In this episode of the Biggie and Smalls podcast, Keith and D discuss various topics related to Manchester United, including the potential departure of Mauricio Pochettino, the inconsistency of Marcus Rashford, and the future of Bruno Fernandes. They also touch on the standing ovation given to Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford and the interview with Andre Onana. The hosts highlight the challenges of being a goalkeeper at Manchester United and the importance of character in the team. In this conversation, Keith and D discuss Mason Greenwood's future at Manchester United, the opinions of fans on social media, and the press release from the Women's Man United fan club. They also talk about the upcoming FA Cup final between Manchester City and Chelsea, the possible lineup for the game, and their expectations. They then shift gears to discuss the Amazon documentary '99 Debut' about Manchester United's historic 1998-1999 season, sharing their excitement and nostalgia for that time. They mention some interesting insights from the documentary, such as the initial resignation of Sir Alex Ferguson and the dynamics between players like Andy Cole and Dwight Yorke. They end the conversation with their predictions for the FA Cup final.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Potential Departure of Mauricio Pochettino

02:59 The Inconsistency of Marcus Rashford

06:13 The Future of Bruno Fernandes

08:54 The Standing Ovation for Erik ten Hag

12:00 The Challenges of Being a Goalkeeper at Manchester United

27:26 The Debate on Mason Greenwood's Future

30:59 The Press Release from the Women's Man United Fan Club

35:17 Expectations for the FA Cup Final

42:28 Nostalgia and Excitement for the '99 Debut Documentary

50:48 Predictions for the FA Cup Final

Join Keith and D in this insightful episode of the Biggie and Smalls podcast as they deep-dive into the recent developments at Manchester United. From analyzing Ten Hag's candid interview with Gary Neville to dissecting the team's tactical and recruitment decisions, this episode covers it all. The duo doesn't shy away from addressing the executive changes at the club, Jason Wilcox's role in shaping the team's strategy, and the palpable frustration over player performance and effort levels.

Soundbites like, "We're Manchester United. We're not just trying to get to a final. We're there to win trophies," capture the essence of the discussion, highlighting the hosts' passion and concern for the club's current state. They debate the effectiveness of the defensive tactics, the pressing need for a revamped business model, and the future of key players, questioning who deserves to stay or be shown the door.

The conversation also touches upon the team's recent performances, including the lack of service to players like Hojlund, the critical role of the medical staff amidst a spate of injuries, and the urgent need for enhanced team cohesion and leadership. With a look towards the upcoming Newcastle match, Keith and D share their hopes for a turnaround in fortunes.

For Manchester United fans and football enthusiasts keen on understanding the intricacies of what's happening on and off the pitch at Old Trafford, this episode offers a no-holds-barred analysis that's both critical and hopeful for the future.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview

04:37 The Lack of Service to Hoylan and Recruitment Decisions

13:11 Frustration with the Team's Performance and Effort

25:46 Changing Manchester United's Business Model

30:51 Struggles of Manchester United and Lack of Success

36:26 The Impact of Injuries and Medical Staff

45:08 Potential Changes to the Manchester United Squad

55:20 Analyzing the Future of Manchester United Players

58:33 Deciding the Future of Bruno Fernandes

01:02:08 Assessing the Performance of Donny van de Beek

01:05:39 Considering the Potential Sale of Jesse Lingard

01:09:08 Discussing the Potential Sale of Cristiano Ronaldo

01:10:06 Deciding the Fate of Donny van de Beek

01:10:24 Assessing the Performance of Mason Mount

01:10:52 Discussing the Future of Scott McTominay

01:11:22 Considering the Potential Sale of Fred

01:11:38 Predicting the Future of Hannibal Mejbri

01:11:58 Deciding the Fate of the Under-18 and Under-21 Players

01:12:22 Assessing the Performance of the Team

01:13:04 Analyzing the Team's Position in the League

01:13:33 Discussing the Importance of the Newcastle Match

01:13:57 Considering the Potential Lineup for the Match

01:14:28 Discussing the Importance of Bruno Fernandes' Return

01:15:37 Predicting the Outcome of the Match

01:16:02 Analyzing the Importance of the Match for Manchester United

01:17:02 Discussing the Potential Lineup for the Match

01:17:33 Considering the Potential Use of Under-21 Players

01:18:00 Wrapping Up the Conversation

In this episode of the Biggie and Smalls podcast, Keith Ippolito and D. McGuigan interview Samuel Luckhurst from the Manchester Evening News about the current state of Manchester United. They discuss the team's recent performance, the atmosphere at Old Trafford, the possibility of a managerial change, and the potential candidates to replace the current manager. They also touch on the topic of a salary cap in football and its implications. Overall, the conversation highlights the challenges and uncertainties facing Manchester United and the need for a clear direction and structure for the club.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Discussion of Recent Performance

02:59 The Tense Atmosphere at Old Trafford

08:08 The Potential Candidates to Replace the Manager

37:36 The Need for a Clear Direction and Structure at Manchester United