The Official Manchester United Podcast

Former Manchester United goalkeeper Raimond van der Gouw joins the Pod this week to look back at his time between the sticks at Old Trafford. Raimond opened up about his relationship with Peter Schmeichel; how he joined United to learn from the Great Dane but also that there would be friction between them at times. The now PSV Eindhoven coach also told us about his transfer to Man Utd, and how it was all kept a secret from him, up until the moment he met Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester Airport. 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.

Daniel James joins the UTD Podcast this week, where the Manchester United winger revealed what advice compatriot Ryan Giggs gave him ahead of his move to Old Trafford, where he went on to have the dream goal-scoring debut against his boyhood team Chelsea. The Wales winger also talked about how close he was to signing for Man Utd's arch rivals Leeds, but how the move collapsed in the final moments of Deadline Day. We also hear about the numerous times Dan went viral on social media! 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 finally sat down with former Manchester United midfielder and long-serving First Team coach Mick Phelan. He revealed some of the inner workings at the training ground, why it's important for this club to bring through youth from the Academy, and how he still watches the Under 18s & Under 23s train so he can occasionally impart some wisdom. In particular, Mick reflected on Marcus Rashford's rise through the ranks and said the Man Utd striker is a prime example of how players should approach their career. 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 were joined by former Manchester United player Bojan Djordjic. Bo opened up to us about his incredibly tough childhood, growing up in the Yugoslav Wars, which led to he and his family escaping to Sweden. He told us how football was an escape for him both mentally and literally. We heard how Sir Alex Ferguson convinced him to sign for Man Utd by flying out to visit his club and offering him his first deal. And how the boss made John O'Shea shave Bojan's hair off! Helen, Sam and Maysie also read out your emails at the end of the episode. Big thank you to Rosa for the illustrations she sent in. You can find her work on Instagram @rd.illustrations 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 and England goalkeeper Gary Bailey dialled in to the UTD Podcast this week - all the way from Miami Beach! We aren't jealous at all... Gary recalled the incredible story of how he ended up at Old Trafford, having read about the goalkeeping vacancy in a football magazine. He told us how he struggled to settle in to the dressing room at times and how it sometimes ended up in a fight. He also empathised with current Man Utd 'keeper David de Gea on the media scrutiny that surrounds the #1 shirt. 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.

USWNT star Tobin Heath joins the UTD Podcast this week, looking back on her glittering career so far. The Manchester United Women's Team winger talks about her incredible international honours, picking up two World Cup wins and two Olympic Gold medals. Tobin also reveals her unique pre-match ritual to help calm her nerves before important games and we hear what Manager Casey Stoney said to convince her to make the move to Man Utd. 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] 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 player Clayton Blackmore joined the UTD Podcast this week as he looks over a career that saw him play in almost every position at Old Trafford. Clayton recalls the mood in the camp when the team first heard that Sir Alex Ferguson would be taking over as manager and how Fergie ended up massaging players' legs when the backroom team were short-staffed. He also looks back on some of his most memorable moments in a Man Utd shirt, with his only regret being that he left the club when he did, joining Bryan Robson's Middlesbrough. 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.

Former Manchester United full-back Danny Simpson is on the UTD Podcast this week, looking back on the years he spent at Old Trafford and beyond.Danny takes us back to his first meeting with Sir Alex Ferguson and laughs at the incredible photo taken on the day. He also talks about training alongside the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Ryan Giggs, Patrice Evra and Rio Ferdinand, and says if you couldn't handle Roy Keane's rants on the training ground, then you wouldn't be able to handle the pressure at Old Trafford.Simmo also tells us about his career after Man Utd and we hear what it was like in the dressing room during Leicester City's Premier League title win under Claudio Ranieri in 2016. 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.

Former Manchester United player Russell Beardsmore joins Helen Evans and David May on the Podcast this week to reflect on his time at Old Trafford. Russell recalls playing in the United Academy and getting the hairdryer from both Eric Harrison and Sir Alex Ferguson. He also touches on what it was like to witness the Class of '92 come through the ranks and establish themselves as the household names we know today. We also hear about Russell's pranks which (bravely) were usually at the expense of Sir Alex. Listen to the end to find out what happened when he aimed a snowball at the boss. 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] 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 striker Danny Webber joins the UTD Podcast this week to look back on his time at Old Trafford and beyond. He talks about his experience coming through the Man Utd Academy and the demands that Eric Harrison and Sir Alex Ferguson put on him at a young age, plus we hear a story about the time Danny negotiated his contract with the boss and had to ask about the small matter of a missing bonus payment! Danny also recalled the tragic events that led to the untimely death of his close friend and Manchester United team mate Jimmy Davis. We almost forgot but Helen, Sam and Maysie did 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.

We're delighted to have Manchester United Captain Harry Maguire as our guest this week. Harry looked back on his career and ahead to what this squad can achieve in the future. The skipper recalls playing at Old Trafford for Sheffield United in the FA Youth Cup, coming up against a young Paul Pogba, Jesse Lingard and Ravel Morrison. He also talks about what it means to be a leader at Man Utd and how he doesn't feel he's had a good game unless the whole team has played well. We also got the inside scoop on the 'fine system' amongst the players and Harry revealed what he himself got fined for since becoming captain. 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.

Former Manchester United full-back Lee Martin joins the Podcast this week to look back on a career that was defined by a goal at Wembley in 1990. He recalls that famous FA Cup Final moment and how it kick-started Sir Alex Ferguson's trophy-laden era of dominance at Old Trafford. Lee also reveals some more humbling moments in his career, including having to get the bus back home after playing in a Man Utd game, when his car wouldn't start. 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.

Manchester United Women's Team winger Leah Galton joins the UTD Podcast this week to talk about her journey to Man Utd, which started at arch-rivals Leeds United. Leah talks about her experiences in the game at Sky Blue in the United States and Bayern Munich in Germany, before she took time out to consider her career. She reveals how Casey Stoney convinced her to forget her Leeds allegiances and join her project at Manchester United. Her success since joining The Reds has seen her manager describe her as the best left-winger in the country. 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.

We're delighted to have former Manchester United winger Mickey Thomas on the Podcast after returning to health following his battle with cancer. The Welshman went into great detail about parts of his career, sharing some incredible off-the-pitch moments including sleeping at Stamford Bridge, partying with George Michael and his time in prison. Mickey was also keen to get across his experience with mental health struggles and the pressures of playing at Man Utd. He revealed how it became too much for him which ultimately led to his departure from Old Trafford. 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.

Odion Ighalo joins the UTD Podcast for the final episode of 2020. The Manchester United striker shared his incredible journey from Nigeria to Old Trafford, and what every step meant to him as a passionate fan of the club. He told the Pod about how he would save up his dinner money to pay and watch Man Utd on TV at the weekends, his first experience with cold weather & snow in Norway, and then achieving a dream by playing at Old Trafford with Watford. Odion then talked us through the incredible night of his dream move to Manchester United, where he was running around a hotel in China trying to find a club official who could authorise his deadline day move. 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.

Marcus Rashford sits down with the UTD Podcast at the end of an incredible year both on and off the pitch. The Manchester United forward talks about his upbringing and how it shaped the man he is today. He looked back on the times he and his mum saw homelessness in the city and vowed he would help however he could. We also heard how he felt in the few moments of notice he got before his debut at Old Trafford, what was going through his mind before his crucial penalty against Paris Saint-Germain, and how close he feels this United side is to mounting a Premier League title challenge. 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.

Manchester United Women's Team goalkeeper Mary Earps joins the UTD Podcast this week to trace back the steps that led her to the club. Mary reveals one of the big incentives for joining up with Casey Stoney's side is the United fans, and she talks about how tough it's been this year without them in the stadium. She also tells the story of the transfer to United and how she managed to keep it a secret until the deal was done. 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.

Manchester United defender Timothy Fosu-Mensah joins us on the Pod this week to talk about his career so far. Tim is only in his early twenties, but with experience in both Ajax and Manchester United's Academies, plus two Premier League loan spells, he has a lot to reflect on already. The young Dutch international talks of his experience in the Man Utd Academy, the players who helped him settle after moving from Amsterdam, and how the club teaches the youngsters about the rich Manchester United history. Timothy also looks back on his United debut against Arsenal, where Marcus Rashford scored two and Louis van Gaal took a tumble on the Old Trafford sidelines. 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.

Former Manchester United midfielder Sammy McIlroy joins the Podcast this week, looking back on an Old Trafford career that lasted over a decade. The ex-Northern Ireland international spoke about how he idolised George Best when growing up in Belfast and how he regards his compatriot as the best to ever play the game. Sammy also spoke about a car accident he was involved in during his playing days - an incident that not only threatened his playing career but also his life. 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.

Manchester United Legend Wayne Rooney joins the Podcast this week to look back on his record-breaking years at Old Trafford. Wayne reveals who he thinks could have out-scored him at United and who he believes will out-score him for England. He talks about what he and his family went through when he left Everton to work with Sir Alex Ferguson. And he also told us who he was determined to impress in training once he joined the club. The club's all-time top goalscorer lifts the lid on his thoughts in 2010 when he nearly left the United - he tells us which clubs were interested and the conversations that happened at the time. 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.

The Portuguese Magnifico joins the UTD Podcast this week for a fascinating chat about how he sees the game. Bruno Fernandes spoke about what it takes to be a Captain and a leader, after he wore the armband for Manchester United in the Champions League against Paris Saint-Germain earlier this season. He revealed his football idols growing up; Ronaldinho, Iniesta, Zidane and Pirlo, plus our very own Paul Scholes. Bruno also gave us a insight into what makes him so competitive, whether that's winning games at Old Trafford or victory over his three year-old daughter at Uno - it's all the same to him. 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 welcome United youngster Brandon Williams to the Podcast. Helen and Maysie sadly couldn't make this one so Sam was one-on-one with Brandon over Zoom. The young full-back talked about his unusual route into football, having not been interested in the game until late on in his youth before finding out he had bags of natural ability. He also told the story about his Nan babysitting him during the 2008 Champions League Final where she tried to send him to bed during the penalty shoot-out! Being a very recent Manchester United Academy graduate, Brandon also revealed what it takes to come through the ranks, citing hard work and commitment as the most important traits to see you through. 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 on the UTD Podcast we speak to former Manchester United and Poland goalkeeper Tomasz Kuszczak. Tomasz talks us through his journey to Old Trafford, which involved rejecting a contract at Hertha Berlin in pursuit of a Premier League team. He also opened up on his working relationship with United legend Edwin van der Sar and the rumours of bad blood between the two 'keepers. 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 defender Arthur Albiston is the guest on the Podcast this week. The three-time FA Cup winning full-back played almost 500 games for United in a career which saw him rub shoulders with George Best, Sir Bobby Charlton and Denis Law - right through to Sir Alex Ferguson's arrival at Old Trafford. Arthur won three FA Cup Finals at his time with Utd but reveals the guilt he felt after beating Liverpool in 1977, as he only got in the side after teammate Stewart Houston missed out through injury. 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 Women's Team goalkeeper Siobhan Chamberlain talks to the UTD Podcast this week to look back on her career and time with manager Casey Stoney. She talks about being in awe at the size of United when she joined, and how proud she is when she sees young girls wearing her name on their replica shirts. Recently retired, Siobhan talks about the moment she revealed her pregnancy to Casey early - before she'd told some of her close family. 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.

Manchester United legend Andy Cole joins the podcast this week with some incredible stories about his Premier League career. Coley talks about the numerous confrontations he had on the way to becoming a record-breaking goalscorer and how he used those critics to spur him on. He talks about his famous relationship on the pitch with United strike partner Dwight Yorke, and why he didn't see eye-to-eye off the pitch with Teddy Sheringham. Andy went into great detail about his recent illness, the toll it took on his family and how his nephew saved his life by donating a kidney. 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.

To celebrate our first 50 episodes of the UTD Podcast we're marking the occasion by bringing you our best clips from the first year. From Paul Scholes to Paul Pogba, we've had some of the biggest names in the club's history tell their story; Eric Cantona told us the meaning of life, Robin van Persie revealed his humility before arriving at Old Trafford, and Patrice Evra's life story was so epic it reduced our presenters to tears.Helen Evans, Sam Homewood and David May look back on their favourite moments from the Pod's debut season. And as always, they read out some of 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. We'll speak to you next week with Episode 51! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cult hero at Manchester United, Diego Forlan is this week's guest on the Pod. The Uruguayan was on top form as he looked back on his career in the Premier League and beyond. Diego looks back on his first days at the club, training with Sir Alex Ferguson and having to translate for Cristiano Ronaldo! He also spoke about some of his iconic moments at Man Utd - scoring against Southampton then running around Old Trafford without a shirt for the next few minutes of the game, as well as his unforgettable brace at Anfield as United beat Liverpool. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected] Some awesome fan artwork from Shanmukh Sripada here: https://www.instagram.com/shanmukh.sripada 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 former Manchester United goalkeeper Alex Stepney is our guest this week, a man not short on stories or medals. Alex took us back to when he was about to leave Chelsea - but didn't know which team he'd be signing for. He recalled his surprise as in walked Sir Matt Busby to bring him to Old Trafford. He also revealed how he heard the tragic news about the Munich Air Disaster and how Sir Matt built a family in the years that followed. The former keeper told the tale of the European Cup triumph in 1968 and his iconic save when faced with Eusebio. 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 goalkeeper Roy Carroll joined the Podcast this week to reflect on his Premier League career. The Northern Irishman spoke about his first days at Old Trafford where he was a little starstruck being introduced to David Beckham, and of his pride at winning the Premier League with Man Utd. He also talked us through the infamous moment against Tottenham Hotspur where he spilled Pedro Mendes' long-range shot and what Sir Alex Ferguson said to him after the final whistle. Roy also opened up about his battle with depression and alcoholism, revealing his agent and family persuaded him to undertake rehab. He went into detail about his struggles and the emotion of coming through that to join Northern Ireland on their exciting Euro 2016 campaign. 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 striker Alan Smith is this week's guest, with a timely appearance as his other ex-club, Leeds United, are promoted back to the Premier League. Smudge opens up about his feelings at the time of that move from Elland Road to Old Trafford, revealing how his dad broke the news to friends in their local pub. But the Yorkshireman explained it was easier with Eric Cantona and Rio Ferdinand making the same move in years prior. There are stories about learning from Sir Alex Ferguson and Roy Keane, and how he wish he had more time to shadow the former Utd Captain when the boss converted Smith to a central midfielder. Alan also goes into great detail about his career-threatening leg break against Liverpool and how he feared his foot may have needed to be amputated after the horrible injury at Anfield. 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.

Nemanja Matic joins the UTD Podcast while at the club's training camp in Germany. The (now former) Serbian International revealed what it was like working under Jose Mourinho at Chelsea and then again at Manchester United, and how that compares to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's management today. He also talks of his pride at the Old Trafford faithful repurposing Nemanja Vidic's chant for him and is full of praise for what his compatriot achieved at United. Nemanja also revealed the full story about the photo that was leaked during his United medical, and how his home town's WhatsApp group was to blame for breaking the transfer news early! As always, the guys read out some of your e-mails at the end of the episode. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to get in touch. 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.

Phil Neville joins the UTD Podcast this week to look back on his eventful career both at Manchester United and Everton. The former United defender told the Pod team about how he and his brother Gary used to aspire to be like the Charlton brothers, and draws comparisons with his own experiences coming through the Man Utd Academy to that of his son Harvey Neville who is making a name for himself today. Phil also talked about his time at Everton and how his new team mates took some time to adjust to his ways. In fact, he says it was a crunching tackle on Cristiano Ronaldo which eventually won over the Goodison Park crowd. As always, the guys read out some of your e-mails at the end of the episode. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to get in touch. 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.

Manchester United goalkeeper Lee Grant joins the Podcast to talk us through his route to Old Trafford. Granty spoke of his admiration for former Utd goalkeepers Les Sealey, Jim Leighton & Peter Schmeichel, and how he obsessed over goalkeeping gloves. He also revealed how proud he was of that standout performance against Zlatan Ibrahimovic while playing for Stoke at Old Trafford, and how that match sparked a rivalry with Anthony Martial which lives on to this day. As always, the guys read out some of your e-mails at the end of the episode. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to get in touch. 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 winger Gordon Hill joins the UTD Podcast to talk us through his fascinating career - including being signed by United during a match for Millwall and being on both the losing and winning side of an FA Cup Final for Man Utd. Gordon also opened up on how difficult it was to leave Old Trafford, revealing that he never wanted to leave the club or his great relationship with the fans behind. As always, the guys read out some of your e-mails at the end of the episode. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to get in touch. 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.

The Pod welcomes Manchester United Women's Team Vice-Captain Amy Turner to the airwaves this week, where she told the guys about her tough route to the club, including some serious injury setbacks and, incredibly, being told she wouldn't make it to the highest level. We also got the story on how she found out United were setting up a Women's Team and how Manager Casey Stoney sold the project to Amy and convinced her to sign in 2018. As always, the guys read out some of your e-mails at the end of the episode. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to get in touch. 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.

Robin van Persie joins the UTD Podcast this week for an extended look through his incredible Premier League career. RVP talks about facing United during his time with Arsenal - beating Sir Alex Ferguson's side in an FA Cup Final and being on the receiving end of the famous 8-2 win over the Gunners in 2011. Robin told us how he was tempted to move to Old Trafford and his elation at finally winning the Premier League. The Dutchman also lifted the lid on his time under compatriot Louis van Gaal with The Netherlands and Manchester United. As always, the guys read out some of your e-mails at the end of the episode. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to get in touch. 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's episode comes from a man with an incredible amount of years under his belt at Manchester United; Jim Ryan. Jim told the guys about his time playing at Old Trafford under Sir Matt Busby, having once been tricked into asking the legendary manager for a pay rise! We then heard how he came to return to Man Utd under Sir Alex Ferguson, overseeing David Beckham, Paul Scholes and their Class of '92 teammates' rise to the First Team. Not only that, but Jim was responsible for scouting dozens of top name players that ended up at the club, including Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Paul Pogba, and the few that got away, such as Zinedine Zidane. As always, the guys read out some of your e-mails at the end of the episode. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to get in touch. 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's guest is one half of United's most prolific strike partnership, Dwight Yorke dialled into the Pod from Dubai.In our extended chat with Dwight, he revealed how an early childhood car accident influenced his outlook on life and goes some way to explaining his laid back persona.The Trinidadian also told us about the time he hung up on Sir Alex Ferguson, thinking it was a prank call! Plus we also got the first-hand account of when he asked the boss for a year off, after Man Utd's famous Treble winning season in 1999.As always, the guys read out some of your e-mails at the end of the episode. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to get in touch.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 winger Keith Gillespie joins the Pod this week to tell the extraordinary story of his Premier League career. He tells the guys about being part of United's famous Class of '92 and his brush with Sir Alex Ferguson's hairdryer, before signing for Newcastle as part of the Andy Cole deal. From there, Keith reveals the extent of his gambling addiction at that time and the large amounts of money he lost. As always, the guys read out some of your e-mails at the end of the episode. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to get in touch.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.

Sir Alex Ferguson's first Manchester United signing, Viv Anderson joins the Pod this week. Viv reveals the incredible story of how he was scouted doing kick-ups on a beach, and how it was learning from two managerial greats in Brian Clough and Sir Alex Ferguson.Viv also spoke passionately about making history when he became England's first black player to represent the national side, and his views on racism in football & society today.As always, the guys read out some of your e-mails at the end of the episode. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to get in touch.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 Quinton Fortune is our guest this week and if you've never heard his story before, this episode is one not to be missed. From growing up during apartheid in South Africa, to training with Tottenham Hotspur's Paul Gascoigne and Gary Lineker at the age of 14.Quinny tells the guys about having to mark Brazilian Ronaldo on his Atlético Madrid debut and how Sir Alex Ferguson used to get his United side fired up ahead of big games against Liverpool.The South African is now assistant coach of Manchester United's Under 23s and he had glowing words to say about recent graduate Brandon Williams.As always, the guys read out some of your e-mails at the end of the episode. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to get in touch.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 player and regular MUTV pundit Ben Thornley joins the Pod this week. The Class of 92' graduate spoke fondly of his time playing with Ryan Giggs, David Beckham and Paul Scholes. He told the team about the moment when he opened the front door to his mum and dad's home to see Sir Alex Ferguson stood in the doorway, and how he made his way into the first team, making his debut at West Ham. However his story took a sad turn after a horror tackle in a reserve game left him needing serious knee surgery and rehabilitation. Ben talks about the difficulty he had with the aftermath both physically and mentally, and the key role Sir Alex Ferguson played in getting Ben back on the pitch. As always, the guys read out some of your e-mails at the end of the episode. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to get in touch.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's guest is an undisputed Manchester United Legend - Ryan Giggs. The one-club man won it all at Old Trafford, so there was a lot to get through!We tried to avoid questions that Ryan always gets asked, so we steered clear of that Arsenal goal... Instead Giggsy spoke about that time he and David Beckham struck a free-kick simultaneously, the dressing room's reaction to his tights in the Manchester Derby, and we got his side of the story from when Bryan Robson tricked him into a Sir Alex Ferguson hairdryer.The Wales Manager opened up about his transition from flying winger to cultured midfielder, and how he was worried that the club might sell him around that time. He also spoke with great pride about the games where he sat in the hot seat as Man United's Caretaker Manager.As always, the guys read out some of your e-mails at the end of the episode. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to get in touch.If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]'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 have our first guest who hasn't been a Manchester United player. Albert Morgan was the club's long-serving Kit Manager, working closely with Sir Alex Ferguson for twenty years.Albert joined the Pod and had everyone in hysterics with his incredible tales from inside the Old Trafford dressing room. Pranks, burst sewer pipes, and what the United superstars were really like behind the scenes. Albert made sure everything was perfect pre-game for the likes of Eric Cantona, Cristiano Ronaldo and David Beckham. Although there were one or two high-profile mistakes along the way...Once again our Podcast hosts read out your e-mails - a big thank you to everyone who gets in touch. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]'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.

Lee Sharpe joins the United Podcast in a remarkably honest episode where he reveals how difficult he found his time at Old Trafford.Sharpey revealed details of his personality clashes with Sir Alex Ferguson, his friendship with Ryan Giggs, and the extraordinary way he celebrated the club's first Premier League (Premiership) title.Lee's rise to fame, the Sharpey Shuffle, and being protected by Bryan Robson were also discussed in this candid episode of the Pod.Finally, the Utd Podcast team read out more of your e-mails - once again a big thank you to everyone who gets in touch. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]'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 former United winger Nani joins the Podcast from Orlando. He reveals how years before he signed for Manchester Utd, he had taken an Old Trafford tour and sat in the Home dressing room.There are some incredible moments throughout his career that could only happen to Nani; his rocket of a first goal, the kick-ups against Arsenal at Old Trafford (and the scoop over Almunia at the Emirates), the iconic backflips, that bizarre open goal against Tottenham - it's all covered in this episode.The 2016 European Championship winner also opens up about his friendship with Cristiano Ronaldo; living together, winning everything, and Cristiano's ultimate departure. Plus there's an amazing story about driving Sir Alex home in frosty silence.Finally, the Utd Podcast team read out more of your e-mails - once again a big thank you to everyone who gets in touch. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]'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 current Manchester United skipper, Harry Maguire goes head-to-head with Captain Marvel, Bryan Robson in this week's pod - as they each build a six a-side team from a long list of United players who have worn the armband in years gone by.Cristiano Ronaldo, Roy Keane, Wayne Rooney, Rio Ferdinand, Paul Pogba and many more names are up for grabs - as are Harry and Robbo themselves. The pair spoke to what qualities are necessary to be a Man Utd captain and which leaders have inspired them over the years.Maguire also spoke glowingly of team mates Marcus Rashford and Paul Pogba and revealed that the Old Trafford dressing room is built on several leaders.Finally, the Utd Podcast team read out more of your e-mails - once again a big thank you to everyone who gets in touch. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]'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 legend Patrice Evra joined the Utd Podcast this week for an epic retelling of his incredible career. From begging on the streets of Paris to lifting trophy after trophy at United, his emotional story had Helen Evans in tears at one point. The Frenchman is as candid as you would expect about his arguments with managers, which rivals team he enjoyed beating the most, and how much he regrets leaving Man Utd for Juventus. As this was a comprehensive look back on Patrice's career, we got his in-depth thoughts on the Luis Suarez racism incident in 2011. The former United left-back also revealed how close he was to moving to Real Madrid, how he was inspired by Eric Cantona, and what Sir Alex Ferguson thinks of his Instagram posts these days. The Utd Podcast team also read out your e-mails, so thank you to everyone who gets in touch. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]'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.

In this week's remote Utd Podcast we've dialled up United First Teamers Scott McTominay and Jesse Lingard and challenged them to build an ultimate Manchester United Academy XI.Paul Pogba, Sir Bobby Charlton, David Beckham, Ryan Giggs, George Best, Marcus Rashford - just some of the names Scott and Jesse had to squeeze into one team sheet. There were some big decisions to be made and probably some awkward phonecalls to follow.The lads also opened up on what it was like coming through the ranks at Man Utd and how strong you have to be to succeed.The Utd Podcast team also read out your e-mails, so thank you to everyone who gets in touch. If you'd like to write to the only official Manchester United Podcast then e-mail [email protected]'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.