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Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show
by The Athletic · English
Host Ian Irving is joined by The Athletic's Laurie Whitwell, Carl Anka and Andy Mitten on the world's biggest Manchester United podcast. Subscribe for expert insight from inside the club, breaking news and two episodes every week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Michael Carrick sacked... Pochettino in waiting
The Athletic’s “Talk The Devils” reacts to Manchester United confirming Michael Carrick has been sacked, discusses how the decision was handled and why it leaked, and previews Mauricio Pochettino “in…
12 Nov 2026 · 53m · 26 chaptersLIVE: Man United finalising Pochettino deal if Carrick departs
Live reaction to The Athletic’s breaking news that Manchester United are finalising a deal to appoint Mauricio Pochettino as head coach, contingent on Michael Carrick being removed.
11 Nov 2026 · 43m · 11 chaptersLIVE: Man United expected to sack Michael Carrick as head coach
The episode is a live reaction to breaking news from The Athletic: Manchester United are expected to sack head coach Michael Carrick.
10 Nov 2026 · 35m · 11 chaptersMan United enter international break in relegation zone
Manchester United’s 4-4 home draw with Aston Villa leaves them in the Premier League relegation zone heading into the November international break.
8 Nov 2026 · 1h 3m · 20 chaptersWill Man United kick on after Roma comeback?
Manchester United’s 3-2 Champions League comeback vs Roma at Old Trafford, focusing on the chaotic first-half collapse, the tactical/mental reset at halftime, and what it means for Michael Carrick’s…
4 Nov 2026 · 1h 21m · 29 chaptersAre Man United in a relegation battle?
Manchester United’s slide toward a relegation battle after a 2-0 loss to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, highlighted by Lissandro Martínez’s two-yellow red card and a penalty conceded; discussion also…
1 Nov 2026 · 54m · 17 chaptersWhy Carrick survived at Man United & Sesko injury blow
Manchester United’s decision to keep Michael Carrick as head coach for the Chelsea match, despite turmoil, and the fallout from Benjamin Sesko’s shin injury.
29 Oct 2026 · 53m · 17 chaptersCarrick in limbo at Man United
The episode (Talk The Devils) focuses on Manchester United’s crisis after a 3-0 home defeat to Bournemouth and the uncertainty over whether Michael Carrick will remain head coach.
27 Oct 2026 · 1h 15m · 23 chaptersMan United embarrassed at Como - what next?
Manchester United’s 4-1 Champions League defeat away to Como, and what it means next for Michael Carrick, the squad, tactics, and club leadership/ownership.
22 Oct 2026 · 47m · 20 chaptersTen Hag Exclusive Interview : Recruitment, Ronaldo, Ratcliffe & Glory at Man United
Exclusive first interview since leaving Manchester United, covering Ten Hag’s pride (FA Cup win vs Man City; academy breakthroughs), his account of broken promises after the takeover, recruitment…
20 Oct 2026 · 55m · 18 chaptersWhere does Leeds draw leave Carrick?
Manchester United’s 1-1 draw at Leeds United (Elland Road), focusing on Michael Carrick’s tactical setup, the impact of Lisandro Martínez’s return after last week’s controversy, and why United still…
19 Oct 2026 · 57m · 23 chaptersWhat problems has Martinez exposed at Man United?
This episode of The Athletic “Talk of the Devils” focuses on the fallout from Lissandro Martinez’s explosive post-match interview after Manchester United’s 2-0 defeat at Atletico Madrid, and what it…
15 Oct 2026 · 52m · 15 chaptersMartinez criticises Man United investment after Madrid defeat
Immediate reaction to Manchester United’s 0-2 Champions League loss to Atletico Madrid, plus fallout from Lissandro Martinez’s post-match Amazon interview criticizing the club’s hierarchy and summer…
14 Oct 2026 · 32m · 16 chaptersWhy did Man United struggle against Spurs?
Manchester United’s 1-1 draw vs Tottenham Hotspur—why United struggled, the impact of a red card, and concerns ahead of the Champions League vs Atletico Madrid.
11 Oct 2026 · 54m · 23 chaptersCan Man United kick-start season against Spurs?
Manchester United’s return after an international break with a season-reset aim against Tottenham, plus injury/fitness updates, the potential debut/impact of new signing Carlos Baleba, and broader…
8 Oct 2026 · 51m · 19 chaptersMan United's Greatest Players: Part Three
“Talk the Devils” (The Athletic FC) ranks Manchester United’s top five players in history (final segment of a three-episode countdown).
5 Oct 2026 · 47m · 14 chaptersMan United's Greatest Players: Part Two
Talk The Devils (The Athletic) ranks Manchester United’s greatest players, continuing Andy Mitton’s top-10 list with debate and anecdotes.
3 Oct 2026 · 50m · 18 chaptersHow might City verdict impact Man United?
The Athletic’s Talk The Devils reacts to Manchester City being found guilty of serious Premier League financial-rule breaches (including “sham payments” and artificially inflating revenue/reducing…
1 Oct 2026 · 58m · 21 chaptersMan United's Greatest Players: Part One
Talk The Devils (The Athletic) launches a three-part series ranking Manchester United’s top 25 players (Part One covers #25 to #11).
28 Sep 2026 · 57m · 22 chaptersAre Man United’s finances holding them back?
Manchester United’s 2025/26 tax-year financial results and whether finances (wage bill, debt, cash) are limiting competitiveness, plus how the club can move forward on the pitch.
24 Sep 2026 · 45m · 19 chaptersCan Man United's players do more?
Manchester United’s poor start continues after a 1-1 draw at Fulham, leaving fans “deflated” and raising questions about whether the players can do more—especially in control, urgency, defending, and…
21 Sep 2026 · 52m · 16 chaptersProblems pile up for Carrick & Man United
The episode of Talk of the Devils (The Athletic) centers on Manchester United’s recent collapse: a 3-2 home defeat to Brighton and an early Carabao Cup exit, with the hosts calling it another…
17 Sep 2026 · 59m · 17 chaptersWhat does derby defeat say about Man United?
Post-match live reaction to Manchester United losing the Manchester derby 1-0 to Manchester City at Old Trafford, despite City playing much of the match with 10 men.
13 Sep 2026 · 1h 1m · 18 chaptersHow important is this derby for Man United?
Preview of the 199th Manchester derby (Manchester United vs Manchester City) at Old Trafford, plus discussion of United’s early Champions League form (4-0 vs Sabá).
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