Red Devil Rants: A Manchester United Podcast

In this episode, we take a wild tour through the world offootball and beyond: can Sam Allardyce actually save the world, and should footballers ever be allowed near a film set? We dig into the eternal need for a team scapegoat, asking whether Dalot is United’s latest, whether Malacia tookthe fall after the Newcastle loss, and if Dalot would be loved more as a backup. We tackle the heavy stuff too: is politics poisoning the World Cup, should Iran boycott, and what happens if Israel takes their place? Plus, we debate whether a halftime show is inevitable, whether football has becomeboring as defenders dominate the ball, and what United’s first loss under Carrick really means. Is the squad good enough, is Carrick showing enough tactical evolution to earn the job permanently, and why is Paul Scholes permanently grumpy about United? All that and somehow even more in a packed,fiery conversation.

Following a slightly laboured 2-1 win over Crystal Palace we celebrate Big Ben Sesko and ask whether Lacroix should have seen red and if we are still waiting to learn something about Michael Carrick tactically?Then we turn to the table, breaking down our chances against a poor but tricky Newcastle side and whether or not we can take advantage of Villa playing Chelsea, whatever the result a win for us creates a gap!Finally our thoughts rest on Casemiro should we be targeting a younger player to replace him or going for someone more experienced?

United grind out an important win, thanks to yet another impactful cameo from super sub Benjamin Šeško and the safe hands of Senna Lammens. The gap to third is closing, and suddenly the league picture looks far more interesting. In this episode, we evaluate the team form, whether Carrick should start or not start Sesko, where this team can realistically finish and decide who takes our Player of the Month honours.

13 days without football...it's unthinkable!! With no FA Cup to *ahem* distract us, we take stock of Carrick's five games in charge so far, and whether or not four wins in five has us looking at Amorim differently?Plus, with Tuchel and Enrique seemingly off the table what are United's managerial options? And would the Brentford managerial model work at United?Finally we discuss Jim RATcliffe's comments on "colonisation" and immigration; why did he decide to sour the good mood around the club?!

In this episode, we dive into Manchester United’s two game week, starting with the win against Spurs and the draw against West Ham and zooming out to assess the full picture of Carrick’s first five games in charge. Have United genuinely progressed, or are the same old patterns creeping back in? We break down the team’s ongoing struggle against low‑block sides, debate whether Frank’s hair might have lived rent‑free in a few United minds, and issue an apology to both Mainoo and Dalot. With a rare 12‑day rest period ahead, we explore what this reset could mean for the squad’s momentum. And to round things off, we ask the big question: can Sesko realistically climb to Haaland‑level heights?

Three wins on the spin under Carrick. Not perfect against Fulham, with a hint of complacency, but the United DNA is roaring back. Impactful subs, confidence flowing, belief building, tougher tests are around the corner. For now, we enjoy the energy Carrick-ball is bringing back to the United family.

This week’s episode we ask the big questions: are United’s endless training rondos finally working? And just how euphoric are United players after turning the Emirates into their personal dancefloor yet again? Meanwhile, Arsenal supporters are dusting off the “crisis mode” banners, and honestly… it’s great entertainment.We break down Cunha’s emergence, the return of long‑range screamers, and the fascinating contrast between pragmatic Arsenal and a suddenly versatile United. Is Carrick in the running for Manager‑of‑the‑Month? Or is he simply riding the tactical foundations laid by Amorim?We also look ahead: should Carrick stick with the same blueprint vs Fulham, what on does Sesko needs to do to get minutes, and how the 25/26 Arsenal side could ever dream of beating the legendary 07/08 United team when they can’t even handle the current one.Plus: Casemiro’s potential farewell, Lammens becoming Mr. Reliable between the sticks, and the eternal debate, should United fans retire the old Carrick chant now that he’s carving out his own managerial legacy?A packed episode full of spice, nostalgia, and tactical nerdery. Tune in for the chaos, stay for the therapy.

WE'RE SO BACK...until we aren't! This week we bask in the warm afterglow of our most comprehensive Derby victory since who knows when, and why some United fans reactions are making Flowz feel like a Grinch!Of course the talk turns to Michael Carrick; what would he have to do to secure the United job permanently?Then we talk about the Scholes, Butt and Keane; their comments, their motivations and what they'd do if United ever became successful again.Finally we wrestle with the age old question...what is United's DNA?

This week, Flowz, Jaymie and Supermancunian discuss the growing frustration surrounding Manchester United, from boardroom decisions and interim managerial choices to the unrealistic expectations placed on the club by fans. We also examine the danger posed to the club and future managers by the punditry group dubbed the “Class of 90poo,” - we respect their playing days not their influential opinions.

Manchester United hit the self‑destruct button again as Ruben Amorim’s reign comes to a brutal end, but was it incompetence, inevitability, or a masterclass in getting yourself fired? We break down whether United have just torched two years of planning, or if this was always destined to implode. With Darren Fletcher parachuted in as interim boss, we ask the real questions: is he secretly Sir Alex Ferguson’s long‑lost son, can he really pick his own kids, and how far down the table are we actually falling? Add INEOS into the firing line, are they already worse than the Glazers, or just speed‑running the same mistakes? Finally, we argue over who should take the hot seat next… because nothing says stability like another managerial debate.

We take a look at the scrappy 1-0 win over Newcastle; has Amorim shown he's got what it takes tactically? Is it acceptable to win the way we did? Did Joshua Zirkzee actually do anything?The January window is just around the corner, so we ask the all-important question "Should we go into the market in January...and for who?"Plus find out our Player of the Month, whether United are about to get a cash injection from a billionaire and our predictions for Wolves & Leeds

A narrow defeat to Villa masked an encouraging display, shaped by a subtle tactical adjustment. In this episode we discuss the implications of that change, the mood around the squad heading into Christmas, and how United can move forward in the short term without Bruno.

The only thing crazier than the 4-4 draw with Bournemouth was everything going on around United this week! Should we be worried about our lack of clean sheets? Was that a one off attacking performance from United? Who should be on the back line?!?!First we tackle tactics leaks from Carrington, then Bruno's big interview; was he right to talk or should he have kept schtum? Did we mistranslate Amorim's comments on academy players and finally, who's Jordan? Should Mainoo's brother be rocking the boat?Plus we give our starting lineups for Villa in light of AFCON and Casemiro's suspension...does Kobbie make the team?

Across two fixtures in four days United faced contrasting challenges against West Ham and Wolves, revealing both room for improvement, continued ongoing uncertainties yet some expected positives. With Amorim searching for balance, we turn to the discussion around Kobbie Mainoo, whether he's being overlooked or if the situation is being managed as best it can. The FA cup ‘fix’tures are out - we weigh up our prospects vs our first opponents Brighton.

This week we ask the truly pressing questions: would Barcelona and Real Madrid survive the Premier League grind, or just end up mid‑table behind Palace? Is trading 30 years of league pain for a Champions League every decade the ultimate Faustian bargain? We break down United’s win against Palace, compare dueling 3‑4‑3s, and crown United as the league’s new set‑piece FC specialists. Bruno’s assist tally sparks the eternal Scholes debate — genius or glorified hype? We size up Yoro, wonder if Zirkzee is finally ready to deliver, and judge Adam Wharton’s audition like it’s Britain’s Got Talent. Did skipping Mateta pay off, and how good was it to see Martinez back? Finally, we ask if JJ Gabriel is destined for the first team or just another subplot in United’s never‑ending soap opera. Spoiler: the drama is better than Netflix.

The pod lives up to its name this episode as well pick apart an embarrassing loss to 10-man Everton, there's rants galore!Plus, what the hell happened with Gueye's red card? Is Bruno Fernandes to United what Cristiano Ronaldo is to Portugal (not in a good way) and is David Moyes the new Sam Allardyce?

This week we ask the hard-hitting questions nobody else dares: was Rashford actually impressive for England, has he now forgotten about his ex, us? Should Maguire sneak into the squad ahead of Dan Burn, or is that just football’s version of musical chairs? We debate whether Monday nights are a blessing or a curse for United and whether Joao Gomes is worth raiding Wolves for. Amorim’s first year gets a cheeky review, we compare who blew their record sales best (United, Spurs or Newcastle), and we wonder if Casemiro deserves a contract extension or just a comfy retirement plan. Finally, we set expectations for United’s next five games, spoiler: optimism levels vary wildly depending on alcohol intake.

When is a good result not a good result? Fans would've taken a draw against Spurs before the game but were left feeling deflated.So this episode we look at the problems when Casemiro isn't on the pitch and argue whether Ugarte is at fault for points lost; we ask whether we need reinforcements in January and is Connor Gallagher the answer?Plus, should we be worried about Sesko? And is Matthijs De Ligt a future captain?

This week, we dive headfirst into the tactical chaos and transfer conundrums swirling around Manchester United. Have we all collectively forgotten about being linked to Branthwaite? Is Elanga quietly debunking the myth that players thrive after leaving United? We dissect the frustrating draw at Forest, question whether VAR needs an upgrade to catch phantom corners, and ask the big one: Are referees just winging it on vibes? From Amad’s exile at RWB to Dalot’s dwindling stock, we debate who should hold down the flanks, especially with AFCON looming. Plus: Amorim’s curious subs, the Mainoo-Zirkzee dilemma, and a midfield face-off between Anderson, Wharton, and Baleba. And finally, is it worth keeping Casemiro around for one last dance of wisdom? All that and more in a jam-packed episode of tactical hot takes and transfer truths.

Being a United fan has never felt so good (well not in recent times anyway). After the win at Brighton we ask, what has Amorim changed? Do we have enough strength in depth? And are we all still (Carlos) Baliebas?Plus should Danny Welbeck get a call-up and was Ledley King better than Virgil Van Dijk?