Tactics Show #28 | Ed and Dharnish discuss United's defeat to Newcastle, their reaction to the fan meltdown, and contextualise it within the season's most critical fixtures. They extensively analyse the United's tactical and personnel issues, particularly focusing on the left-back position, midfield struggles, and goalkeeping performances. The podcast then shifts to discuss the upcoming match against Lyon, where they evaluate player performances, tactical setups, and the improvements needed. They also touch upon the team's injury woes, especially regarding players like Luke Shaw and Mason Mount, and the potential summer transfers required to bolster the squad.
00:00 Introduction
01:27 Analysing the Newcastle Defeat
04:22 Contextualizing the Season's Performance
06:00 Previewing the Lyon Match
10:46 Key Players and Tactical Insights
15:31 United's Tactical Transformation
16:09 Personnel Challenges
17:01 Buildup Play
19:58 Young Talent
25:50 Summer Plans
27:52 Reflections
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35:03
Crocked
#807 | United were thrashed at Newcastle and the second half performance was just about as bad as it gets. Low bar, but you know where we're coming from! Squeezed between two important fixtures, late in the season, there was an expectation of defeat against a team chasing a place in next season's Champions League ... but it really shouldn't have been this shambolic. Ed and Wayne review defeat in the North East, worry about Josh Zirkzee's injury and then look ahead to Lyon at Old Trafford on Thursday.
00:00 Introduction
00:58 Discussion on Women's Team Performance
03:04 Defeat to Newcastle
03:43 Team Strategy
07:43 Defensive Errors
13:00 Squad Changes
37:23 Defensive Mistakes
37:50 Systemic Issues
41:02 Player Accountability
42:21 Striker Dilemmas
49:32 Financial Implications
51:44 Upcoming Match Against Lyon
01:02:05 Concluding Thoughts
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1:09:49
A Mounting Opportunity?
Daily Show #90 | Ed and Dominic look at the ups and downs of Mason Mount's career at Manchester United. They discuss the disappointing statistics, frequent injuries, and the underwhelming performances that have frustrated fans and raised questions about his value for money. Despite these setbacks, they explore why Mount remains a favorite among coaches, highlighting his work rate, pressing ability, and potential fit within the team's tactical system. The conversation also touches on future transfer strategies, the need for key signings, and the challenges United faces in reshaping the squad.
00:00 Introduction
00:43 Discussing Mason Mount's Performance
02:06 Challenges and Injuries
02:45 Comparing Mount with Other Players
05:28 Team Strategy
08:34 Mount and the Transfer Market
24:29 Data Analytics
30:01 Conclusion
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35:24
The Gods of Narrative
#806 | Ed and Tom analyse United's match against Lyon in France. Emotions are high as they discuss the disappointing performance of Andre Onana, who has been at fault for numerous goals this season. The analysis covers the whole team's shortcomings, including issues in attack and defense, the pressures on young players like Garnacho and Hojlund. Yet, United left France with a draw and should complete the job next week. Finally, there's a look ahead to the game against Newcastle on Sunday.
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Run of Show
00:00 Introduction and Initial Reactions
01:00 Andre Onana's Controversial Performance
06:48 Analyzing United's Attacking Struggles
07:51 Garnacho and Hoyland: Young Talents Under Scrutiny
16:54 Defensive Concerns and Pressing Issues
24:43 Europa League Hopes and Future Prospects
31:14 Player Analysis: Liam Dela
32:41 The Search for a Proven Striker
35:18 Defensive Concerns and Team Dynamics
38:20 Financial Implications of Winning
43:42 Newcastle Match Preview
49:47 Ownership and Geopolitics in Football
57:49 Podcast Plug and Conclusion
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1:03:34
The Tactics Show: Is Amorim's Strategy Finally Working?
Tactics Show #27 | Ed, Dharnish, and Daniel look back at United's nil-nil draw with City, discussing United's evolving attacking patterns and Casimiro's role in the game. The discussion explores the tactical details of how United's defensive strategies have improved, while considering the challenges they face in the upcoming match against Lyon. They touch on the necessity for better decision-making among United's attackers and debate the impact of specific players on the team's overall performance. The discussion is rounded off with a look ahead to the European clash with Lyon.
00:00 Introduction
00:51 Match Analysis: United vs City
08:31 Player Performance: Casimiro's Role
10:59 Defensive Strategies and Passing Dynamics
16:16 Rasmus Hojlund's Limited Impact
16:59 Tactical Adjustments and Wingback Performance
19:15 Previewing the Match Against Leon
19:44 Paolo Fonseca's Coaching Style
20:52 Key Players and Strategy
22:04 Defensive Improvements Under Amorim
25:06 Travel Plans and European Football Nostalgia
28:52 Final Thoughts
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About No Question About That - a Manchester United podcast
No Question About That is the original independent fan-published podcast covering Manchester United. Hosted by Ed, with contributions from Dan, Tom, Wayne, Dharnish, Adam, Dominic and Isabel. NQAT covers the latest games, news, business, politics and fan culture at the world’s best supported club. There are two main shows each week, with shorter content throughout the week, including the The Tactics Show. For backers on Patreon and Apple Podcasts we produce NQAT Extra weekly.
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