We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 18 July 2023