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Dale and John travel to Bilbao for the Europa League final as Tottenham Hotspur beat Manchester United 1-0 at the San Mames Stadium. The two lads catch up with several Reds on their travels to get some pre-match thoughts before returning home via Bordeaux and Dublin to reflect on the game. Thanks for your continued support of the Simply Red Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dale is joined by Fitzy to discuss Manchester United reaching the Europa League final against Tottenham. Manchester United overcame a Europa League semi-final against Athletic Club to qualify for the Europa League, just a few days before losing their 17th league game of the season, 2-0 against West Ham. The lads also discuss their routes to Bilbao for May 21. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 236 - Positives, Negatives, Bilbao and Bye Bye Bruno? Brian and John are joined by Richard Martin of Goal to discuss the phenomenal performance away to Athletic Club andthe lacklustre loss away to Brentford. Bilbao is the topic on everyone lips as a second leg awaits to earn a return to Bilbao for the final and rumours are rife that Bruno Fernandes could be leaving! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian, Dale and Fitzy are back as a trio to preview Manchester United's trip to Athletic Club in the Europa League semi-finals. Fresh off the back of drawing 1-1 against Bournemouth, United are looking to draw blood first in Bilbao on Thursday night. A lot is at stake. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dale and Fitzy are back to review two games - 5-4 win over Lyon and the 1-0 defeat against Wolves. Manchester United's focus is on the Europa League and it's not different for the Simply Red Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian, Dale and Fitzy review the last two games against Nottingham Forest and Manchester City. Anthony Elanga came back to haunt the Reds before a boring Manchester derby took place at Old Trafford. There's a lot of pressure on Alejandro Garnacho but is it time to sell the talented youngster? That and more on episode 233 of the Simply Red Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week marks the 70th anniversary of Duncan Edwards making his England debut at the age of 18 years and 183 days. To celebrate, Manchester United author and historian Roy Cavanagh MBE joins Dale O'Donnell to chat about the powerhouse who made an impression on his debut against Scotland. Sit back and enjoy a lesson on Duncan Edwards with a respected author. Thanks for your continued support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian and Dale welcome The 1958 and FC United of Manchester to the Simply Red Podcast to preview a first-of-its-kind protest this weekend. George Baker shares insight into some of the incredible stories that connect Manchester United and FCUM. Chris Haymes reveals plans The 1958 have for United moving forward as well as the United United protest at Broadhurst Park. We hope you enjoy this podcast as much as we did recording it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian sits down with Andy Green, Director of Finance at MUST, a respected football financial analyst over many years, to take an in-depth look at the current state of affairs financially at the club, in detail, how it got to this situation and what the future holds both on and off the pitch as a result. An incredibly interesting deep dive into the murky waters of Glazer ownership, INEOS buy-in and the knock-on effects of both. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian and Dale welcome author Simon Llyod back to the Simply Red Podcast. Manchester United recorded back-to-back wins since we last recorded, beating Real Sociedad 4-1 at Old Trafford before putting three past Leicester City the following weekend. Andre Onana kept United's first clean sheet in 10 matches against Leicester City. Against weak opposition, United gained momentum as they look to finish the season strongly in Europe. The lads react to the latest stadium announcement as well as Sir Jim Ratcliffe's PR overdrive, selecting his favourite within the media, including Old Trafford Task Force member Gary Neville. On top of that, we discuss the latest around ticketing at Manchester United, including a 5% increase for season ticket holders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian and John sit down to discuss the protest before United drew with Arsenal, Sociedad coming up in the Europa League and the lads react to a really intriguing interview by Sir Jim Ratcliffe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

227: The 1958 Brian & Dale sit down for a first time discussion with fan group The 1958. Hear about how they began, how they evolved into what they are today and what their future plans are, including this Sundays protest at Arsenal and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian, Dale and Fitzy review Manchester United's games against Everton and Ipswich Town in the Premier League. Alejandro Garnacho's behaviour on social media is questioned again, while Bruno Fernandes is subjected to Roy Keane criticism. That and more on the latest episode of the Simply Red Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Murphy catches up with well known red Jonathan Shrager to discuss the humilating defeat to Spurs, what exactly is going wrong at the club, a look ahead to Everton and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MUST CEO Duncan Drasdo joins Brian Murphy to discuss the issues at Manchester United since INEOS took over, resulting in the issuing of an Open Letter amid calls for ticket price freeze, the financial issues the club has to deal with & MUST's relationship with The 1958 & TRA, and more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian is in Lisbon to record a special episode with Sporting and Benfica fans to find out more about Ruben Amorim. Thank you for your continued support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dale was in Bucharest to watch Manchester United secure a place in the Europa League last 16. He is then joined by Brian and Fitzy to reflect on the trip as well as Manchester United losing 2-0 against Crystal Palace on Sunday. That and more from the three amigos on episode 223 of the Simply Red Podcast. Thanks again for your continued support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian and Dale are joined by Matt in Fitzy's absence to reflect on two very mixed results for Manchester United. United beat Southampton 3-1 before losing to Brighton with the same scoreline. It raises more questions than answers, which appears to be a trend with Manchester United in recent years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dale, Brian and Fitzy review Manchester United's win over Arsenal in the FA Cup third round. The Reds will face Leicester City in the fourth round after a penalty shootout win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The lads are back after a busy festive period. Brian is taking the role as host as he leads the conversation with Dale and John. They assess Amorim's start to life at Manchester United following the 2-2 draw against Liverpool at Anfield. There is more doubts over Marcus Rashford future and one silly Liverpool fan found out they are not allowed to take United fans into the Liverpool end at Anfield. That and more on the latest Simply Red Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian, Dale and John are buzzing after the 2-1 win over Manchester City. There are further doubts surrounding Marcus Rashford's future and United have a chance to qualify for the Carabao Cup semi-finals. Thanks again for your listener questions!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dale, Brian and John are back with the show rebranded as Simply Red Podcast. There was a lot to get through after a lack of episodes in recent weeks. From Ruben Amorim's arrival to Dan Ashworth's sacking, there has been no shortage of talking points at Manchester United. We discuss that and more on the latest episode of Simply Red Podcast. Thank you, as ever, for the listener questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dale, Brian and Fitzy talk you through their review of Manchester United's 1-1 draw with Chelsea. Ruud van Nistelrooy is currently interim manager, but how long will he last at Manchester United after Ruben Amorim's appointment as head coach? INEOS have destroyed European away days. Can United restore faith in Europe this week? That and more on episode 217 of the Strettycast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dale and Brian discuss Erik ten Hag's sacking, the positive aspects of his reign, the negative aspects, and where it all went wrong. The imminent appointment of Ruben Amorim has the lads thinking about what this could mean for the future of Manchester United under INEOS. The latest setback for Luke Shaw may be the final nail in the coffin, with a new manager coming through the door unlikely to have much patience with a left-back who is rarely fit. That and more on episode 216. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian and John sit down to discuss the long-awaited win against Brentford, the front three potential, the upcoming game against Jose Mourinho's Fenerbache and the decision that INEOS have taken around the European away collection system, plus your questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian & John are joined by the brilliant Si Lloyd, Author of “United With Dad” as they discuss the journey Si and his Dad were on since his early years, right until the end. Sir Alex was relieved of his paid ambassadorial position; the group talk about INEOS's performance to date and for the future. A familiar story on the field with a defensive crisis for Ten Hag, and of course, your questions were answered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are joined by special guest Joseph Tedesco from MUSC Malta for episode 213 of the Strettycast as Brian takes the role of host. Hear about the oldest Manchester United supporters club that exists, how it was formed and about the connections Joseph has made down the years. In the second segment of the Strettycast, Dale and John pitch in to review the scoreless draw at Villa Park and the so-called 'decisive' meeting that took place between United executives on Tuesday in London. Ten Hag's decision to drop Matthijs de Ligt and Lisandro Martinez raised eyebrows, but the lads try to offer some perspective from the draw and what it means for the under-fire manager. There's a lot of praise for Jonny Evans, too. Thank you for your continued support. It helps us create more podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're afraid it's another negative result to reflect on. The grey cloud still hangs over Erik ten Hag's head, and there is talk of him being sacked following the 3-0 defeat to Tottenham. With two big games on the horizon, is Ten Hag's reign coming to an end? That and more on episode 212. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dale, Brian and John review two consecutive draws against Crystal Palace and FC Twente. Erik ten Hag decided to leave out Marcus Rashford of the starting line-up for Manchester United's scoreless draw at Selhurst Park. The decision led to confusion amongst fans, unsure of why Ten Hag would want to take Rashford out of the team at a time of scoring? Why won't people believe the manager when he says he wants to rotate? Things got worse on Wednesday night when United drew 1-1 with FC Twente in their Europa League opener at Old Trafford. The pressure has since risen for Ten Hag and more is likely to follow, especially if results don't pick up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Strettycast episode 210 - 2-10 (two games, 10 goals). Dale, Brian and John get together to analyse Manchester United's last two matches: Southampton 3-0 and Barnsley 7-0. The Reds scored 10 goals and kept two clean sheets. Marcus Rashford is back amongst the scorers and Alejandro Garnacho is demanding a place in the starting line-up. Manuel Ugarte likes a tackle, Christian Eriksen is having an impact and there are already questions about Joshua Zirkzee's role in the team. That and more on the latest episode of the Strettycast. Thanks for your continued support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Picking up from the Casemiro fallout after losing to Liverpool, the podcast trio returns to look into the future after sitting through another dull international break. Marcus Rashford has been busy with private training sessions. Are these positive signs or just more PR? A round-up from the international break including Joshua Zirkzee's first start for the Netherlands, scoring and assisting a goal against Bosnia. Furthermore, is Manuel Ugarte ready to make his Manchester United debut? That and more on the latest episode of the Strettycast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An attempt to dissect the sh*tshow that we watched the weekend, don't bother listening to it... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Strettycast is joined by excellent Andy Mitten for a special episode. We talk about Andy's new book Bring on United, where he dedicates a chapter to eleven players who played for United in the naughties, just like he did with players from the 70s, 80s and 90s in previous book releases. Andy shares insight into how journalism is changing while managing a successful Manchester United fanzine in a challenging time for print publications. Hear more about Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's time at United and how the heavy the media went in on Ten Hag last season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The new Premier League season is underway and Joshua Zirkzee got his Manchester United career off to a flying start with a goal on his home debut. A goal that proved to be decisive as the Reds secured three points against Fulham.   After the game, Brian and Fitzy reflect on the win and performance of Erik ten Hag's team.   The lads stood in the new atmosphere section in the Stretford End which has replaced the executive area. No more prawn sandwiches in there!   Sit back and enjoy the latest podcast. We've got a big one lined up for you next week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Murphy makes his Manchester United debut, featuring in a side consisting of Jaap Stam, Brian McClair, Paul Parker and other club legends. Your favourite Manchester United podcast co-host was given the honour of representing a Manchester United Legends XI. Hear from Noel Kelly, Tadgh and Derry Fleming and the star of the show Jaap Stam on a special episode of the Strettycast. Big shout out to the lads in Ballyfermot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dale and Brian dig deeper into the pre-season action. From Manchester United's 2-0 win over Rangers to Erik ten Hag's 29-man squad travelling to the United States, we've got it covered on the latest instalment of the Strettycast. Leny Yoro is a Red and Casemiro is likely to remain at the club, despite being linked with a move to the Saudi Pro League. Dale asks Brian if he'd sacrifice Scott McTominay if it meant signing a new midfielder to address our problems in front of the defence... The lads also answer your questions. Thank you for your continued support of the Strettycast. It's appreciated! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dale and Brian are joined by Shaun from Theatre of Red to discuss Manchester United's transfer approach this summer. Ineos plan to make more changes at the club and we will likely see a new approach to transfers and identifying targets. The lads feel strongly about buying players of the right profile and they are not necessarily ready-made stars. Perhaps United need to step away from targeting marque signings to focus on talent determined to be successful. It helps that Dan Ashworth has finally arrived as sporting director. Meanwhile, Matthijs de Ligt has been heavily linked with a move to Manchester United and Fulham lead the race to sign Scott McTominay. We also look at the prospect of Manchester United selling the naming rights to Old Trafford. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jay Motty from Stretford Paddock joins Dale and Brian for the first episode of the summer. Motty has been a friend of Stretty News from back when we started in 2010. It was great to catch up with him, hear how things are getting on at Stretford Paddock and get his thoughts on all things Manchester United. It was our first recording since the news broke that Erik ten Hag will remain as United manager. For now anyway... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dale and Brian get together to reflect on an incredible performance in the 2-1 FA Cup final win over Man City. Where was that tactical masterclass all season? Could it be that the injury line is more than an excuse? Does the FA Cup triumph save Erik ten Hag? These are all questions Manchester United fans are asking themselves this week. Episode 201 includes discussion and analysis from the game and our feelings on United's end-of-season review. Thank you for your continued support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

So, here it is, the FA Cup final preview with Dale and Brian. It's been a disappointing season as Manchester United finish eighth in the Premier League and fail in Europe. Somehow we've a chance to salvage something with an FA Cup final against Man City on Saturday. Dale and Brian discuss Manchester United documentaries following the release of '99' on Amazon Prime. Feelings are shared ahead of a mammoth task at Wembley. Moreover, this week's listener question pose further questions ahead of the final. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of the Strettycast we analyse the 1-0 defeat to Arsenal, plus Barmy Article editor Andy Slator joins us to talk about the women's team winning the FA Cup over the weekend. Title-chasing Arsenal edged past United at Old Trafford on Sunday as Erik ten Hag's side fell to their 14th league defeat of the season. There is a growing acceptance that United have not got the players to compete in these fixtures, but that doesn't make the 4-0 defeat against Crystal Palace any better. Casemiro is attracting more criticism with every game he plays at centre-back. It's only getting worse but his days at Old Trafford are numbered. Sir Jim Ratcliffe was at Old Trafford for the game to carry out a matchday survey. This somehow led to criticism for the co-owner, who had plenty to say to an Old Trafford employee ahead of the game. He would not have been impressed to see the roof leaking again.  David Moyes or Marc Skinner Although the women's team made history by winning the club's first-ever major trophy, Marc Skinner isn't very popular among fans after performances dropped from a cliff after an impressive 2022/23 campaign. The jury appears to be out on Skinner even after winning the FA Cup final. We also discuss the revisionism about former manager Casey Stoney. Slator also spoke to us about a memorable day out at Wembley with United beating Tottenham 4-0. Avram Glazer was in attendance, but not Sir Jim Ratcliffe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian is joined by Stretty News royalty, Jonathan Shrager as they sit back with a few cans to take a deep breath and try to make sense of the latest at a United From the Burnley capitulation to a potential banana skin Selhurst Park poses, the on-pitch issues are plentiful as are the injuries. The off-field is even more intriguing with a squad being put up for sale and Bruno not too quick to close the door shut on a potential exit Sit back, relax and have a listen to the latest offering from the StrettyCast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dale and Brian review a chaotic FA Cup semi-final at Wembley which went to penalties before Manchester United got back to winning ways in the Premier League. You would be mistaken if you thought these results would bring positivity to United because the media has been too busy tearing strips out of Erik ten Hag. The lads have their say on that and more. We also dedicate some time discussing the latest Fans Forum meeting, as well as our listener questions. Thank you for the continued support this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dale and Brian dwell on Manchester United's 2-2 draw at Bournemouth, the added drama that came from social media after the game and dressing room bickering. United were lucky to escape with a point from the Vitality Stadium on Sunday and the result means our Champions League hopes are barely hanging by a thread. That result only puts more pressure on Erik ten Hag, so the lads question whether the writing is on the wall for United's manager. The lads also look forward to a trip to Wembley this weekend where United take on Coventry City in the FA Cup semi-final. Dale and Brian would like to thank our listeners for their continued support plus the questions submitted for each episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Manchester United dented Liverpool's title hopes as Bruno Fernandes and Kobbie Mainoo scored two wonderful goals in Sunday's 2-2 draw at Old Trafford. After a devastating result at Stamford Bridge on Thursday night, Dale was in Manchester to catch the action with some familiar Strettycast voices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dale and Brian are joined by fellow Stretty News writers Matt and Fabiola for a chat about all things Manchester United during the international break. That, of course, means a discussion around the timely Gareth Southgate links. Try not to shudder as we look at the prospect of Waistcoat landing the biggest job in football. The international break brought more (deserved) hype to Kobbie Mainoo, but hear why we're concerned about the English media. It shouldn't come as a surprise. Furthermore, Fabiola gives us some insight into the academy. Sit back, relax and get yourself comfy, it's episode 194. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amad Diallo sends Old Trafford into a 120th-minute frenzy as Manchester United dispatch Liverpool en route to an FA Cup semi-final at Wembley. Shaun Connolly, Dale O'Donnell and Brian Murphy run through the 4-3 win over Liverpool in the FA Cup that will go down as one of the best cup ties of all time. Several players stood up to the plate to warrant a result that gets the lads talking about Erik ten Hag's job security. Surely, now the objective to win the FA Cup becomes more achievable after a favourable semi-final draw against Coventry City, who knocked out Wolves on Saturday. The semi-final will take place on April 20, although no kick-off time has been announced yet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two penalties were enough to seal three points against Everton, as Manchester United made it three wins from five in the Premier League. We're digesting the performance, looking ahead to Liverpool in the FA Cup, a nonsensical fancam outburst and your questions on episode 192 the Strettycast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shaun, Dale and Brian digest events at the Etihad, the frustrations of Marcus Rashford Rashford, an FA Cup quarter-final with Liverpool and, of course, your questions. The sheer thrill of Marcus Rashford's stunning opener after 8 minutes led us to believe we were on the cusp of a magnificent victory away at City, but the Reds couldn't keep their rivals out in the second half and we ultimately proved to be second best as many expected. We discuss the performance as well as Erik ten Hag's gameplan and the many wild reacts that followed on from the 3-1 defeat. Some players, such as Casemiro and Jonny Evans, were unable to sustain a 90-minute performance against a team of City's quality. There's also a few who are simply not good enough. United did not have the quality on the pitch, or squad depth, to make Pep Guardiola's side as we slipped 11 points adrift of fourth-place Aston Villa. That and more on episode 191 of the Strettycast – available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or most alternative podcast apps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Murphy and Dale O'Donnell are joined by Jonny Escott after a weekend which saw Manchester United's unbeaten run come crashing to an end, after a buoyant Fulham side put Erik Ten Hag's men to the sword. The upbeat morale since the turn of the year has taken a drastic hit amongst reds, Ten Hag has returned to the in, out, shake it all about managerial merry go round once more and question marks are being raised around many of the first team squad and if they are to be kept at the club past the summer transfer window. A defeat the weekend saw our top 4 chase come to a dramatic halt, or has it? And the never ending injury list at United continues to do damage.  We discuss this and much more on episode 190 of the Strettycast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Henry Winter, chief football writer at The Times, joins the Strettycast to discuss a range of topics surrounding Sir Jim Ratcliffe's purchase of 27.7% of Manchester United. The deal will enable Ineos Sports group to take control of football operations at the club as Sir Jim Ratcliffe becomes co-owner. Winter offers incredible insight throughout from his dealings with Dan Ashworth to Erik ten Hag. How he got the infamous hairdryer treatment from Sir Alex Ferguson and why he despises the Glazers. Shaun, Dale and Brian also take a look at this weekend's Premier League clash against Fulham. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices