Devils in the Details – A Podcast About Manchester United

<p>A Manchester United podcast focused on detailed, evidence driven analysis. Hosted by Aaron Moniz (<a href="https://twitter.com/amonizfootball">@amonizfootball)</a> and Kees van Hemmen (<a href="https://twitter.com/HemmenKees">@HemmenKees)</a> – two data scientists and United fans.</p>

#108: United Defeat Leicester at the Death as the Transfer Window Closes

Kees and Aaron are back to discuss United's last two fixtures, as well as their transfer business with the January window having just closed this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

02-10
57:02

#107: Is Kobbie Mainoo's Future as a #10?

Kees discusses Kobbie Mainoo's role change, Alejandro Garnacho's change in form, wingback incomings and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

02-03
48:00

#106: Important Wins, Buildup Struggles, and Wingback Incomings?

United went 2 for 2 this week thanks to the growing defensive solidity that has been developing for weeks under Amorim. Aaron discusses the in-possession issues that continue to blight United's attacking form under the new head coach, as well as whether ongoing transfer rumours present solutions to these issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01-27
01:03:00

#105: Tiring Squad and Tactical Teething Issues Evident Against Southampton and Brighton

This week, we discussed the difficulties of a squad that slowly narrows in size as Amorim narrows in on the qualities of his players, as well as the tactical adoption and personnel issues involved in United's struggle to 3 points from 6 against Southampton and Brighton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01-20
01:20:46

#104: Huge FA Cup Triumph at Arsenal, and Evaluating Left Wing Back Links

This week, United knocked Arsenal out of the FA Cup after a dramatic three-hour tie. We discuss the performance from a tactical, chronological, and key personnel standpoint before evaluating links to five left wing backs: Alphonso Davies, Nuno Mendes, Milos Kerkez, Patrick Dorgu, and Alvaro Fernandez. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01-13
01:03:10

#103: Many Positives, Few Points as United Hold Liverpool to a Draw at Anfield

This week, Aaron discusses topical big game tactical and personnel ideas in light of United's promising draw at Anfield. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01-06
58:35

#102: Bottom Half After Boxing Day

United's misfortunes continued through the holiday period, so we took the opportunity this week to discuss the ways in which things are and are not as bad as they seem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

12-30
42:15

#101: The Basque Grinch Steals Christmas

James and Kees discuss Man United's frustrating loss to Bournemouth at Old Trafford to kick off the festive fixtures, including discussions about set piece defending, composure, and Marcus Rashford. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

12-23
47:07

#100: Manchester Derby Victory Marks Our Centennial Episode

This week, we celebrate the podcast's 100th episode with a discussion about the Manchester Derby victory and early tactical insights into Ruben Amorim's tenure: early progress, key future objectives, and player revelations. We also discuss the prospective signing of 17-year-old Diego León from Cerro Porteño and links to Éderson of Atalanta. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

12-16
01:13:28

#99: Positives To Take From Frustrating Defeats

This week, we discuss the difficulties United faced in defeats to Arsenal and Nottingham Forest, and the positives that have been apparent regardless under Ruben Amorim. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

12-09
01:06:28

#98: Amorim's First Loss and Learning From Arsenal

In this episode, we took a look through Amorim's Starting XI decisions and broad tactical concepts from United's loss against Arsenal. We also discussed Arteta's side, their influence over the game, and what United can learn from them moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

12-05
57:07

#97: Amorim's United Flatten Everton

Kees discusses United's 4-0 victory over Everton at Old Trafford, as well as answering some QA from listeners surrounding Amad Diallo, Leny Yoro, and much much more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

12-02
39:13

#96: Amorim Arrives

Aaron and Kees discuss Ruben Amorim's first match in charge of Man United, including his selection decisions, what worked, what didn't, and what they expect to see going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

11-25
57:12

#95: Rashford's Future, Academy Debuts, and Performance Expectations Under Amorim

This week, while we wait for Amorim's first match as United manager, we discussed a number of topics around his arrival, including the struggling Marcus Rashford, the possibility of debutants from the talented youth teams, and expectations for this season and next under the new coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

11-18
42:33

#94: RvN Era Recap

Kees and Aaron briefly reflect on RvN's tenure as interim manager before talking about some of the individual performances we have seen in the last week Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

11-11
57:09

#93: How Does United's Squad Fit Ruben Amorim's 3-4-3 Formation?

This week, instead of discussing the Chelsea match, we analyze the incoming Ruben Amorim's 3-4-3 formation, the roles of players as his system appears at Sporting, and how it might look with the current United squad, as well as transfer needs that it creates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

11-04
01:17:59

#92: The King is Dead, Long Live the King (with Casey Evans)

Kees and Aaron are joined by Casey Evans to put a bow on Erik ten Hag's tenure as Man United football czar and consider the possibility of a Ruben Amorim tenure at Old Trafford. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

10-29
01:04:38

#91: Wing Dynamics and Defeat at West Ham

Kees answers Q and A about wingers, youth players, and United's woes in front of goal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

10-28
30:46

#90: Victory, At Last

Kees and Aaron discuss Man United's win against Brentford at Old Trafford, including the excellent performance from the front line, rejuvenated showings from Casemiro and Eriksen, and what's going on with the backline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

10-21
01:01:14

#89: Is the Premier League Experiencing a Tactical Shift? (with Jon Mackenzie)

Kees is joined by Jon Mackenzie on this episode to discuss the major tactical trends taking place in the Premier League this season and how they pertain to United's current malaise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

10-14
01:04:46

Chiko Banda

What an episode. Thanks gents

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