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    <title>Talking United - A Manchester United Podcast</title>
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    <copyright>John Silk</copyright>
    <description>Starting at the beginning of 2026, Talking United is a podcast, social media outlet and YouTube channel that brings you all the latest news regarding Manchester United.</description>
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    <itunes:author>John Silk</itunes:author>
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      <![CDATA[<p>Starting at the beginning of 2026, Talking United is a podcast, social media outlet and YouTube channel that brings you all the latest news regarding Manchester United.</p>]]>
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      <itunes:name>John Silk</itunes:name>
      <itunes:email>talkingunitedtu@gmail.com</itunes:email>
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      <title> Manchester United lose again - When will Wilcox and Berrada explain? Reaction to Chelsea defeat</title>
      <description>Manchester United lose again — and the questions for those running the club keep growing. Following the defeat to Chelsea, Talking United reacts to another frustrating result and asks: when will Jason Wilcox and Omar Berrada explain the direction this club is taking?

We discuss the performance, the decisions shaping United’s fortunes and where responsibility lies. What is the plan, who is accountable, and what needs to change to stop the slide?

Join John Silk for a passionate post-match reaction and a wider debate about Manchester United’s leadership, recruitment and ambitions.

🎙️ Follow Talking United for Manchester United reaction, analysis and debate. Leave your thoughts in the comments and rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:47:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:author>John Silk</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Manchester United lose again — and the questions for those running the club keep growing. Following the defeat to Chelsea, Talking United reacts to another frustrating result and asks: when will Jason Wilcox and Omar Berrada explain the direction this club is taking?

We discuss the performance, the decisions shaping United’s fortunes and where responsibility lies. What is the plan, who is accountable, and what needs to change to stop the slide?

Join John Silk for a passionate post-match reaction and a wider debate about Manchester United’s leadership, recruitment and ambitions.

🎙️ Follow Talking United for Manchester United reaction, analysis and debate. Leave your thoughts in the comments and rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Manchester United lose again — and the questions for those running the club keep growing. Following the defeat to Chelsea, Talking United reacts to another frustrating result and asks: when will Jason Wilcox and Omar Berrada explain the direction this club is taking?</p>
<p>We discuss the performance, the decisions shaping United’s fortunes and where responsibility lies. What is the plan, who is accountable, and what needs to change to stop the slide?</p>
<p>Join John Silk for a passionate post-match reaction and a wider debate about Manchester United’s leadership, recruitment and ambitions.</p>
<p>🎙️ Follow Talking United for Manchester United reaction, analysis and debate. Leave your thoughts in the comments and rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>591</itunes:duration>
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      <title> A joke! The club is a shambles and lurching from one disaster to another - next will be relegation!</title>
      <description>Manchester United are lurching from one disaster to another — how much worse can it get?

In this passionate episode of Talking United, we discuss the chaos at Old Trafford, the club’s direction and the growing frustration of supporters. Where is the accountability, what needs to change, and is it time to take fears of relegation seriously?

From the boardroom to the pitch, we ask how United can escape this cycle of failure — and who can be trusted to lead the recovery.

Do you share our concerns, or is relegation talk going too far? Have your say.

Follow Talking United on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, rate the show and join the debate on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TalkingUnitedTU
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:04:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>John Silk</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Manchester United are lurching from one disaster to another — how much worse can it get?

In this passionate episode of Talking United, we discuss the chaos at Old Trafford, the club’s direction and the growing frustration of supporters. Where is the accountability, what needs to change, and is it time to take fears of relegation seriously?

From the boardroom to the pitch, we ask how United can escape this cycle of failure — and who can be trusted to lead the recovery.

Do you share our concerns, or is relegation talk going too far? Have your say.

Follow Talking United on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, rate the show and join the debate on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TalkingUnitedTU
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Manchester United are lurching from one disaster to another — how much worse can it get?</p>
<p>In this passionate episode of Talking United, we discuss the chaos at Old Trafford, the club’s direction and the growing frustration of supporters. Where is the accountability, what needs to change, and is it time to take fears of relegation seriously?</p>
<p>From the boardroom to the pitch, we ask how United can escape this cycle of failure — and who can be trusted to lead the recovery.</p>
<p>Do you share our concerns, or is relegation talk going too far? Have your say.</p>
<p>Follow Talking United on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, rate the show and join the debate on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TalkingUnitedTU">https://www.youtube.com/@TalkingUnitedTU</a></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Manchester United 1999 Treble: What really happened that night in the Camp Nou?!</title>
      <description>Two stoppage-time goals. One impossible comeback. A treble sealed in the most dramatic fashion.

Journalist Jim White joins Talking United to revisit Manchester United’s unforgettable 1999 Champions League final against Bayern Munich—and ask what really happened that night at Camp Nou.

From the tension as United trailed to the extraordinary turnaround delivered by Teddy Sheringham and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, we look back at a match that transformed despair into delirium and secured Sir Alex Ferguson’s team a place in football history.

With the Premier League and FA Cup already won, how close did United come to losing the final piece of the treble? And why does that night in Barcelona still stir such powerful emotions?

Relive one of football’s greatest finales with Jim White.

Follow Talking United for more interviews and Manchester United history, and rate and review the podcast. Where were you when Solskjaer scored?
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:author>John Silk</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Two stoppage-time goals. One impossible comeback. A treble sealed in the most dramatic fashion.

Journalist Jim White joins Talking United to revisit Manchester United’s unforgettable 1999 Champions League final against Bayern Munich—and ask what really happened that night at Camp Nou.

From the tension as United trailed to the extraordinary turnaround delivered by Teddy Sheringham and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, we look back at a match that transformed despair into delirium and secured Sir Alex Ferguson’s team a place in football history.

With the Premier League and FA Cup already won, how close did United come to losing the final piece of the treble? And why does that night in Barcelona still stir such powerful emotions?

Relive one of football’s greatest finales with Jim White.

Follow Talking United for more interviews and Manchester United history, and rate and review the podcast. Where were you when Solskjaer scored?
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Two stoppage-time goals. One impossible comeback. A treble sealed in the most dramatic fashion.</p>
<p>Journalist Jim White joins Talking United to revisit Manchester United’s unforgettable 1999 Champions League final against Bayern Munich—and ask what really happened that night at Camp Nou.</p>
<p>From the tension as United trailed to the extraordinary turnaround delivered by Teddy Sheringham and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, we look back at a match that transformed despair into delirium and secured Sir Alex Ferguson’s team a place in football history.</p>
<p>With the Premier League and FA Cup already won, how close did United come to losing the final piece of the treble? And why does that night in Barcelona still stir such powerful emotions?</p>
<p>Relive one of football’s greatest finales with Jim White.</p>
<p>Follow Talking United for more interviews and Manchester United history, and rate and review the podcast. Where were you when Solskjaer scored?</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Manchester United treble: Journey to the promised land, from summer splurge to the final in Camp Nou</title>
      <description>Manchester United’s journey to the promised land began long before those unforgettable final moments at Camp Nou.

In this episode of Talking United, we revisit the extraordinary 1998–99 treble season, starting with the summer spending that brought Dwight Yorke, Jaap Stam and Jesper Blomqvist to Old Trafford. How did those signings help Sir Alex Ferguson build a team capable of making history?

From the Premier League title race to FA Cup drama and a remarkable Champions League campaign, we trace the defining moments on United’s road to Barcelona—where Teddy Sheringham and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer delivered a finale that still feels impossible.

Relive the belief, tension and late goals behind Manchester United’s historic Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League treble.

Follow Talking United and rate the podcast. What was your defining moment of that incredible season?
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>John Silk</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Manchester United’s journey to the promised land began long before those unforgettable final moments at Camp Nou.

In this episode of Talking United, we revisit the extraordinary 1998–99 treble season, starting with the summer spending that brought Dwight Yorke, Jaap Stam and Jesper Blomqvist to Old Trafford. How did those signings help Sir Alex Ferguson build a team capable of making history?

From the Premier League title race to FA Cup drama and a remarkable Champions League campaign, we trace the defining moments on United’s road to Barcelona—where Teddy Sheringham and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer delivered a finale that still feels impossible.

Relive the belief, tension and late goals behind Manchester United’s historic Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League treble.

Follow Talking United and rate the podcast. What was your defining moment of that incredible season?
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Manchester United’s journey to the promised land began long before those unforgettable final moments at Camp Nou.</p>
<p>In this episode of Talking United, we revisit the extraordinary 1998–99 treble season, starting with the summer spending that brought Dwight Yorke, Jaap Stam and Jesper Blomqvist to Old Trafford. How did those signings help Sir Alex Ferguson build a team capable of making history?</p>
<p>From the Premier League title race to FA Cup drama and a remarkable Champions League campaign, we trace the defining moments on United’s road to Barcelona—where Teddy Sheringham and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer delivered a finale that still feels impossible.</p>
<p>Relive the belief, tension and late goals behind Manchester United’s historic Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League treble.</p>
<p>Follow Talking United and rate the podcast. What was your defining moment of that incredible season?</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>3265</itunes:duration>
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      <title>The forgotten story of Manchester United's European Cup Winners' Cup triumph with Daniel Williamson</title>
      <description>Before the treble and the Champions League glory, there was Rotterdam ’91.

Author Daniel Williamson joins Talking United to revisit the often overlooked story of Manchester United’s European Cup Winners’ Cup triumph—a defining moment in Sir Alex Ferguson’s early years at Old Trafford.

We look back at United’s journey to the final, Mark Hughes’ two goals against his former club Barcelona, and the significance of a European trophy that helped lay the foundations for the success that followed.

Why does this victory receive less attention than United’s other European triumphs? And how much did that unforgettable night mean to the players, supporters and a manager still building his legacy?

Join us to celebrate a crucial chapter in Manchester United’s history.

Follow Talking United for more interviews, stories and debate—and rate and review the podcast to help other United fans find us.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 12:03:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>John Silk</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Before the treble and the Champions League glory, there was Rotterdam ’91.

Author Daniel Williamson joins Talking United to revisit the often overlooked story of Manchester United’s European Cup Winners’ Cup triumph—a defining moment in Sir Alex Ferguson’s early years at Old Trafford.

We look back at United’s journey to the final, Mark Hughes’ two goals against his former club Barcelona, and the significance of a European trophy that helped lay the foundations for the success that followed.

Why does this victory receive less attention than United’s other European triumphs? And how much did that unforgettable night mean to the players, supporters and a manager still building his legacy?

Join us to celebrate a crucial chapter in Manchester United’s history.

Follow Talking United for more interviews, stories and debate—and rate and review the podcast to help other United fans find us.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Before the treble and the Champions League glory, there was Rotterdam ’91.</p>
<p>Author Daniel Williamson joins Talking United to revisit the often overlooked story of Manchester United’s European Cup Winners’ Cup triumph—a defining moment in Sir Alex Ferguson’s early years at Old Trafford.</p>
<p>We look back at United’s journey to the final, Mark Hughes’ two goals against his former club Barcelona, and the significance of a European trophy that helped lay the foundations for the success that followed.</p>
<p>Why does this victory receive less attention than United’s other European triumphs? And how much did that unforgettable night mean to the players, supporters and a manager still building his legacy?</p>
<p>Join us to celebrate a crucial chapter in Manchester United’s history.</p>
<p>Follow Talking United for more interviews, stories and debate—and rate and review the podcast to help other United fans find us.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>LIVE Reaction to Premier League statement: Manchester City arranged ‘sham’ contracts</title>
      <description>LIVE reaction to the Premier League’s statement on Manchester City and the independent commission’s findings concerning the club’s financial rule breaches, including what the commission described as “sham” contracts.

John Silk breaks down what the findings say, Manchester City’s response, the prospect of an appeal and what could happen next. What does this mean for the Premier League and for rival clubs, including Manchester United?

Join the live discussion and tell us what you think in the chat. Subscribe to Talking United for Manchester United news, football analysis and live reaction.

Manchester City disputes the findings and intends to appeal. Any potential sanctions are yet to be determined.

#ManchesterCity #PremierLeague #ManCityCharges #ManchesterUnited #TalkingUnited
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:10:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>John Silk</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/b79587b2-bc28-11f1-af92-3b5ae28952b5/image/67becb8b3c04827a0e82101491fd9628.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>LIVE reaction to the Premier League’s statement on Manchester City and the independent commission’s findings concerning the club’s financial rule breaches, including what the commission described as “sham” contracts.

John Silk breaks down what the findings say, Manchester City’s response, the prospect of an appeal and what could happen next. What does this mean for the Premier League and for rival clubs, including Manchester United?

Join the live discussion and tell us what you think in the chat. Subscribe to Talking United for Manchester United news, football analysis and live reaction.

Manchester City disputes the findings and intends to appeal. Any potential sanctions are yet to be determined.

#ManchesterCity #PremierLeague #ManCityCharges #ManchesterUnited #TalkingUnited
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>LIVE reaction to the Premier League’s statement on Manchester City and the independent commission’s findings concerning the club’s financial rule breaches, including what the commission described as “sham” contracts.

John Silk breaks down what the findings say, Manchester City’s response, the prospect of an appeal and what could happen next. What does this mean for the Premier League and for rival clubs, including Manchester United?

Join the live discussion and tell us what you think in the chat. Subscribe to Talking United for Manchester United news, football analysis and live reaction.

Manchester City disputes the findings and intends to appeal. Any potential sanctions are yet to be determined.

#ManchesterCity #PremierLeague #ManCityCharges #ManchesterUnited #TalkingUnited</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>1669</itunes:duration>
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      <title>The forgotten story of Manchester United's European Cup Winners' Cup triumph with Daniel Williamson</title>
      <description>In 1991, Manchester United returned to European competition and went all the way. Mark Hughes scored twice against Barcelona in Rotterdam to win the Cup Winners’ Cup, a triumph that deserves more attention in the story of Sir Alex Ferguson’s United. 

John Silk is joined by author Daniel Williamson to revisit the journey to that final and the football, music and culture surrounding United’s 1990/91 season. Drawing on Daniel’s book, If I Hadn’t Seen Such Riches, they explore why this European victory still matters. 

Follow Talking United for more Manchester United conversations, and rate the podcast if you enjoy the episode.

#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #CupWinnersCup #SirAlexFerguson #TalkingUnited
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>John Silk</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>In 1991, Manchester United returned to European competition and went all the way. Mark Hughes scored twice against Barcelona in Rotterdam to win the Cup Winners’ Cup, a triumph that deserves more attention in the story of Sir Alex Ferguson’s United. 

John Silk is joined by author Daniel Williamson to revisit the journey to that final and the football, music and culture surrounding United’s 1990/91 season. Drawing on Daniel’s book, If I Hadn’t Seen Such Riches, they explore why this European victory still matters. 

Follow Talking United for more Manchester United conversations, and rate the podcast if you enjoy the episode.

#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #CupWinnersCup #SirAlexFerguson #TalkingUnited
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In 1991, Manchester United returned to European competition and went all the way. Mark Hughes scored twice against Barcelona in Rotterdam to win the Cup Winners’ Cup, a triumph that deserves more attention in the story of Sir Alex Ferguson’s United. </p>
<p>John Silk is joined by author Daniel Williamson to revisit the journey to that final and the football, music and culture surrounding United’s 1990/91 season. Drawing on Daniel’s book, <em>If I Hadn’t Seen Such Riches</em>, they explore why this European victory still matters. </p>
<p>Follow <strong>Talking United</strong> for more Manchester United conversations, and rate the podcast if you enjoy the episode.</p>
<p>#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #CupWinnersCup #SirAlexFerguson #TalkingUnited</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>The day I realised Jim Ratcliffe was bad news for Manchester United</title>
      <description>The day Sir Jim Ratcliffe said he was “not interested in the financial aspects” of his Manchester United investment should perhaps have set alarm bells ringing.

In this episode, John Silk explains why that statement first made him question Ratcliffe’s plans for the club—and why the decisions that followed have only deepened those concerns. From sweeping cost-cutting measures and staff redundancies to rising ticket prices, the removal of Sir Alex Ferguson’s ambassadorial role and the wider direction of Manchester United under INEOS, has Ratcliffe shown that he was always bad news for United?

Or does the INEOS regime simply need more time to deliver?

Follow Talking United for honest Manchester United news, analysis and reaction. If you enjoy the podcast, please leave us a rating and review—it helps more United supporters discover the show.

#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #JimRatcliffe #INEOS #SirAlexFerguson #PremierLeague #TalkingUnited
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      <pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>John Silk</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The day Sir Jim Ratcliffe said he was “not interested in the financial aspects” of his Manchester United investment should perhaps have set alarm bells ringing.

In this episode, John Silk explains why that statement first made him question Ratcliffe’s plans for the club—and why the decisions that followed have only deepened those concerns. From sweeping cost-cutting measures and staff redundancies to rising ticket prices, the removal of Sir Alex Ferguson’s ambassadorial role and the wider direction of Manchester United under INEOS, has Ratcliffe shown that he was always bad news for United?

Or does the INEOS regime simply need more time to deliver?

Follow Talking United for honest Manchester United news, analysis and reaction. If you enjoy the podcast, please leave us a rating and review—it helps more United supporters discover the show.

#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #JimRatcliffe #INEOS #SirAlexFerguson #PremierLeague #TalkingUnited
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        <![CDATA[<p>The day Sir Jim Ratcliffe said he was “not interested in the financial aspects” of his Manchester United investment should perhaps have set alarm bells ringing.</p>
<p>In this episode, John Silk explains why that statement first made him question Ratcliffe’s plans for the club—and why the decisions that followed have only deepened those concerns. From sweeping cost-cutting measures and staff redundancies to rising ticket prices, the removal of Sir Alex Ferguson’s ambassadorial role and the wider direction of Manchester United under INEOS, has Ratcliffe shown that he was always bad news for United?</p>
<p>Or does the INEOS regime simply need more time to deliver?</p>
<p>Follow Talking United for honest Manchester United news, analysis and reaction. If you enjoy the podcast, please leave us a rating and review—it helps more United supporters discover the show.</p>
<p>#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #JimRatcliffe #INEOS #SirAlexFerguson #PremierLeague #TalkingUnited</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Manchester United's miserable start to the season continues with lacklustre draw at Fulham: Reaction</title>
      <description>Manchester United’s miserable start to the season continues after a lacklustre 1-1 draw against Fulham at Craven Cottage.

In this post-match reaction, we assess another disappointing United performance, the lack of attacking threat, the midfield problems and the growing pressure surrounding the team. Why did Manchester United struggle to take control—and where does the club go from here?

Share your reaction and player ratings in the comments.

Subscribe to Talking United for Manchester United news, analysis, watchalongs and post-match reactions.

#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #Fulham #FULMUN #PremierLeague #TalkingUnited 
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      <pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:01:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>John Silk</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/89d08db2-b5bc-11f1-8c41-3bb993d6bd40/image/7cbbb2f51aaeaebea9dc12608e7a4e31.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Manchester United’s miserable start to the season continues after a lacklustre 1-1 draw against Fulham at Craven Cottage.

In this post-match reaction, we assess another disappointing United performance, the lack of attacking threat, the midfield problems and the growing pressure surrounding the team. Why did Manchester United struggle to take control—and where does the club go from here?

Share your reaction and player ratings in the comments.

Subscribe to Talking United for Manchester United news, analysis, watchalongs and post-match reactions.

#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #Fulham #FULMUN #PremierLeague #TalkingUnited 
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        <![CDATA[<p>Manchester United’s miserable start to the season continues after a lacklustre 1-1 draw against Fulham at Craven Cottage.

In this post-match reaction, we assess another disappointing United performance, the lack of attacking threat, the midfield problems and the growing pressure surrounding the team. Why did Manchester United struggle to take control—and where does the club go from here?

Share your reaction and player ratings in the comments.

Subscribe to Talking United for Manchester United news, analysis, watchalongs and post-match reactions.

#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #Fulham #FULMUN #PremierLeague #TalkingUnited </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>644</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Manchester United lose to Brighton &amp; Hove Albion in Carabao Cup as season goes from bad to worse | Post-match reaction</title>
      <description>Manchester United’s season has gone from bad to worse after surrendering a two-goal lead and crashing out of the Carabao Cup against Brighton &amp; Hove Albion.

In this post-match reaction, John Silk analyses another painful United defeat, the key moments that changed the game, the defensive collapse and the growing pressure surrounding the team. How did United allow such a commanding position to slip away—and where do they go from here?

Join the conversation and share your verdict on the performance, the manager and Manchester United’s increasingly worrying season.

🔴 Subscribe to Talking United for more Manchester United news, analysis and post-match reactions.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:17:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>John Silk</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/5d735d74-b21c-11f1-87cf-37700da53377/image/06b869fe2dcf3d5b7c130657ad310131.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Manchester United’s season has gone from bad to worse after surrendering a two-goal lead and crashing out of the Carabao Cup against Brighton &amp; Hove Albion.

In this post-match reaction, John Silk analyses another painful United defeat, the key moments that changed the game, the defensive collapse and the growing pressure surrounding the team. How did United allow such a commanding position to slip away—and where do they go from here?

Join the conversation and share your verdict on the performance, the manager and Manchester United’s increasingly worrying season.

🔴 Subscribe to Talking United for more Manchester United news, analysis and post-match reactions.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Manchester United’s season has gone from bad to worse after surrendering a two-goal lead and crashing out of the Carabao Cup against Brighton &amp; Hove Albion.</p>
<p>In this post-match reaction, John Silk analyses another painful United defeat, the key moments that changed the game, the defensive collapse and the growing pressure surrounding the team. How did United allow such a commanding position to slip away—and where do they go from here?</p>
<p>Join the conversation and share your verdict on the performance, the manager and Manchester United’s increasingly worrying season.</p>
<p>🔴 Subscribe to Talking United for more Manchester United news, analysis and post-match reactions.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title> Two points dropped? Everton 2 Manchester United 2 | Premier League | Post-match analysis</title>
      <description>Manchester United leave Goodison Park with a point after a dramatic 2–2 draw against Everton—but does it feel like two points dropped?

We analyse the major talking points, key performances and decisive moments from the match. What went wrong for United, who impressed, and what does the result mean moving forward?

Join the Talking United post-match discussion and share your verdict. 🔴⚫

#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #Everton #PremierLeague #TalkingUnited
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      <pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 15:54:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>John Silk</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Manchester United leave Goodison Park with a point after a dramatic 2–2 draw against Everton—but does it feel like two points dropped?

We analyse the major talking points, key performances and decisive moments from the match. What went wrong for United, who impressed, and what does the result mean moving forward?

Join the Talking United post-match discussion and share your verdict. 🔴⚫

#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #Everton #PremierLeague #TalkingUnited
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Manchester United leave Goodison Park with a point after a dramatic 2–2 draw against Everton—but does it feel like two points dropped?</p>
<p>We analyse the major talking points, key performances and decisive moments from the match. What went wrong for United, who impressed, and what does the result mean moving forward?</p>
<p>Join the Talking United post-match discussion and share your verdict. 🔴⚫</p>
<p>#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #Everton #PremierLeague #TalkingUnited</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>1306</itunes:duration>
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      <title> Everton - Manchester United | Premier League Preview | Rashford to start? Is Sesko fit?</title>
      <description>Everton vs Manchester United takes centre stage in our latest Premier League preview.

We assess the key team news, tactical battles and selection decisions ahead of the match. Should Marcus Rashford start for Manchester United? Is Benjamin Šeško fit enough to feature? And what must United do to overcome Everton?

Join Talking United for our predicted line-up, match analysis and final score prediction.

Subscribe for more Manchester United news, previews, reactions and live coverage.

#ManchesterUnited #ManUtd #Everton #PremierLeague #Rashford #Sesko
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      <pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 13:18:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>John Silk</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/5520cad8-a92c-11f1-bdd7-9300d6abd9f5/image/91e24caebd659ce4126ab0fbfdfbe5e6.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Everton vs Manchester United takes centre stage in our latest Premier League preview.

We assess the key team news, tactical battles and selection decisions ahead of the match. Should Marcus Rashford start for Manchester United? Is Benjamin Šeško fit enough to feature? And what must United do to overcome Everton?

Join Talking United for our predicted line-up, match analysis and final score prediction.

Subscribe for more Manchester United news, previews, reactions and live coverage.

#ManchesterUnited #ManUtd #Everton #PremierLeague #Rashford #Sesko
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        <![CDATA[<p>Everton vs Manchester United takes centre stage in our latest Premier League preview.</p>
<p>We assess the key team news, tactical battles and selection decisions ahead of the match. Should Marcus Rashford start for Manchester United? Is Benjamin Šeško fit enough to feature? And what must United do to overcome Everton?</p>
<p>Join Talking United for our predicted line-up, match analysis and final score prediction.</p>
<p>Subscribe for more Manchester United news, previews, reactions and live coverage.</p>
<p>#ManchesterUnited #ManUtd #Everton #PremierLeague #Rashford #Sesko</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>1614</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Manchester United beat Ipswich Town 5-2 | Mainoo &amp; Fernandes masterclass | Post-match reaction</title>
      <description>Manchester United produced a five-star attacking display to beat Ipswich Town 5-2 in the Premier League.

We react to a brilliant midfield masterclass from Kobbie Mainoo and Bruno Fernandes, assess United’s devastating attacking performance and discuss the defensive concerns that allowed Ipswich to score twice.

Was this Mainoo’s best performance in a United shirt? Is Fernandes playing the finest football of his career? And could this emphatic victory prove to be a turning point in the season?

Subscribe to Talking United for more Manchester United news, analysis, previews and post-match reactions.

#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #Mainoo #BrunoFernandes #PremierLeague
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      <pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 18:58:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>John Silk</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/d217c816-a4a4-11f1-9928-0ba5ede7156c/image/fe9ce4974a6240ca3b6c85089b6d4b1e.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Manchester United produced a five-star attacking display to beat Ipswich Town 5-2 in the Premier League.

We react to a brilliant midfield masterclass from Kobbie Mainoo and Bruno Fernandes, assess United’s devastating attacking performance and discuss the defensive concerns that allowed Ipswich to score twice.

Was this Mainoo’s best performance in a United shirt? Is Fernandes playing the finest football of his career? And could this emphatic victory prove to be a turning point in the season?

Subscribe to Talking United for more Manchester United news, analysis, previews and post-match reactions.

#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #Mainoo #BrunoFernandes #PremierLeague
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Manchester United produced a five-star attacking display to beat Ipswich Town 5-2 in the Premier League.</p>
<p>We react to a brilliant midfield masterclass from Kobbie Mainoo and Bruno Fernandes, assess United’s devastating attacking performance and discuss the defensive concerns that allowed Ipswich to score twice.</p>
<p>Was this Mainoo’s best performance in a United shirt? Is Fernandes playing the finest football of his career? And could this emphatic victory prove to be a turning point in the season?</p>
<p>Subscribe to Talking United for more Manchester United news, analysis, previews and post-match reactions.</p>
<p>#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #Mainoo #BrunoFernandes #PremierLeague</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>3735</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Manchester United vs Ipswich Town | Premier League Preview | Changes inevitable after Hull defeat?</title>
      <description>Manchester United host Ipswich Town in the Premier League looking for an immediate response after their disappointing defeat to Hull City.

Are changes now inevitable? We preview the clash, assess the possible starting XI and discuss which players could be dropped or recalled. Can United rediscover their intensity and deliver the reaction supporters expect?

🔴 Team news and predicted line-up
⚽ Key tactical battles
🔄 Possible changes after the Hull defeat
🎯 Score predictions

Let us know your preferred starting XI and match prediction in the comments!

Subscribe for more Manchester United previews, reactions and discussion from Talking United.

#ManchesterUnited #ManUnited #MUFC #IpswichTown #PremierLeague #Football

Michael Carrick press conference quotes before Ipswich clash...

On Harry Amass situation: "We try and do the best for each individual player. We’ve been really pleased with Harry. He’s done really well in pre-season."

Carrick on #MUAcademy defeating Ipswich:

"Really pleased with the boys, their quality and attributes. Really enouraged by that. JJ is one of them, he’s got really big talent, he’s trained with us quite a bit, he’s physically adapting to each step he makes. Just continue his development."

Carrick confirms Amad Diallo and Carlos Baleba will miss game against Ipswich due to injury. Baleba out for "a couple of weeks with a little ankle issue." Hopes Amad will be back before the international break.

Mason Mount is "back around the group, he trained this week, so a real positive."
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      <pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:53:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>John Silk</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/02159d22-a301-11f1-a38f-1ffa14481883/image/f9a550afff9d0e0fbd1ffb4b345f7973.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Manchester United host Ipswich Town in the Premier League looking for an immediate response after their disappointing defeat to Hull City.

Are changes now inevitable? We preview the clash, assess the possible starting XI and discuss which players could be dropped or recalled. Can United rediscover their intensity and deliver the reaction supporters expect?

🔴 Team news and predicted line-up
⚽ Key tactical battles
🔄 Possible changes after the Hull defeat
🎯 Score predictions

Let us know your preferred starting XI and match prediction in the comments!

Subscribe for more Manchester United previews, reactions and discussion from Talking United.

#ManchesterUnited #ManUnited #MUFC #IpswichTown #PremierLeague #Football

Michael Carrick press conference quotes before Ipswich clash...

On Harry Amass situation: "We try and do the best for each individual player. We’ve been really pleased with Harry. He’s done really well in pre-season."

Carrick on #MUAcademy defeating Ipswich:

"Really pleased with the boys, their quality and attributes. Really enouraged by that. JJ is one of them, he’s got really big talent, he’s trained with us quite a bit, he’s physically adapting to each step he makes. Just continue his development."

Carrick confirms Amad Diallo and Carlos Baleba will miss game against Ipswich due to injury. Baleba out for "a couple of weeks with a little ankle issue." Hopes Amad will be back before the international break.

Mason Mount is "back around the group, he trained this week, so a real positive."
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Manchester United host Ipswich Town in the Premier League looking for an immediate response after their disappointing defeat to Hull City.

Are changes now inevitable? We preview the clash, assess the possible starting XI and discuss which players could be dropped or recalled. Can United rediscover their intensity and deliver the reaction supporters expect?

🔴 Team news and predicted line-up
⚽ Key tactical battles
🔄 Possible changes after the Hull defeat
🎯 Score predictions

Let us know your preferred starting XI and match prediction in the comments!

Subscribe for more Manchester United previews, reactions and discussion from Talking United.

#ManchesterUnited #ManUnited #MUFC #IpswichTown #PremierLeague #Football

Michael Carrick press conference quotes before Ipswich clash...

On Harry Amass situation: "We try and do the best for each individual player. We’ve been really pleased with Harry. He’s done really well in pre-season."

Carrick on #MUAcademy defeating Ipswich:

"Really pleased with the boys, their quality and attributes. Really enouraged by that. JJ is one of them, he’s got really big talent, he’s trained with us quite a bit, he’s physically adapting to each step he makes. Just continue his development."

Carrick confirms Amad Diallo and Carlos Baleba will miss game against Ipswich due to injury. Baleba out for "a couple of weeks with a little ankle issue." Hopes Amad will be back before the international break.

Mason Mount is "back around the group, he trained this week, so a real positive."</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Manchester United Champions League draw: Bayern Munich &amp; Atletico Madrid offer stiff test</title>
      <description>Manchester United’s Champions League path has been revealed — and there are some huge European nights ahead.

Bayern Munich and Atlético Madrid provide the stiffest tests, while United will also face AS Roma, Sporting Lisbon, RB Leipzig, Villarreal, Sabah and Como during the league phase.

We break down the draw, assess the toughest fixtures and discuss whether United have what it takes to navigate this demanding route and reach the knockout stages.

Who should Manchester United fear most — and how far can they go in this season’s Champions League?

🔴 Subscribe to Talking United for more Manchester United news, reaction and analysis.

#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #ChampionsLeague #UCL #TalkingUnited
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      <pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:05:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>John Silk</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/4573bf66-a24a-11f1-95c8-ff116fe4a1a2/image/5734387748efac5652a90a3c0c80f1f0.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Manchester United’s Champions League path has been revealed — and there are some huge European nights ahead.

Bayern Munich and Atlético Madrid provide the stiffest tests, while United will also face AS Roma, Sporting Lisbon, RB Leipzig, Villarreal, Sabah and Como during the league phase.

We break down the draw, assess the toughest fixtures and discuss whether United have what it takes to navigate this demanding route and reach the knockout stages.

Who should Manchester United fear most — and how far can they go in this season’s Champions League?

🔴 Subscribe to Talking United for more Manchester United news, reaction and analysis.

#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #ChampionsLeague #UCL #TalkingUnited
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Manchester United’s Champions League path has been revealed — and there are some huge European nights ahead.</p>
<p>Bayern Munich and Atlético Madrid provide the stiffest tests, while United will also face AS Roma, Sporting Lisbon, RB Leipzig, Villarreal, Sabah and Como during the league phase.</p>
<p>We break down the draw, assess the toughest fixtures and discuss whether United have what it takes to navigate this demanding route and reach the knockout stages.</p>
<p>Who should Manchester United fear most — and how far can they go in this season’s Champions League?</p>
<p>🔴 Subscribe to Talking United for more Manchester United news, reaction and analysis.</p>
<p>#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #ChampionsLeague #UCL #TalkingUnited</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>We will never win the Premier League as long as INEOS remain influential at the club - post-match reaction to Manchester United's loss to Hull City</title>
      <description>We will never win the Premier League as long as INEOS remain influential at the club - post-match reaction to Manchester United's loss to Hull City.



Manchester United suffer a damaging 2–0 defeat against Hull City — and the result raises serious questions about the direction of the club.

In this post-match reaction, we analyse another bitterly disappointing performance and ask whether United can realistically challenge for the Premier League while INEOS remain so influential behind the scenes.

Where is the strategy? Who is accountable for the club’s decisions? And how much longer can supporters be expected to accept failure?

Join the debate and let us know whether you still trust INEOS to take Manchester United forward.

#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #INEOS #HullCity #PremierLeague #TalkingUnited
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      <pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 14:08:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>John Silk</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>We will never win the Premier League as long as INEOS remain influential at the club - post-match reaction to Manchester United's loss to Hull City.



Manchester United suffer a damaging 2–0 defeat against Hull City — and the result raises serious questions about the direction of the club.

In this post-match reaction, we analyse another bitterly disappointing performance and ask whether United can realistically challenge for the Premier League while INEOS remain so influential behind the scenes.

Where is the strategy? Who is accountable for the club’s decisions? And how much longer can supporters be expected to accept failure?

Join the debate and let us know whether you still trust INEOS to take Manchester United forward.

#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #INEOS #HullCity #PremierLeague #TalkingUnited
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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<p>Manchester United suffer a damaging 2–0 defeat against Hull City — and the result raises serious questions about the direction of the club.</p>
<p>In this post-match reaction, we analyse another bitterly disappointing performance and ask whether United can realistically challenge for the Premier League while INEOS remain so influential behind the scenes.</p>
<p>Where is the strategy? Who is accountable for the club’s decisions? And how much longer can supporters be expected to accept failure?</p>
<p>Join the debate and let us know whether you still trust INEOS to take Manchester United forward.</p>
<p>#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #INEOS #HullCity #PremierLeague #TalkingUnited</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Manchester United’s new Premier League season is almost here — but is the squad genuinely ready to challenge?</title>
      <description>Manchester United’s new Premier League season is almost here — but is the squad genuinely ready to challenge?

With United closing in on a deal for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, we assess what the Cameroon international could bring to Michael Carrick’s team. Is his athleticism, ball-carrying ability and defensive presence the final piece of the puzzle, or do United still need reinforcements elsewhere?

We also examine an opening run that looks favourable on paper. United begin away to newly promoted Hull City before facing Ipswich Town, Everton and Manchester City. Is this the perfect opportunity to build momentum — or could those supposedly “easy” fixtures prove dangerous?

In this Manchester United season preview:

🔴 Is Baleba the midfielder United have been missing?
🔴 Does the squad still need a left-back or another attacker?
🔴 Can United mount a genuine title challenge?
🔴 Are the opening fixtures really as comfortable as they appear?
🔴 What would represent a successful season for Michael Carrick?

Let us know your predictions in the comments — where will Manchester United finish this season?

Like the video, subscribe to Talking United and turn on notifications for more Manchester United news, analysis and discussion throughout the season.

#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #CarlosBaleba #PremierLeague #ManUtd

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      <pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 01:44:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>John Silk</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Manchester United’s new Premier League season is almost here — but is the squad genuinely ready to challenge?

With United closing in on a deal for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, we assess what the Cameroon international could bring to Michael Carrick’s team. Is his athleticism, ball-carrying ability and defensive presence the final piece of the puzzle, or do United still need reinforcements elsewhere?

We also examine an opening run that looks favourable on paper. United begin away to newly promoted Hull City before facing Ipswich Town, Everton and Manchester City. Is this the perfect opportunity to build momentum — or could those supposedly “easy” fixtures prove dangerous?

In this Manchester United season preview:

🔴 Is Baleba the midfielder United have been missing?
🔴 Does the squad still need a left-back or another attacker?
🔴 Can United mount a genuine title challenge?
🔴 Are the opening fixtures really as comfortable as they appear?
🔴 What would represent a successful season for Michael Carrick?

Let us know your predictions in the comments — where will Manchester United finish this season?

Like the video, subscribe to Talking United and turn on notifications for more Manchester United news, analysis and discussion throughout the season.

#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #CarlosBaleba #PremierLeague #ManUtd

If you use this link to create an account, you will get a $ bonus. Enjoy

Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4579423405998080
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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With United closing in on a deal for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, we assess what the Cameroon international could bring to Michael Carrick’s team. Is his athleticism, ball-carrying ability and defensive presence the final piece of the puzzle, or do United still need reinforcements elsewhere?

We also examine an opening run that looks favourable on paper. United begin away to newly promoted Hull City before facing Ipswich Town, Everton and Manchester City. Is this the perfect opportunity to build momentum — or could those supposedly “easy” fixtures prove dangerous?

In this Manchester United season preview:

🔴 Is Baleba the midfielder United have been missing?
🔴 Does the squad still need a left-back or another attacker?
🔴 Can United mount a genuine title challenge?
🔴 Are the opening fixtures really as comfortable as they appear?
🔴 What would represent a successful season for Michael Carrick?

Let us know your predictions in the comments — where will Manchester United finish this season?

Like the video, subscribe to Talking United and turn on notifications for more Manchester United news, analysis and discussion throughout the season.

#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #CarlosBaleba #PremierLeague #ManUtd

If you use this link to create an account, you will get a $ bonus. Enjoy

Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4579423405998080</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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