Rod Maxwell and Harry Murrell stand outside Old Trafford after Manchester United were knocked out of the FA Cup by a depleted Brighton Hove Albion, 2-1. The episode breaks down a disappointing, low-energy performance, missed chances, and the heated reaction from supporters.

They discuss player issues, Welbeck's goal, and poor contributions from the squad — plus concerns about depth, the timing of managerial changes, and growing pressure on the board and owners as United face Premier League challenges ahead.

Theatre of Dreams Extra Time kicks off 2026 with hosts dissecting Manchester football: United’s surprise managerial exit, debates over potential successors and whether Ruben engineered his own departure.

They analyse the Premier League title race—Arsenal’s momentum, City’s recent draws and squad fatigue—plus the transfer scramble around Gehy and other key signings.

The episode also covers fixture congestion and cup ties, injury concerns like Conor Bradley, and the wider problem of managerial churn and succession planning in modern football.

Erin, Harry and Rod are back after a little Christmas break and the news from Old Trafford makes for an explosive first episode of the year!!

Dom, Richard and Rod wrap up the year with their views on how the league is going to end up this season and some of their favourite moments of football in 2025. Also available on Youtube - https://youtu.be/gjqiyBK542U?si=8bsIsyuecRdhdmO4

Rod and Harry dissect and reflect on a busy weekend of football across the English leagues with a focus this week on Altrincham FC after a disappointing away defeat in the FA Trophy and the 8 goal thriller at Old Trafford on Monday night - more frustration or reasons to be cheerful? Find out by having a listen or watching Youtube - https://youtu.be/k5Sb4K9DAGo

Our mid-week edition of Theatres of Dreams "A Sack Full Of Football" is now out to watch and listen to. Erin, Harry and Rod discuss the weekend results, the Liverpool Shenanigans, the WSL and of course their beloved Alty FC. Available on Youtube - https://youtu.be/Hk2jduFUnOA

Dom, Rich and Rod discuss the last week in Premier League action with Richard confessing a certain frustration with the big Liverpool defender - is this descent or just pure emotion??? Also watch on Youtube - https://youtu.be/s4qynvpjIe8

Erin, Harry and Rod analyse the results from the weekend and midweek with their typical focus on City, United and Altrincham FC but taking in the wider views of football of course. Also available on Youtube - https://youtu.be/Cw5bCg1Y9kw