The Official Manchester United Podcast

Ex-Manchester United defender Mikael Silvestre dialled into the UTD Podcast from his home in Dubai for this week's episode.The former France International looked back on a glittering career at Old Trafford, and picked out some of his highlights from working with both Sir Alex Ferguson, and later Arsene Wenger at Arsenal. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] And if you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

Former Manchester United man Eric Djemba-Djemba dialled in from his home in France to join the UTD Podcast this week.The tough-tackling midfielder talked about his first days at Carrington - meeting Rio Ferdinand, Gary Neville and Roy Keane. He looked back on the moment where he and Cristiano Ronaldo came off the bench together at Old Trafford, and the words they exchanged before crossing the white line. The Cameroonian touched on his relationship with Sir Alex Ferguson, and a very special gesture with the pen Eric used to sign his first United contract. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] And if you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

There's only one story in town this week - the arrival of Manchester United's new manager, Erik ten Hag. So instead of our usual UTD Podcast episode, we're bringing you the new boss' first interview, in full.If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] And if you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

Former Manchester United midfielder Darron Gibson joined the UTD Podcast from Old Trafford this week.Following a recent leg break, Darron announced his retirement on the podcast and felt it would be a good time to reflect on his Premier League career.The midfielder, known for his long-range goals revealed how Sir Bobby Charlton once told him to keep shooting from distance, as "nobody remembers the ones you miss!"If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] And if you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

Manchester United's Head of Academy Nick Cox joined the UTD Podcast from Carrington this week. Nick talked us through a day in the life of his role; with the pressures and responsibilities involved in continuing the club's rich history in youth development. Sam and Maysie read out your e-mails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] And if you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

Former Manchester United defender Henning Berg joined us at Old Trafford for this week's UTD Podcast. The Norwegian told us how a move to Man Utd nearly materialised years before his eventual arrival, but fell apart due to a work permit issue. We heard how his move to Blackburn happened instead, and Henning described what it was like working with Kenny Dalglish before being re-united with David May at Old Trafford, under Sir Alex Ferguson. Henning also recalled his worst hairdryer from the boss, and looks back on "the perfect season" in 1999.Sam and Maysie read out your e-mails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] And if you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

The UTD Podcast was on the road once more as we joined former Manchester United defender Graeme Hogg up in Scotland. Graeme now works as a HGV driver and explained how he didn't manage to find his way back in to football after hanging up his boots. Racking up over 100 appearances for Man Utd, the Scotsman looked back on his fondest moment in red; a historic second leg comeback win over Barcelona at Old Trafford, where he proudly stated he had Diego Maradona in his back pocket.Sam, Helen and Maysie read out your e-mails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] And if you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

This is the second part of our extended conversation with Steve Coppell, where the former Manchester United winger talked about his incredible record of 207 consecutive games for the club - and how he doesn't think that achievement will ever be beaten. Steve also talked about the horror tackle which led to his career-ending injury, and the transition into a successful career in management in the years that followed. Helen, Sam and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

Former Manchester United winger Steve Coppell joined the UTD Podcast at Old Trafford for this week's episode, to look back on both his playing and managerial career. Steve told us about the unique experience of being a Scouser and studying at Liverpool University while playing for Manchester United. He looked back on his dream debut, the FA Cup Finals he played in, and his conversations with Sir Matt Busby. Part two is coming next week, where Steve talks about the untimely end to his playing career and his transition into management. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] The best place to listen through our back-catalogue is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

The UTD Podcast was on the road again as we joined former Manchester United player Kieran Richardson at his podcast studio in London.Having retired in 2017, Kieran has entered the world of YouTube and podcasting, where he talks about his post-playing career and passion with watches. You can watch his videos on his YouTube channel Broadtalks.He looked back on his playing days, dispelling a rumour about a training ground incident with Roy Keane and revealing why he couldn't wait to retire when he reached his early thirties. Sam, Helen and Maysie read out your e-mails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] And if you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

We joined former Manchester United goalkeeper Ben Foster at his podcast recording studio in Leamington Spa for this weeks UTD Podcast. The Watford 'keeper turned YouTuber and Podcaster talked about his unconventional rise through the footballing pyramid, where he didn't come through a formal academy set-up but was instead scouted by chance for Stoke City. He then talked about the shock move to Manchester United and how he struggled under the weight of the pressure to be the Number 1 at Old Trafford. Ben told us he loved working under Edwin van der Sar but struggled to fill the gloves of the legendary Dutchman. Despite picking up a winners medal and the Man of the Match award in the League Cup Final versus Tottenham Hotspur, Ben revealed that he rarely enjoyed any moments while he played for United, and felt relieved to move on to Birmingham City in 2010.Sam, Helen and Maysie read out your e-mails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] And if you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

Former Manchester United Academy and Reserve Team player, Davide Petrucci joined the UTD Podcast at Old Trafford while he was over visiting old friends from his time at the club, including former digs house-mate Paul Pogba.The Italian midfielder talked about his time adjusting to life in Manchester at an early age, and recalled a moment where Rio Ferdinand approached him at Carrington to ask "are you any good?"Davide also opened up on his struggles with injuries while at the club, and how things may have gone differently for him if he could have stayed fit. But he revealed that teammate Owen Hargreaves was an inspiration for him during that time, with the England international's unwavering positivity in the face of his own injury problems.Sam and Helen read out your e-mails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] And if you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

This is the second part of our extended conversation with Jaap Stam, where the Dutchman talks us through his controversial exit from Manchester United, and reveals that there was an opportunity for him to return to Old Trafford in the seasons that followed.Helen, Sam and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

Legendary Manchester United centre-back, Jaap Stam joined the UTD Podcast this week for an extended look through his playing and managerial career.The Pod team travelled to Jaap's home town of Zwolle in The Netherlands to record this episode, where the Dutchman talked us through his move to Old Trafford, and how he initially turned down Sir Alex Ferguson; choosing instead to stay another year playing for PSV Eindhoven.We also touched on FC Cincinnati's social media mistake when announcing Jaap as Manager, the time he got David May in a headlock on the team bus, and the infamous 'yellow bib' for the worst playing in Manchester United training sessions.Part two is coming next week, where Jaap Stam tells us all about his controversial exit from Manchester United.If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

Former Manchester United full-back Paul Parker joined the podcast this week, recorded overlooking the Old Trafford pitch. Paul talked us through his childhood where he revealed he suffered racial abuse at school and while learning his trade as a footballer. He told us how that made him more resilient and shaped him as a person.He also looked back on the top honours he earned while at Manchester United and how proud he is of that first Premier League win. But that he looks back on his time with some pain, as an injury sidelined Paul and paved the way for his rival at right-back, a young Gary Neville, who eventually took his place in Sir Alex Ferguson's side.Maysie and Sam also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] VOTE for the Manchester United Podcast on the Sports Podcast Awards. Head to https://www.sportspodcastawards.com/categories/16 and vote for us in the Best Team Podcast category.If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

Febian Brandy joined the UTD Podcast from Old Trafford this week. Joining the club as a boy, he spent 12 years at United working his way through the Academy and eventually to the fringes of the First Team.As a bright spark in Man Utd's youth set-up, Febian attracted interest from other clubs. He told us how he turned down an offer from Barcelona when they called his parents about a potential move to Spain. He talked us through his development during those years, and the incidents away from the training ground which occasionally got him in to trouble with Sir Alex Ferguson. Febian also opened up about the tragic events in his personal life, where in 2021 both his parents passed away on the same day, in unrelated incidents. He went into detail about the events and told us how it put on hold his plans to return to playing football for the time being. Maysie and Helen also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] VOTE for the Manchester United Podcast on the Sports Podcast Awards. Head to https://www.sportspodcastawards.com/categories/16 and vote for us in the Best Team Podcast category.If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

The scorer of one of the most iconic Premier League goals in Manchester United history, Federico Macheda joined the UTD Podcast from Greece where he is currently playing for Panathinaikos. Kiko talks us through the doubts he had moving to Old Trafford at such a young age but how the staff and players at United made him feel welcome. He revealed the moment where Sir Alex Ferguson approached him in the Carrington gym to say he had a chance of playing against Aston Villa that weekend.And of course we heard about that goal - the last minute winner against Aston Villa on his Manchester United debut. Maysie and Helen also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] VOTE for the Manchester United Podcast on the Sports Podcast Awards. Head to https://www.sportspodcastawards.com/categories/16 and vote for us in the Best Team Podcast category.If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

Former Manchester United forward Terry Gibson joined the UTD Podcast this week. He looked back on his rise to fame, coming through the ranks at Tottenham Hotspur and scoring goals for fun at Coventry City to earn his move to Old Trafford.Terry looks back on his time at United with a degree of regret, as he never really forced his way into Ron Atkinson's starting eleven. He talks about his struggles with depression at that time and why he eventually made the decision to leave, even after the arrival of Sir Alex Ferguson.Sam and Helen also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] VOTE for the Manchester United Podcast on the Sports Podcast Awards. Head to https://www.sportspodcastawards.com/categories/16 and vote for us in the Best Team Podcast category.If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

Deutscher Fußballmeister, Bastian Schweinsteiger joined the UTD Podcast this week to look back on a legendary career that saw him retire with Champions League, World Cup and Bundesliga honours, to name just a few! Bastian took us through his journey up the Bayern Munich ranks and drew parallels with the Academy in Germany and Manchester United's youth set-up. He also spoke glowingly of United's interim manager, Ralf Rangnick, and midfielder Scott McTominay, whose talent stood out to Schweinsteiger when he was training with the Reserves at Carrington. Sam and Helen also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] VOTE for the Manchester United Podcast on the Sports Podcast Awards. Head to https://www.sportspodcastawards.com/categories/16 and vote for us in the Best Team Podcast category.If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

Manchester United fan favourites, Fabio and Rafael da Silva join the UTD Podcast this week, in a particularly international episode. Fabio joined from his home in France, while Rafael dialled in from the training pitch in Brazil. The twins looked back on their eventful years together at Old Trafford; Cristiano Ronaldo calling them up before they signed for the club, Rafael scoring a screamer at Anfield, Fabio starting a Champions League Final - and much more. The Brazilians revealed they had different approaches to their start at Manchester United; Rafael felt confident straight away, but Fabio struggled with the nerves and anxiety that playing for such a big club can bring. Sam, Helen and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

Ex-Manchester United striker turned television presenter, Dion Dublin is the first UTD Podcast guest of 2022. Dion told us the story of how Sir Alex 'wowed' him in transfer negotiations, with what turned out to be the same tactic the boss used on our very own Maysie! He also recalled how the likes of Bryan Robson would test him in training to make sure he was up to the Manchester United standard, and how he missed the plane to Southampton ahead of what would be his first start for the club, and subsequently his first goal. Dion also opened up on his struggles with injuries - particularly his untimely leg break early on in his United career, and the horror injury to his neck while playing for Aston Villa. Sam, Helen and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

This week the UTD Podcast celebrates its 100th episode! To mark the occasion and close out 2021, your hosts look back on the last 50 episodes to pick out some of their favourite moments. Our first 50 episodes set the bar for gripping stories, epic moments and superstar guests - and we continued to deliver from 51 onwards! Ruud van Nistelrooy told us what he thinks of Martin Keown, Wayne Rooney revealed what really happened with his transfer request, we were inspired by Marcus Rashford, brought to tears by Andy Cole, and in awe of Sir Alex Ferguson. Get in touch with the only official Manchester United Podcast: [email protected] If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

Former Manchester United forward Jimmy Greenhoff joined the Pod this week, looking back on prolific career in English football. Jimmy would eventually team up with his brother Brian at Old Trafford, but he first had successful goal-scoring years at Leeds United, Birmingham City and Stoke City - with the latter club forced to sell Jimmy to pay for stadium repairs. He told us how he was adamant he didn't want to leave Stoke, until he heard Sir Matt Busby had called looking to bring him to Man Utd. Sam, Helen and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

This week we're joined by former Manchester United striker Joe Jordan. Known for his no-nonsense approach to goalscoring, Joe was a cult hero at Old Trafford in the late 70s and early 80s. He told us the toe-curling story of how he lost his teeth during his first game for Leeds United, which subsequently earned him the nickname 'Jaws'. Joe also recalled the moment Bayern Munich tried to sign him, and why he allowed his good friend Gordon McQueen to impersonate him during those transfer negotiations. Sam, Helen and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

Former Manchester United winger Luke Chadwick is the guest on this week's UTD Podcast. Chaddy looked back on his time at United, being brought in by Sir Alex Ferguson for his blistering pace and being well looked after by Phil Bardsley's grandad in digs. He told us the hilarious reason for once missing a United training session and the attempt at covering it up, which landed him in a web of lies with the boss. Luke also revealed the emotional turmoil he went through at a young age where he was in the public spotlight for his appearance. Helen and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

This week on the UTD Podcast we speak to a legend of football commentary, Clive Tyldesley. Clive told us about being a Manchester United fan when he was a child, regularly going to Old Trafford to watch the likes of George Best, Bobby Charlton and his hero Denis Law. We then, of course, heard his version of events from Camp Nou in 1999, where Clive’s commentary is synonymous with the dramatic climax of the Champions League Final. He told us where those magical words came from and how he looks back on those two pivotal goals now. Sam, Helen and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

Former Manchester United full-back and current Burnley man Phil Bardsley joined the UTD Podcast overlooking the Old Trafford pitch. Phil grew up across the road from Man Utd's famous Cliff Training Ground and dreamed of playing for the club. He talked about how those dreams came true when he finally made his debut for the club alongside the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo. He also gave his version of events from that infamous kitchen boxing match with Wayne Rooney. We heard how that came about and Phil's reaction to Wazza's incredible goal celebration against Tottenham Hotspur days later. Sam and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

Manchester United Women's Team Captain Katie Zelem joins the UTD Podcast this week. She comes highly recommended on previous episodes with her team mates, and she didn't disappoint! Katie opened up about the difficulties she faced as the only girl in her childhood football teams, receiving verbal abuse on the pitch and the sidelines. She spoke about how that made her stronger and how she wants to make sure other girls don't have to go through that, and how proud she is to see fans with the name 'Zelem' on the back of their shirts. She also recalled how her dad 'tricked' her into trialling for Manchester United at The Cliff Training Ground, and her mum's reaction to seeing Katie's mural painted on a wall in Manchester city centre. Helen, Sam and special guest host Pien Meulensteen also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

Legendary Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand joins the UTD Podcast from the Theatre of Dreams, where we began by retracing his history and charting his career up to being signed by Sir Alex Ferguson. We then went to explore Old Trafford to recall his memories on the pitch, bust-ups in the tunnel and inspirational team talks in the home dressing room. Sam and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

We spoke to former Manchester United striker Giuseppe Rossi over the summer. He was in particularly good mood following Italy's European Championships win! He joined us via Zoom from his home in New Jersey, where his football journey began. He told us about getting scouted by European clubs and eventually arriving at Old Trafford. When he returned to train with his Italian team mates, legendary defender Giorgio Chiellini told Giuseppe that training in England had changed him, making the striker more aggressive in training. Sam and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

John O'Shea finally joins the UTD Podcast this week, he sat down with us at Old Trafford and looked back on his 10+ years at the Theatre of Dreams. Sheasy had so many iconic moments; nutmegging Luis Figo, the chipped goal against Arsenal at Highbury and the last-minute winner at Liverpool to name just a few! He told us all about that and more, including the tough lesson he learned at the hands of Roy Keane, and why he thinks Sir Alex trusted him to play in every position at the club. Sam, Helen and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

Former Manchester United goalkeeper Tim Howard joined the UTD Podcast this week, from his home in Memphis, Tennessee. Tim opened up about his challenges growing up with a Tourette’s Syndrome diagnosis, and how playing soccer was a way for him to free himself from the hurdles it put in his way. He also talked us through his time at Old Trafford - adjusting to the pace of training, picking up his first silverware, and vying for position with Roy Carroll. Sam, Helen and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

Manchester United defender Phil Jones joined the UTD Podcast from Carrington where he recently re-joined the squad for training after a length injury lay-off. Phil gave us an update on his fitness and how mentally difficult it has been watching from the sidelines. He reflected on his career so far, including the highs of winning the Premier League under Sir Alex Ferguson and an incredible performance versus Real Madrid at the Bernabeu. Sam and Helen also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

This week the UTD Podcast spoke to Ji-Sung Park all about his incredible journey to Manchester United, which involved starting football at a late age, arguing with his parents about wanting to play and even going on hunger strike to get his own way! Ji reflected fondly on his special years at Old Trafford and his close relationship with the fans, but he had a request of the United supporters - he asked them to stop singing his chant which has offensive connotations to the people of Korea. As always, Helen, Sam and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

This is the one. Sir Alex Ferguson finally joins the Manchester United Podcast. This is your 60 minutes with The Boss. We covered everything from Cristiano Ronaldo's dramatic Old Trafford return, to signing Eric Cantona on a lunch break. As always, Helen, Sam and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

The UTD Podcast team spoke to recent signing Tom Heaton shortly after he returned to Old Trafford this summer. The former Manchester United Academy goalkeeper is back at the club and we caught up with him in the days following his re-arrival, where he told us all about his experience coming through the ranks under Sir Alex Ferguson, and why he eventually had to seek first team football elsewhere. The England international recalled playing back at Old Trafford for Burnley where he made a string of great saves, including a Zlatan Ibrahimovic strike that nearly broke his arm! Helen, Sam and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free!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.

This week the UTD Podcast is joined by bona fide Manchester United legend, Paddy Crerand.We heard about the titles he won, the scrapes he got into on (and off) the pitch, and how the dressing room had a unique bond.Paddy regaled us with tales of George Best and how he'd actually feel sorry for the opposition defenders who came up against the flying winger.He also let us in on the 1968 European Cup win's afterparty, revealing which song Sir Matt Busby was singing for the rest of the night.Helen, Sam and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free!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.

The UTD Podcast is back with brand new episodes for Season 3, and this week we are joined by Javier Hernandez, who dialled in from Los Angeles. Chicharito told us the amazing story of how he was approached by Manchester United while he was playing in Guadalajara, and how it brought him and his family to tears. He spoke so passionately about the pride of being a United player and how it takes more than just ability to be able to make it at Old Trafford. The Mexican International also reflected on his relationship with Sir Alex Ferguson and what he thinks of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side of today. Helen, Sam and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Manchester United App, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

More from our epic back-catalogue and this week is was our conversation with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Helen, Sam and Maysie sat down with the boss in the briefing room at the club's Aon Training Complex to look back at his playing career and, what was at the time, his first twelve months as Manager of Manchester United. If you'd like to listen through more of our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Official Manchester United app, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free. Sam, Helen and Maysie also read out some more of your e-mails. We really appreciate these and if you'd like to get in touch, you can write to the only official Manchester United Podcast at [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.

We're continuing to bring you some of our best early episodes from the UTD Podcast archive. This week Sam, Helen and Maysie bring you our emotional conversation with Lou Macari. Lou does fantastic work with his homeless shelter in Stoke, something we spoke about in depth before getting on to his playing days and later a tragedy that struck the Macari family in 1999. If you'd like to listen through more of our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Official Manchester United app, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free. Sam, Helen and Maysie also read out some more of your e-mails. We really appreciate these and if you'd like to get in touch, you can write to the only official Manchester United Podcast at [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.

More from our epic back catalogue this week - we've dug out another early episode with former Manchester United midfielder and the club's current Technical Director, Darren Fletcher. Helen and Sam spoke to Darren in a Manchester restaurant back in November 2019, where he told us all about his journey through the ranks at Old Trafford, the decision to leave the club, and his aims for the future. If you'd like to listen through more of our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Official Manchester United app, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! Sam and Maysie also read out some more of your e-mails. We really appreciate these and if you'd like to get in touch, you can write to the only official Manchester United Podcast at [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.

We're continuing to bring you some of our best early episodes from the UTD Podcast back catalogue, while we take a short break from recording over the summer. Our second ever episode was recorded with Dimitar Berbatov in a swanky hotel in London and it got us off to a great start. Berba talked us through his fascinating childhood and how he reflects on his career at Old Trafford. If you'd like to listen through more of our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Official Manchester United app, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! Sam and Maysie also read out some more of your e-mails. We really appreciate these and if you'd like to get in touch, you can write to the only official Manchester United Podcast at [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.

While we take a short break, we're bringing you some of our most epic episodes from the UTD Podcast back catalogue. This week we've combined our very first two episodes which we recorded with Manchester United legend Bryan Robson at the club's former training ground, the Cliff. If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Official Manchester United app, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! We'd also love it if you could leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts.Get in touch with the official Manchester United Podcast at [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonathan Greening joined the UTD Podcast this week, looking back on his playing days and ahead to his future in the game as a coach. Jono's stories from his first year at Old Trafford were incredible, particularly his paintballing session with the likes of David Beckham, Peter Schmeichel and Gary Neville - on his first week at the club! He also told us the story from Barcelona where - on the day of the 1999 Champions League Final - Sir Alex Ferguson challenged him to a game of pool to win a place on the bench that night. At the time of recording, Jonathan was finding it difficult to break in to coaching, but has since been named the Manager of Scarborough Athletic. We wish him the best of luck! Helen, Sam and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] We are taking a short break from the Podcasts over the summer but we'll be back in a few weeks to bring you our usual episodes as normal. If you'd like to listen through our back-catalogue, the best place to do that is over on the Official Manchester United app, where you can listen to and watch all of our episodes in full for free! 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.

Current Manchester United Scout and former club goalkeeper Tony Coton joins the UTD Podcast this week. TC shared some great stories from his spells at Birmingham City and Watford - including a pre-season tour with Elton John! We breezed through his time at Manchester City to get to his stories of working with Sir Alex Ferguson as his goalkeeper and, later, as the club's first full-time goalkeeping coach. Tony worked with Peter Schmeichel before being tasked with finding his replacement. That eventually led to the arrival of Edwin van der Sar from Fulham and we heard all about how that transfer came about, climaxing in the Dutchman's heroics in Moscow to lift the 2008 Champions League trophy. Helen, Sam and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. 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.

Double-World Cup winning Christen Press joined the UTD Podcast this week, looking back on her incredible honours list and her first season at Manchester United. The USWNT star told us what it's like to achieve such success in major tournaments and how she has brought that mentality to Casey Stoney's squad this year. Christen also told us how it felt to walk out at Old Trafford and score, but that she was disappointed to not be able to play in front of Man Utd's famous fans. Helen and Sam also read out your emails at the end of the episode. 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.

Former Manchester United man Andy Ritchie joins the UTD Podcast this week, to look back on a career that included two hat-tricks at Old Trafford. Andy tells us how he personally wrote to all 92 clubs when he was looking to sign for a new side - plus we find out where the nickname 'Stitch' comes from... although that's still up for debate. Helen, Sam and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. 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.

It's the long awaited arrival of Ruud van Nistelrooy to the UTD Podcast. The Dutch goal machine joined the Pod to look back on his career - and his goal-laden years at Old Trafford in particular. Ruud went into great detail about his failed move to Manchester United the first time around, revealing the emotions and conversations that went on in 2000. He also spoke about Man Utd's fierce rivalry with Arsenal, how he felt in direct competition with Thierry Henry, and that missed penalty incident with Martin Keown. We also addressed the rumours about his conflict with Cristiano Ronaldo. Ruud told us about training ground bust-ups and how things stand between the two since then. Helen, Sam and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. 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.

This week we hear from Paul McShane about his experiences coming through the Manchester United Academy system and onwards. The Ireland international recalled his time at United and the demands that were placed on young players very early; after winning the FA Youth Cup, the team still got an earful from Sir Alex Ferguson.He also told us how his compatriot Roy Keane would be another one to give him "tough love" on the training pitch. Paul never played a competitive game for the club, as he saw the competition for his place and thought his career was best served elsewhere. He talked us through his mindset at that time and how he plucked up the courage to deliver his hand-written transfer request to Sir Alex Ferguson, in person.Helen, Sam and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. 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.

Sparky joined the UTD Podcast this week to reflect on his playing and managerial career, while looking out across the Old Trafford turf. The former Manchester United striker talked us through his journey to the club, and how he never wanted to leave when Barcelona took him away from the club, before loaning him out to Bayern Munich. We also heard how he enjoyed his second spell at Man Utd, winning trophies under Sir Alex Ferguson, developing his game alongside Eric Cantona, and his special relationship with the Old Trafford crowd. And we couldn't ignore that famous Manchester derby where both Hughes and Sir Alex went head-to-head, with the game eventually settled deep into injury time by Michael Owen. The then Manchester City boss was frank about his time at the Etihad, and why it perhaps didn't work out for him in the long term. Helen, Sam and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. 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.