Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
Episodes
Hojlund/Garnacho deliver 'comfortable' home win; fingers crossed for Martinez
04 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Recorded post-match at Old Trafford: Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, and Carl Anka are revelling in the slightly unfamiliar feeling of a comfortable win at h...
Rashford back with a bang, but Kobbie steals the show
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ian, Carl, Andy, and Laurie expected to be talking about Marcus Rashford, hoped to be talking about a Manchester United win, but had no clue about the...
Rashford absent as United ease past Newport
28 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It wasn't all about Marcus Rashford this weekend, but his absence (through 'illness') did provide a medium sized distraction as Erik Ten Hag prepared ...
Anthony Martial: Is this Goodbye?
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We've got a full complement again as we dip briefly back into the Omar Berrada hire with The Athletic publishing fresh details on how the club got the...
Omar Berrada appointed new CEO
21 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ian, Carl, Laurie & Andy discuss the huge story broken exclusively by The Athletic’s David Ornstein that Omar Berrada will move from Manchester...
How FFP rules impact United's recruitment
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A bit of finances special by taking a dive in to United’s latest financial results and making sense of what it means for the club on and off the pit...
Spurs draw reaction and meeting Sir Jim
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ian, Carl, Laurie & Andy breakdown United's two-two draw against Spurs at Old Trafford - was the performance a worry or should it be seen as a goo...
What can David Brailsford do for United?
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Coming up today Ian, Laurie & Andy take a deep dive into one of the most significant characters at INEOS - Sir Dave Brailsford. The Athletic's Mat...
"Speaking of Pies!": INEOS team watch uninspiring routine win at Wigan
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Erik Ten Hag picked the strongest Manchester United team available at Wigan in the FA Cup 3rd round and the result was never in doubt, but it still le...
Sancho, transfers & Ratcliffe gets started
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ian, Carl, Andy & Laurie are back to look back on another eventful few weeks at United.Coming up, what if any business United might do during thi...
Investment FINALLY confirmed & Villa comeback
27 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian, Carl, Laurie & Andy give their reaction to the news that Manchester United finally confirming that billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe has agreed t...
The End of the Year Show: Roll on 2024, ASAP!
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving is on great form, unlike last time, and the whole team are feeling pretty upbeat about Manchester United's prospects going into the new yea...
A creditable draw at Anfield... but how to capitalise?
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving and Andy Mitten are feeling a little tender this Monday morning. Fortunately, it's not because of another chastening defeat at Anfield!Laur...
Finished off by Bayern, Anfield awaits
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andy, Ian, Laurie and Carl get together inside Old Trafford to reflect on another defeat, this time going out of the Champions League with a flat perf...
United picked off by The Cherries
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Just when you think United have turned a corner, you realise they have been down this dark road before..Ian, Andy, Laurie & Carl pick the bones ou...
Ten Hag's big calls see off Pochettino
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian, Laurie, Carl & Andy reflect on a positive night at Old Trafford where Erik ten Hag once again made a big call & got a big performance as...
Anger after another disastrous road-trip
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's a full house on the podcast as we dissect another awful performance away from home at a top-half Premier League side. A 1-0 defeat in Newcastle d...
Onana sends United under but it's not over
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian, Laurie & Carl are joined by Andy from Istanbul to review another Champions League performance from United that felt like a recurring nightmar...
Garnacho Golazo sinks Everton
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian, Andy, Carl & Laurie pour over a hugely satisfying win for Manchester United topped off by one of the greatest goals they have ever scored cou...
Glacial Glazers, Everton bear pit, Laurie returns!
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
United have not played since the last pod but Ian, Andy, Carl & LAURIE still have lots to talk about..You'll get the latest on the takeover which ...
The Good, the Bad, the Ten Hag Q&A
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Victor Lindelof succeeded where the attackers struggled and provided a winner against Luton. Relief was the most obvious response but, wait, what's th...
European qualification hanging by a thread
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving chairs the inquest with Carl Anka and Andy Mitten after Manchester United lost 4-3 at Copenhagen in the Champions League, a defeat which se...
Bruno & Maguire dig out win at Fulham
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian, Carl & Andy look back on United getting a much-needed with at Fulham despite another uninspiring performance...As well as Bruno stepping up t...
Beaten again: What should Ten Hag do next?
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian, Carl & Andy have yet another home defeat to digest as United are knocked out of the EFL Cup by Newcastle.Bringing you reflection on the same ...
Derby Reaction: United outclassed
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian, Andy & Carl reflect on a terrible day for United as they are comprehensively beaten by City.Why can't Erik ten Hag get his players to the way...
Maguire & Onana deliver vital win but derby day needs dramatic improvement
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today's podcast will be in three parts, with increasing numbers of people. In order of appearance, Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, Laurie Whitwell, AND FINAL...
In Memoriam: Sir Bobby Charlton
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving is joined by Andy Mitten and Laurie Whitwell as we share memories of the life of Sir Bobby Charlton, who died this week aged 86. A truly ic...
What might Ratcliffe proposal mean for Glazer ownership?
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
So a brave new era or another false dawn ? Ian, Laurie & Andy bring you what they know about the boardroom meeting and proposed deal from Sir Ji...
McTominay heroics but Casemiro a concern
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian, Laurie & Andy gather post match inside Old Trafford for instant reaction to Scott McTominay's two injury time goals that saw United secure a ...
Superb Hojlund immune to Old Trafford kryptonite
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian, Carl, Laurie & Andy come to you from the rooftop of Hotel Football overlooking Old Trafford the scene of United’s latest defeat that will...
Palace loss, injury crisis, Galatasaray preview
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian, Andy & Laurie get together to share their thoughts from witnessing another defeat for United at Old Trafford.Why can't United score goals or ...
Amrabat analysed & who should start against Palace?
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Carl & Andy look back on that win against Palace this week that means yet another home tie awaiting United in the next round of the league cup...
Bruno stunner beats Burnley & inside Hojlund deal
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian, Carl, Andy & Laurie FINALLY have a win to talk about as United see it through against Burnley with that brilliant Bruno volley..Plus they dis...
Bayern defeat reaction & Solskjaer exclusive
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian, Andy & Laurie reflect on a very strange night that ultimately led to disappointment to discuss United’s 4-3 defeat at the hands of Bayern M...
Brighton rock United, roll on Bayern
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian, Laurie, Andy & Carl pick the bones out of a terrible 3-1 defeat for United at Old Trafford and also look ahead to Bayern on Wednesday..What o...
Sancho banished after refusing to apologise
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian, Carl, Andy & Laurie discuss the news that Jadon Sancho has been banished from the first team after refusing to apologise to Erik ten Hag abo...
Sancho future & Arsenal reflections
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian, Laurie, Andy & Carl reflect on that harrowing defeat at Arsenal last weekend.They also discuss the future of Jadon Sancho after being dropped...
Transfer Deadline, Champions League Draw, and Arsenal AWAY!
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving hosts The Athletic's podcast dedicated to Manchester United with Andy Mitten and Carl Anka joining him and Laurie Whitwell providing a last...
Forest comeback, protests, Antony enigma & transfers
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Laurie & Andy look back look back on United coming back from two goals down to beat Forest - a good result or papering over the cracks? And is...
Casemiro & United: why the slow start?
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Packed pod with a full house with Andy, Carl, Laurie and Ian.After the Spurs defeat and a wonky win against Wolves..Is United’s start to the season ...
Greenwood to leave Man United
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving, Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell & Andy Mitten discuss the news that United have abandoned their plan to bring back Mason Greenwood to the f...
Pre-Spurs cocktails & farewell Fred
18 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving, Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell & Andy Mitten meet up in Manchester to reflect on the sticky win against Wolves and look ahead to Spurs awa...
Mason Greenwood: a discussion on the investigation & planned return
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving, Carl Anka, Andy Mitten & Laurie Whitwell discuss the news broke on the Athletic that Manchester United’s chief executive, Richard Ar...
Wolves Reaction: a wonky three points
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving, Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell & Andy Mitten record instant reaction from Old Trafford where United somehow came away with three points ag...
New season hopes & who will replace Maguire?
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian, Carl, Laurie & Andy answer listeners' questions across a range of topics ahead of the start of the season - but mainly transfers!They reflect...
Bids for Maguire & McTominay plus Dublin frustrations
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving, Laurie Whitwell, Carl Anka & Andy Mitten take a look at possible outgoings from Old Trafford - stick around till end of pod for some d...
Onana & Mount: pre-season performances analysed
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving grills Laurie Whitwell & Andy Mitten on what they noticed first hand by watching new signings Mason Mount & Andre Onana on the U...
US tour tales, Hojlund latest & Ten Hag's targets
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Talk of the Devils is back for the 2023/24 season as Ian Irving is joined by Carl Anka - and belatedly Laurie Whitwell from Las Vegas!As United's pre-...
Rooney on Rashford & transfer updates
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving is joined by Carl Anka - fresh from Oslo & Laurie Whitwell who is following United on tour in the USA.Plenty to discuss including reac...
Introducing: Talk of the Devils
08 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Talk of the Devils is your twice-weekly dedicated Manchester United podcast from The Athletic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...
Onana chase, De Gea future, striker search
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving is joined by Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell & Andy Mitten to discuss the latest transfer news coming out of Manchester United, including wh...
Reflections on FA Cup Final & 2022/23 Season
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving looks back over Manchester United's 2022/23 season with Andy Mitten and Laurie Whitwell, but sadly not Carl Anka.Andy and Laurie were at We...
Treble Prevention Order: FA Cup Final Preview
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving is joined by Andy Mitten and Laurence James Whitwell to preview the final match of the season, the first ever FA Cup Final Manchester Derby...
End of (League) Season Report and Q&A
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving is joined by Andrew Mitten and Laurence Whitwell to look back over the final game of the Premier League season, a 2-1 home win over Fulham,...
Instant Chelsea Reaction: Champions League Assured
26 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Mitten calls in from Barcelona to Old Trafford where Ian Irving and Carl Anka have just watched Manchester United beat Chelsea 4-1 to qualify for...
Beautiful Bournemouth, Lovely Leigh: Heading for the Champions League
22 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving hosts a very Champions League-y edition of the show with a full podcast team at his disposal.The South Coast was as kind to Manchester Unit...
Live Show Scouting Session & Sam Billings
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Mitten looks on from Barcelona this week as Ian Irving, Carl Anka, and Laurie Whitwell scout out New Century. That's one of the venues for our li...
The Garnacho Dilemma & Wembley Disappointment
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Mitten and Laurie Whitwell join Ian Irving to discuss the latest goings on at Manchester United with Carl Anka reporting from the Womens' FA Cup ...
Ole Talks, Email Inbox, Women's FA Cup Final, & Wolves
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving is live from Nottingham's jazziest coffee joint with Carl Anka, Andy Mitten, and Laurie Whitwell fielding YOUR EMAILS!Yes, we've got an ema...
Champions League Chasing: De Gea Clanger Dents Hopes
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, and Laurie Whitwell have got the hump with Manchester United's away form. David De Gea's rick at the London Stadium made the ...
Nightmare Away Form Continues at Brighton
05 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brighton's last-gasp penalty means Manchester United will almost certainly finish the Premier League season with just one point from all their away ga...
Bruno & Turner Down Villans & Old Trafford Protests
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving is joined by Laurie Whitwell and Dan Sheldon post-match at Old Trafford, before a later date with Laurie, again, and Andy Mitten.On the age...
A Point at Spurs, OK? & Mary Earps Exclusive
28 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving holds court as Andy Mitten and Laurie Whitwell negotiate the post-match obstacles of Tottenham with Carl Anka chuckling on from Manchester....
Lindelof Sets Up All-Manchester FA Cup Final
24 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logistics very nearly got the better of us but despite a dash to Euston after the penalties we do have a Wembley podcast for you with instant reaction...
Europa League Horror Show: United Crash Out in Seville
21 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, and Laurie Whitwell report on a disastrous night for Manchester United after they were dumped out of the UEFA Europa League i...
Antony Delivers and Women Reach First FA Cup Final
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's a busy, busy Monday as Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, and Laurie Whitwell review a good win for the men at Forest, a ground-breaking victory for the wo...
Two Own Goals as MUFC Squander Sevilla Lead
14 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving hosts a slightly shell-shocked Europa League debrief with Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell, and Andy Mitten.Manchester United were 2-0 up after t...
Rashford Injury Unclear as Struggling Sevilla Head to Old Trafford
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We're four-handed all week with Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, Laurie Whitwell, and Carl Anka meeting online this Monday before getting together at Old Traf...
Wout Out, But Rashford Seals a Welcome Win
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving, Laurie Whitwell, and Andy Mitten were relieved to see Manchester United win in the Premier League for the first time since February; who e...
Top 4 Place In Peril After Newcastle Nightmare
03 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Manchester United's away form continues to plumb new depths. Join Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, and Laurie Whitwell for the latest tale of woe, this time f...
Would You Sell Scott McTominay? Contract Discussions & April Preview
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A full complement again as Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, Carl Anka, and Laurie Whitwell preview Manchester United's hectic April schedule, one they'll star...
WSL Title Race, Men's Internationals, & Your Questions (Pt 2)
27 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's a full house as Carl Anka, Andy Mitten, and Laurie Whitwell join Ian Irving for our second week of the international break.Roughly 28,000 were at...
Takeover 'Soap Opera Twist' & Your Questions (Pt 1)
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving brings you the latest on Manchester United's takeover talks with Andy Mitten and Laurie Whitwell, and while there was a bit of drama it fel...
Man Utd Take Full Advantage as Fulham Blow a Gasket
20 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A 3-1 home win in the FA Cup against Fulham sounds like comfortable Sunday afternoon viewing for Manchester United fans. You probably already know tha...
Safely Through in Seville: Bring On Fulham
17 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving tries to rein in a very chipper Andy Mitten and Laurie Whitwell with the pair in boisterous mood after a comfortable win in Betis.So from C...
Southampton Stalemate: A Draw, Not a Disaster
13 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, and Carl Anka review a disappointing weekend for both the men's team, who saw Casemiro sent off in a goalless draw with South...
Betis? Better! Weghorst & Fernandes Score in 4-1 Win
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving, Carl Anka, and Andy Mitten react to a hugely improved mood as Erik Ten Hag's Manchester United recover from Anfield embarrassment with a c...
'Historically Bad': Anfield Defeat Dissected
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Here we go again... Ian Irving hosts the Monday podcast he thought we'd put behind us, debriefing a catastrophic defeat at Anfield with Andy Mitten an...
Another Cup Win, Another Home Draw, Another Massive Game at Liverpool
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, and Carl Anka are still coming down from the high of winning at Wembley, but we've already got another cup win to celebrate.A...
Glory! Glory! Man Utd! Wembley reaction
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving, Laurie Whitwell, Andy Mitten and Carl Anka are all on hand to react to the first trophy of the Erik Ten Hag era at Manchester United.All a...
Barcelona Beaten: Bring on Wembley!
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving has the whole crew assembled at Old Trafford for instant reaction to Manchester United's comeback win over Barcelona in the Europa League p...
Fans Divided: Ten Hag Calls for United Spirit
20 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving returns after a short break and he's joined by Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell, AND Andy Mitten for a fully stocked edition of The Athletic's Ma...
Mes Que Un Pod: Honours Even in Camp Nou
17 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Carl Anka takes the helm with Andy Mitten and Laurie Whitwell joining him from the third tier of Camp Nou to digest a terrific first leg of the Europa...
Leeds Win Caps Great Weekend: Barcelona Next!
13 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Laurie Whitwell (and his cat, Ron) makes a podcast comeback with Ian Irving and Andy Mitten (and his dog).Manchester United beat Leeds at the second t...
Sancho Goal Drowns Out Disappointment of Leeds Draw
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, and Carl Anka assemble under the eaves at Old Trafford with The Athletic's new boy Mark Critchley.It was a disappointing resu...
Casemiro Sees Red in Palace Win & Leeds Dismiss Marsch
06 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving is joined by Carl Anka and Andy Mitten with live breaking news as we preview Wednesday night's game against Roses rivals Leeds United.Of co...
Wembley Booked! Pivotal February will Conclude with Cup Final
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
No apologies; Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, and Carl Anka are excited about Manchester United going to Wembley for the Carabao Cup final after Erik Ten Hag...
Casemiro: the Main Man in Midfield
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, and Carl Anka review another comfortable home win, this time the FA Cup clash with Paul Ince's Reading. Casemiro was the main...
Weghorst Off the Mark as United Take Charge in EFL Cup Semi-Final
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, and Carl Anka are in good spirits (in one case, quite literally) and we've added a musical twist to the show as we celebrate ...
Arsenal Reaction: Progress Needed but Cup Semi-Final Awaits
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Mitten and Laurie Whitwell join Ian Irving for a jam-packed Monday edition, sore from a rousing but ultimately fruitless trip to North London.Sti...
Deflating Draw at Palace: Casemiro Won't Face Arsenal
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, Carl Anka, and Laurie Whitwell were on cloud nine after the Manchester derby but it's down to Earth with a bump as United cos...
Rashford Wins Derby: Manchester is Red Again!
14 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The podcast team were all in attendance, and a little giddy, as Manchester United fought back from a goal down to claim victory over City and move to ...
Weghorst Deal Accelerates & Manchester Derby: Are We Confident?
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving, Andy Mitten, and Laurie Whitwell discuss the Carabao Cup quarter final win over Charlton, Manchester City's shock exit at Southampton, and...
More Home Comfort in the Cup, But What's This About Wout?!: Weghorst Loan Link
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Carl Anka was at Old Trafford for the "standard home win" against Everton in the FA Cup third round on Friday night and he joins Ian Irving and Andy M...
The Joy of Six: Run Continues with Bournemouth Win
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Erik Ten Hag's Manchester United made it six wins in a row with a comfortable victory at home against Bournemouth with several individuals putting in ...
Rashford Arrives Late with Wolves Winner
01 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A podcast full house as we reflect on Marcus Rashford's eventful New Year's Eve. Having arrived late to a team meeting, he was dropped to the bench, b...
Gakpo Liverpool-Bound as Utd Return with Solid Wins
28 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Manchester United eased into the quarter finals of the Carabao Cup, where they will play Charlton Athletic, and returned to Premier League action with...
Burnley, Forest Previews & Sale/Transfer Update
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The World Cup finished two days ago and it's less than a week until Christmas, but we have two competitive fixtures to discuss! Vincent Kompany's Burn...
United Unchained: Sale Latest, Replacing Ronaldo, and Singing in Spain
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Athletic's podcast dedicated to Manchester United returns in time for Christmas with a full complement in healthy voice, ready and raring to go.Un...
Glazers Open to United Sale & Ronaldo Gone!
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What a day! Just when you thought things might be a bit quieter with the World Cup fully underway in Qatar we get, not one United bombshell, but two h...