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The Tactics Show: Season Preview

Studio 1878 — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 20:29:00 GMT

#1032 | Ed and Dharnish preview the season with a focus on how United’s tactics are evolving under Michael Carrick. The pattern in pre-season has been more possession, more central possession, and an emphasis on third-man runs.

Where Carlos Baleba fits is still unclear: he's more carrier than passer, so the assumption is someone else, Kobbie Mainoo or Youri Tielemans, drops in to start moves while Baleba operates further forward.

The bigger worry is pressing. Pushing fullbacks and forwards higher creates gaps between midfield and defence, and neither Bruno Fernandes nor Marcus Rashford presses well enough to close them, though Baleba's mobility should help cover the space.

Up front, the squad is deep enough that losing Benjamin Sesko to injury or rotation shouldn't be a big problem, with Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and a returning Rashford all able to play through the middle.

0:00 Introduction and season preview  1:26 What's on the show today  2:20 More possession and central progression  4:12 Third man runs  5:52 Midfield pairings and where Baleba fits  10:01 Fullbacks in the build-up  13:40 Left-back transfer targets  15:06 The pressing question  21:17 Defensive transitions  23:45 The attack and Rashford's return  28:54 Transfer rumours  29:10 Wrap-up and season hopes

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2026/27 Premier League Season Predictions! | Off The Bar

Stretford Paddock — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:38:00 GMT

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This is the big one, the lads (minus Adam) are back for their Off The Bar season predictions... and after last year, anything could happen!

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NEW SEASON BEGINS! Hull vs Man Utd | Preview, Starting XI & Prediction

Scott Saunders — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:41:00 GMT

The new Premier League season is here!Manchester United begin their 2026/27 campaign away at Hull City, with Michael Carrick looking to build on last season and make the perfect start to a hugely important year.

In this episode, Scott Saunders previews the opening game of the season, look at the big selection decisions facing Carrick and pick the starting XI he'd like to see at Hull.

Plus, what to expect from United tactically, players to watch and our final score prediction. Competitive football is back. Let's go.

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United Daily - Friday 21st August 2026 - Baleba close, Carrick presser

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 08:20:54 GMT

'Top Four is NOT GUARANTEED': Manchester United 2026-27 predictions | Manchester is RED

Reach Podcasts — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Steven Railston and Tyrone Marshall share their 2026-27 predictions for Manchester United ahead of the new Premier League season. They discuss whether Michael Carrick needs to win a trophy in his first full season as manager at Old Trafford, and whether United can challenge for a European spot once again. 🌍 Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here → https://nordvpn.com/manchester It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee!

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275: Manchester United season preview with Phil Brown

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:56:35 GMT

Do We FINALLY Have What It Takes To Win The Premier League?! | Uncensored

Stretford Paddock — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Check out our new Stretford Paddock Merchandise: https://stretfordpaddock.shop/ Joe and Adam McKola are back in the studio, taking a look at what they think the league table could look like in May... and whether Michael Carrick has the tools to lift title 21!

Chapters-

1:30 - Carlos Baleba Talks

6:00 - Restaurant Talks

10:30 - Adam missing The Athletic video due to traffic

15:00 - Brief talk on Carlos Baleba 16:00 - Midfield depth and rotation

20:00 - Adam's player predictions

27:00 - Which non-Big Six team is finishing the highest

28:00 - Adam's top 20 prediction

41:00 - Man United's league run-in

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Does Carlos Baleba complete Man United’s transfer business?

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:04:29 GMT

Premier League Season 1-20 Predictions: Analysing Man Utd's Rivals w/ Adam Joseph

Scott Saunders — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 08:59:00 GMT

Adam Joseph joins the podcast to predict the 2026/27 Premier League season — but with a Manchester United twist.

Rather than simply working through the table, we take a closer look at the teams likely to be competing with United this season. How strong are Arsenal after finally winning the title? What happens to Manchester City in the post-Guardiola era? How dangerous will Chelsea and Liverpool be under new management? And how seriously should United view Tottenham, Aston Villa and Newcastle?

We assess the strengths, weaknesses and summer business of United's biggest rivals before predicting the entire Premier League table from 1st to 20th.

Plus, our picks for the champions, Champions League places, relegation battle and some of the biggest individual awards ahead of the new season.

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Surprise! United Revive Baleba Deal

Studio 1878 — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT

#1031 | Ed and Adam talk about United's move for Carlos Baleba, a deal likely to land in excess of £65 million. It’s the right profile for United, even if Baleba’s poor season last year presents a risk. He's a front-foot, ground-covering midfielder that should combine well with United’s other midfielders and solve some specific problems.

The deal takes United's spend on midfielders this summer to around £150 million across Tielemans, Santos and Baleba. It’s a strong midfield rebuild even if United are still a bit short elsewhere. Left-back remains the outstanding piece of business before the window closes.

The pod closes with a preview of Hull away this weekend as United look for a strong start to the new season.

0:00 Introduction

1:42 Baleba: role and player profile

6:19 Midfield pairings

11:10 Pressing, transitions and defensive cover

12:55 Left-back hunt

15:04 Deal timing and transfer strategy

21:54 Rating the midfield rebuild

31:46 Zirkzee and Rashford: squad business

36:07 Hull preview and Championship finances

45:30 Predicted line-up and sign-off

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Red News Podcast 311

Red News — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:29:08 GMT

MAN UTD CLOSE TO SIGNING CARLOS BALEBA! REACTION

Scott Saunders — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:56:00 GMT

So what do you know.... Man Utd were actually doing something!

Carlos Baleba is close to joining Manchester United a year after their interest was initially made known..... for what looks to be a FAR cheaper price than quoted.

Scott Saunders reacts to the news as Man Utd look to COMPLETE their midfield rebuild with a player who has all of the attributes they've needed after the Tielemans and Santos signings. There's also talk on why it's important to judge the transfer window at the end.....and not in the middle of it.

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#167: Premier League Predictions Part 2 (10-1)

Aaron Moniz and Kees van Hemmen — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Kees and Aaron complete their Premier League 2026/27 predictions

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Why Man United MUST Make Another Signing! | Danyal Khan Exclusive

Stretford Paddock — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:45:00 GMT

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With the start of the Premier League season - and likewise, the end of the transfer window - rapidly approaching for Manchester United, how many more new players can we expect through the door?! Danyal Khan of Sky Sports News joins us for an exclusive interview on the current state of play. Joe asks the questions.

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2026/27 Premier League Preview

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 01:58:16 GMT

UNITED’S TOP 10 STRIKERS OF THE 21ST CENTURY

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:54:44 GMT

Transfer Latest: Maguire Wants More Signings & Man Utd Enter Bruno Contract Talks

Scott Saunders — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:16:00 GMT

Manchester United's transfer window remains quiet — but there is still work to be done before the deadline.

This episode looks at the lack of movement in the market, reports that Michael Carrick is pushing for at least one more signing and why left-back remains the obvious priority. Could United still add another midfielder? How long can they wait before making a decision on Lewis Hall and the alternative options? And does the squad really deserve to be described as "paper thin"?

There's also Harry Maguire's call for United to keep strengthening, the latest situation surrounding Jean-Philippe Mateta and what could happen at striker if Joshua Zirkzee leaves.

Plus, Bruno Fernandes has been offered a new Manchester United contract. What sort of deal should United be prepared to give their captain as he approaches 32, how long should the club commit to him, and when does United's long-term planning have to start preparing for life without Bruno?

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HUGE Premier League Season Preview! | w/ Laurie Whitwell & Carl Anka

Stretford Paddock — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:37:00 GMT

Check out our new Stretford Paddock Merchandise: https://stretfordpaddock.shop/ Next Season is almost here and Joe, Ste and Jay are joined by The Athletic's Carl Anka AND Laurie Whitwell for a bumper preview of Manchester United's Premier League Season! Become a member! - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7w8GnTF2Sp3wldDMtCCtVw/join Carl's Twitter - https://x.com/Ankaman616Carl's Athletic page - https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/author/carl-anka/Laurie's Twitter - https://x.com/lauriewhitwell Laurie's articles: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/author/laurie-whitwell/ Talk of the Devils - @TOTDevils

Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction

02:15 – What Manchester United need to improve

05:40 – Carrick's impact and tactical approach

09:10 – The midfield rebuild

13:25 – United's transfer priorities

17:40 – How the attack can improve

21:05 – The importance of Benjamin Šeško

25:30 – Young players breaking through

29:15 – Defensive improvements

33:00 – What success looks like next season

37:20 – Champions League expectations

41:10 – Final thoughts

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Man Utd 26/27 Season Preview: Expectations & Predictions w/ Adam Joseph

Scott Saunders — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 06:15:00 GMT

The new season is here — so what should Manchester United realistically be expected to achieve in 2026/27?

Adam Joseph joins the podcast for a full Manchester United season preview, looking at the state of the squad, the remaining transfer window, Michael Carrick's expectations and what genuine progress should look like this season.

How good is this United squad? What are its biggest strengths and weaknesses? What does Carrick need to deliver? And can Manchester United seriously challenge for the Premier League title?

We make our predictions for United's Premier League campaign, Champions League return and domestic cups, before picking our top scorer, Player of the Season and breakout candidates.

Plus, some bold predictions for the year ahead and the big question: what needs to happen by May for 2026/27 to be considered a successful season for Manchester United?

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The Great Big Season Preview

Studio 1878 — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 05:35:00 GMT

#1030 | Ed and Wayne are back for the season preview after a mixed pre-season: two wins from six and a 4-2 defeat to Milan in the last match. Neither is panicking about that result specifically, but it exposed problems that were already there. The defence is the biggest concern. Luke Shaw and Harry Maguire remain first choice and neither has the legs for a higher, more front-foot approach, while Lisandro Martinez and Matthijs de Ligt can't be relied on for fitness. Ayden Heaven and Leny Yoro have the potential to solve those problems but it’s a big ask for two young players.

There’s a different problem in midfield: plenty of technical quality in Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans, not enough physicality to handle the games that get scrappy.

United need two more signings before deadline day, a genuine upgrade at left-back and a proper ball-winner in midfield, to have a real shot at matching last season's third-place finish. Without them, expect some regression with a much busier schedule.

They finish with a run through the rest of the league: Arsenal have strengthened again, Liverpool are an interesting watch under Iraola with the Bezos ownership question in the background, Spurs have spent big, and nobody fancies predicting what Chelsea will do.

0:00 Six games, one freak-out 1:50 A disjointed pre-season 9:44 Shaw and Maguire: the defensive issue 15:09 Carrick's tactical direction 17:33 Midfield's missing ball-winner 27:28 Lacey: keep or loan? 34:33 Dorgu, Sesko and Zirkzee 40:31 What United need before deadline day 51:17 Rivals: Arsenal 54:07 Rivals: City after Guardiola 1:00:06 Rivals: Liverpool and Iraola's scalability 1:04:04 Bezos, Liverpool and the TV deal 1:11:37 Rivals: Spurs 1:14:23 Rivals: Newcastle 1:15:53 Rivals: Chelsea 1:18:00 Wrap-up

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Are Manchester United ACTUALLY Ready For This Season?! | Paddock Podcast

Stretford Paddock — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:20:00 GMT

Check out our new Stretford Paddock Merchandise: https://stretfordpaddock.shop/ The Premier League returns this weekend with United's opening-day fixture away at Hull City... but will Michael Carrick be satisfied with the squad at his disposal?! Join Joe, Jay and Ronny for the Paddock Podcast LIVE! Become a member! - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7w8GnTF2Sp3wldDMtCCtVw/join Stretford Paddock has content out EVERY DAY, make sure you’re subscribed for your Man United fix! - https://bit.ly/DEVILSsub 📱 Follow us over on Twitter: https://twitter.com/StretfordPaddck 📷 And on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fulltimedevils/ 🎙️ Listen to Our Podcast: https://podfollow.com/stretfordpaddock/ 👕 Merchandise: https://stretfordpaddock.store/ Go ahead and subscribe to get all of the latest Man United news, academy updates, transfer news, Manchester United fan reactions, podcasts, top 5’s on all things Man Utd, live watchalongs of Premier League, Champions League and Europa League, Highlights, Review and Analysis. Stretford Paddock began in 2019, but in July 2020 merged with Full Time Devils - the original and best Man United YouTube fan channel - which is why you may see old videos from FTD on this channel, but it’s still the same place to get all the MUFC content you know and love, from Howson, McKola, Jay Motty, Joe, and the gang! #ManUnited #ManchesterUnited #MUFC

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What can Man United achieve this season?

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:08:24 GMT

Pre-season over | Man Utd’s Transfer Dominoes Fall! ⚠️ | Rashford Back & Midfield Void

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Steven Railston and Jack Flintham discuss Manchester United’s defeat to AC Milan, Marcus Rashford’s return, abd Ruben Amorim’s reunion.

They also review United’s pre-season ahead of the new Premier League campaign and what we can expect in the remainder of the transfer window.

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United We Stand podcast 735. Manchester United in Ireland.

United We Stand Podcast — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:56:00 GMT

Andy Mitten talking to players, fans and former players around the final pre-season games before the 26-27 season.

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#166: Premier League Predictions Part 1 (20-11)

Aaron Moniz and Kees van Hemmen — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Aaron and Kees make their predictions for the bottom half of the 2026/27 Premier League

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