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The Official Manchester United Podcast

The Official Manchester United Podcast

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Ep 26Rashford & Scholes: "It would have been a dream to play together"

The Pod team dialled up Man Utd's past and present in Marcus Rashford and Paul Scholes for a 'working from home' episode this week.We challenged them to build a draft United 5 a-side team each, with some interesting selections (plus a lot of confusion and swearing) along the way.Paul and Marcus also had to build a combined top 5 goals list from their own strikes, and Scholes wasn't giving up any of his without a fight!The 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.

Apr 20, 202057 min

Ep 25Paul Pogba - "Scholes and Pirlo taught me so much"

Paul Pogba joins the guys for the very first Pogcast. The World Cup winning midfielder talks about his journey to Old Trafford, leaving for Juventus, and how his mother predicted his return to Manchester United. He reveals how legendary team mates Paul Scholes and Andrea Pirlo were the best teachers in his career so far and opens up about his ambitions for the future.Despite current circumstances, we still have more Utd guests lined up so make sure you're subscribed to receive the latest episode each week. If you're enjoying this series then please consider leaving a rating and a review, wherever you get your podcasts.If you'd like to get in touch with the only official Manchester United Podcast then you can e-mail [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 13, 20201h 3m

Ep 24Tahith Chong & Angel Gomes - "This is the stuff of dreams"

Double the fun this week as Tahith Chong and Angel Gomes joined Sam and Helen in a dressing room at Utd's Aon Training Complex. The Manchester United youngsters give us a view from the very cusp of the First Team, being starstruck by Wayne Rooney and practising their autographs.Despite current circumstances, we still have more Utd guests lined up so make sure you're subscribed to receive the latest episode each week. If you're enjoying this series then please consider leaving a rating and a review, wherever you get your podcasts.If you'd like to get in touch with the only official Manchester United Podcast then you can e-mail [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 6, 202047 min

Ep 23Norman Whiteside - "I'm an example, dreams do come true"

Norman Whiteside speaks to the Pod in his local Manchester pub, The Old Roebuck, where he and his former team mates used to relax in their Manchester United playing days. Norman recalls tales with Bryan Robson & Paul McGrath, and takes the guys back to his incredible rise to fame at the age of 17. He also speaks candidly about his feelings around George Best comparisons and how he coped with his Old Trafford career being cut short by injuries.We have more Utd guests lined up so make sure you're subscribed to receive the latest episode each week. If you're enjoying this series then please consider leaving a rating and a review, wherever you get your podcasts.If you'd like to get in touch with the only official Manchester United Podcast then you can e-mail [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 30, 20201h 20m

Ep 22Juan Mata - "The moment I realised United fans are unlike any other"

Juan Mata is this week's guest on the Pod, speaking to Helen and Maysie in his father's tapas restaurant in Manchester, Tapeo & Wine. Juan talked about coming through the Real Madrid youth system where he took advice from Ruud van Nistelrooy and Antonio Cassano. He also talked us through the moment he won the World Cup with Spain, and gives us an insight on each Manchester United Manager that he's worked under at Old Trafford; David Moyes, Louis van Gaal, Jose Mourinho and current boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.Lots more Man Utd guests from past and present lined up for the coming weeks, so make sure you're subscribed to receive the latest episode each week. If you're enjoying this series then please consider leaving a rating and a review, wherever you get your podcasts.If you'd like to get in touch with the only official Manchester United Podcast then you can e-mail [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 23, 20201h 8m

Ep 21Diogo Dalot - "I won't stop fighting for my place in the team"

Young United full-back Diogo Dalot is on the Pod this week - which is gatecrashed by his compatriot Bruno Fernandes who was waiting for a lift home! Diogo talks to Sam and Maysie about his desire to fight for his spot in the team and his frank assessment of VAR - after being at the centre of such a huge VAR call against PSG last season in the Champions League.The Portuguese defender also spoke of his relief at getting his first goal for the club in the FA Cup this season, and his first impression after seeing Old Trafford in the flesh when he signed for Manchester United.Lots more Man Utd guests from past and present lined up for the coming weeks, so make sure you're subscribed to receive the latest episode each week. If you're enjoying this series then please consider leaving a rating and a review, wherever you get your podcasts.If you'd like to get in touch with the only official Manchester United Podcast then you can e-mail [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 16, 202049 min

Ep 20Peter Schmeichel - "Why leaving United was my biggest regret"

The Great Dane, Peter Schmeichel joins the Pod in this week's feature-length episode, where he talks about his explosive bust-up with Sir Alex Ferguson which almost cost the legendary goalkeeper his job. He also opened up about his regret at leaving Manchester United immediately after the success of the Treble in 1999 and why going on to play for rivals Manchester City didn't work out the way he'd planned.Helen and Maysie welcomed former Premier League defender, Alex Bruce to the Pod to share his childhood memories of growing up next door to the Schmeichels, leading to his life-long friendship with Peter's son, Kasper.We have a lot more huge Man Utd names lined up for the coming weeks - from past and present - so make sure you're subscribed. If you're enjoying this series then please consider leaving a rating and a review, wherever you get your podcasts.If you'd like to get in touch with the only official Manchester United Podcast then you can e-mail [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 9, 20202h 7m

Ep 19Axel Tuanzebe - "I want to be a leader at this club"

This week we hear from Manchester United First Teamer Axel Tuanzebe where he tells us about coming through the United youth ranks with Marcus Rashford, taking over dressing room DJ responsibilities from Ashley Young and how he strives to be a leader at Old Trafford.Plenty more great Man Utd guests lined up - from past and present - so make sure you're subscribed. If you're enjoying this series then please consider leaving a rating and a review, wherever you get your podcasts.If you'd like to get in touch with the only official Manchester United Podcast then you can e-mail [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 2, 202032 min

Ep 18Ronny Johnsen - My debut: Vinnie Jones' elbow and that David Beckham goal

This week's guest is the Iceman, Ronny Johnsen. The former Manchester United defender spoke to the UTD Podcast in Oslo, Norway where he talked about being scouted by United alongside Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, almost getting an elbow to the face from Vinnie Jones and what Sir Alex said to the team after a famous win over Liverpool at Anfield.Plenty more great Man Utd guests lined up so make sure you're subscribed - and if you're enjoying this series then please consider leaving a rating and a review, wherever you get your podcasts.If you'd like to get in touch with the only official Manchester United Podcast then you can e-mail [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 24, 20201h 15m

Ep 17Jesper Blomqvist - “Injuries ended my career at 24”

This week's guest is former Manchester United winger Jesper Blomqvist. The UTD Podcast team flew to Stockholm to visit Jesper in his own pizza restaurant, where he opened up about ending his career early due to injuries, being on the receiving end of Roy Keane's rants and how he struggled to come to terms with the shouting inside the Old Trafford dressing room.Plenty more great Man Utd guests lined up so make sure you're subscribed - and if you're enjoying this series then please consider leaving a rating and a review, wherever you get your podcasts.If you'd like to get in touch with the only official Manchester United Podcast then you can e-mail [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 18, 20201h 3m

Ep 16Eric Cantona - "I fear the day fans stop chanting my name"

Manchester United Royalty graces the UTD Podcast this week as we welcome The King, Eric Cantona. The Man Utd Legend spoke about his famous "seagulls following the trawler" press conference, explained his unique celebration against Sunderland at Old Trafford and the philosophical Red Devil revealed the meaning of life!We have more incredible guests lined up every week, so make sure you are subscribed - and if you're enjoying this series then please consider leaving a rating and a review, wherever you get your podcasts.If you'd like to get in touch with the only official Manchester United Podcast then you can e-mail [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 10, 202055 min

Ep 15Gary Pallister - "I nearly punched Sir Alex... and he apologised!"

This week's episodes stars former Man United centre-back, Gary Pallister. The Big Man told the UTD Pod about his unique route in to football, the tense transfer negotiations involved in moving to Old Trafford, and his heated argument with former Red Devils boss, Sir Alex Ferguson, which nearly ended up in a fist-fight!If you'd like to get in touch with the only official Manchester United Podcast then you can e-mail [email protected] And if you're enjoying this podcast series then please consider leaving a rating and a review, wherever you listen to your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 3, 20201h 25m

Ep 14Paul Scholes - "We were just mates playing football"

This week we bring you Paul Scholes, one of - if not the - best midfielder to play for Manchester United. The club legend talks to the Pod about his heartbreak of missing out on the 1999 Champions League Final, his sensational U-turn on his retirement and the secret behind those 'mistimed' tackles.If you'd like to get in touch with the only official Manchester United Podcast then you can e-mail [email protected] And if you're enjoying this podcast series then please consider leaving a rating and a review, wherever you listen to your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 27, 20201h 3m

Ep 13Louis Saha - "Sir Alex reduced me to tears"

In this episode, former Man United striker Louis Saha reveals that the only time he's ever cried was at the hands of Sir Alex Ferguson. The Man Utd legend also opens up about his struggles with injury and his great respect for Wayne Rooney, Paul Scholes and Rio Ferdinand. The France International spoke too about how he forced through his transfer from Fulham to secure his dream move to Old Trafford.If you'd like to get in touch with the only official Manchester United Podcast then you can e-mail [email protected] And if you're enjoying this podcast series then please consider leaving a rating and a review, wherever you listen to your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 21, 202057 min

Ep 12Victor Lindelof - Mental strength and ignoring transfer rumours

The first Utd Podcast guest of 2020 is current Man United defender Victor Lindelof. The Iceman was speaking to David May and Sam Homewood in December 2019 overlooking the Old Trafford pitch. The Sweden International discusses the transfer rumours surrounding his move to Man Utd, his ice hockey skills, his social media presence and being on the receiving end of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's hairdryer. If you'd like to get in touch with the only official Manchester United Podcast then you can e-mail [email protected] And if you're enjoying this podcast series then please consider leaving a rating and a review, wherever you listen to your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 6, 202052 min

Ep 11Denis Irwin - Mr Consistency

The final Utd Podcast guest of 2019 is Man United Legend Denis Irwin. He sat down with Sam and Maysie in a pub just a few yards down the road from Old Trafford to look back on his career - from signing for Leeds and then being released, the sensational 1999 treble-winning season, coming off injured in his own testimonial and much more.If you'd like to get in touch with the only official Man Utd Podcast then you can e-mail [email protected]'ll be back next week with another episode to mark the start of 2020. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 30, 20191h 8m

Ep 10Ole Gunnar Solskjaer - When Manchester called...

As a Christmas Special, Manchester United Manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer joins the guys on this week's Podcast. The boss talks about his first 12 months in charge, his career-defining moments as a player and answers questions from you, the fans! If you'd like to get in touch with the pod, e-mail [email protected] Plenty more podcasts on the way with past, present and former Manchester United players, so subscribe to hear them all each week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 23, 201956 min

Ep 9Lou Macari - "Why I'll always have a soft spot for Ole"

Helen and Sam met with Lou Macari at his homeless centre in Stoke. The former Manchester United man tells the guys the story behind his charitable nature, how he was so close to joining Liverpool, playing with George Best, Denis Law & Bobby Charlton, winning the FA Cup at Wembley and much more in this tear-jerking episode. If you'd like to get in touch with the pod, e-mail [email protected] Plenty more podcasts on the way with past, present and former Manchester United players, so subscribe to hear them all each week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 16, 20191h 0m

Ep 8Ashley Young - "When am I meeting Sir Alex and where's the pen?"

Sam sits down with Ashley Young at Old Trafford to discuss his career and some iconic moments in his time so far at Manchester United. He talks about dealing with setbacks, meeting Sir Alex Ferguson, rejecting Liverpool and Manchester City, changing positions under Louis van Gaal, winning trophies and... did a bird really poo in his mouth?If you'd like to get in touch with the pod, e-mail [email protected] more podcasts on the way with past, present and former Manchester United players, so subscribe to hear them all each week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 9, 201945 min

Ep 7Wes Brown - "Sir Alex told me to stop getting the bus to training"

Helen, Sam and Maysie sit down to speak to Wes Brown in Manchester's Lowry Hotel. The Treble winner talks us through what it takes to be a United player, "battering Chelsea" on the Playstation, Christmas Party pranks and much more.If you'd like to get in touch with the guys, e-mail [email protected] more big name guests to bring you on the pod so subscribe for more episodes and please leave a rating and review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 2, 201951 min

Ep 6Jesse Lingard - "I'm a footballer first"

Sam and Maysie chat to Manchester United first-team player Jesse Lingard in this week's episode. Jesse talks about coming through the ranks at United and facing up against Ryan Giggs and Paul Scholes in training. He also gives an insight into his life outside of football, with his YouTube channel and clothing line - but he tells the guys that he's a footballer before anything else.If you'd like to get in touch with the pod, e-mail [email protected] more podcasts coming your way with past, present and former Manchester United players, so subscribe for more each week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 25, 201935 min

Ep 5David May - Pranks, Medals and Tears

David May is the subject of this week's Manchester United Podcast. We recorded this chat with Maysie right at the start of our pod journey as a pilot episode with Sam and Helen. It wasn't necessarily intended to be published but some of the insight David gives is so interesting that we thought you'd like to hear it.If you'd like to get in touch with the pod, e-mail [email protected] more fascinating podcasts are on the way so make sure you're subscribed to receive these each week - and please leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 18, 201935 min

Ep 4Darren Fletcher - Dream job and that banned Roy Keane MUTV tape

Helen and Sam caught up with former Manchester United and Scotland midfielder Darren Fletcher to reflect on his career.Fletch talks about winning over the Old Trafford fans, scoring against Chelsea & Manchester City, and some career-defining moments in both the Premier League and Champions League.He also speaks about Roy Keane's controversial interview which was never aired on MUTV, working with Sir Alex Ferguson and how he came back from ulcerative colitis.Finally Darren revealed which role he's working towards now he's retired from playing football.If you'd like to get in touch with the pod, e-mail [email protected] content from this episode: https://www.manutd.com/en/news/detail/darren-fletcher-discusses-roy-keane-in-episode-three-of-utd-podcastIf you're enjoying this series, subscribe so you don't miss future episodes and please leave a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 11, 20191h 11m

Ep 3Dimitar Berbatov - "We are immortal"

The team travel to London to meet up with Cult United Hero Dimitar Berbatov in a swanky hotel that he's been calling home for the past 10 years or so.Berbs talks us through his difficult childhood, getting kidnapped, scoring that iconic hat-trick against the scousers and much more.If you'd like to get in touch with the pod, e-mail [email protected] clips from this episode: https://www.manutd.com/en/news/detail/dimitar-berbatov-episode-of-utd-podcast-now-availableIf you're enjoying this series, subscribe so you don't miss future episodes and please leave a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 4, 201952 min

Ep 2Bryan Robson - Part 2: Captain Marvel

The second instalment of the Bryan Robson Episode. Robbo tells Sam, Helen and Maysie about dressing room pranks, how he got the nickname Captain Marvel and his favourite memories of playing the game.If you'd like to get in touch with the pod, e-mail [email protected] you enjoyed this episode then please subscribe for more and leave a rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 31, 201928 min

Ep 1Bryan Robson - Part 1: Tales of The Cliff

In the very first episode of the Official Manchester United Podcast, club legend Bryan Robson and fellow ex-player-turned Pod host David May play the role of tour guides for co-hosts Helen Evans and Sam Homewood as they revisit The Cliff Training Ground.Robbo and Maysie know every corner of this historic site and each room brings its own story.If you'd like to get in touch with the pod, e-mail [email protected] clips from this episode can be found on the Manchester United App:https://www.manutd.com/en/videos/detail/utd-podcast-teaser-clip-with-bryan-robsonThis is Part 1 of a two-part special. Subscribe now to hear the second instalment of Robbo at The Cliff. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 28, 201953 min