If you’re listening on a Mobile Device, use this link – Episode 33

Welcome to the thirty-third Can They Score podcast. During this week’s episode, Doron, Steven and I look back at our lacklustre victory against Swansea, consider our disappointment in conceding defeat to City and finish off with a preview of our trip to the Stadium of Light on Sunday. Questions Discussed Include: Have we seen the last of Scholes at Old Trafford? Have we got the most spoilt set of fans in the country? How unfairly are our away fans being treated in the PL? Disappointed, surprised or annoyed at our April capitulation?

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If you’re listening on a Mobile Device, use this link – Episode 32

Welcome to the thirty second Can They Score podcast. During this week’s episode, Tom, Jon, Paul and I look back at our devastating Derby defeat against Manchester City; including in-depth discussion into Sir Alex’s selection, Ji Sung Park’s deterioration and Ryan Giggs’ legacy. To finish, we consider our remaining title hopes before previewing both Swansea’s trip to Old Trafford and City’s trip to St James Park.

Questions Discussed Include: How stupid does Sir Alex think the fans are if he expects us to believe that we weren’t set up to take a draw? At what point does Giggs begin to tarnish his legacy with his constant poor performances? When was the last time that Park did what (Sir Alex thinks) Park does best? Should we retain any hope in the title race? Featuring Tom’s Turning Point & Pattison’s Player Profile

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A Vincent Kompany header saw city drawing level with United, as Mancini’s side went ahead on goal difference

With Fortyfive minutes played, Kompany rose above Chris Smalling to head home the winner,leaving United chasing shadows in the second half.

United started with Rooney alone up front, Ji-Sung Park playing alongside Giggs, Scholes, Carrick and Nani in midfield with Smalling and Jones replacing Evans and Rafael in the back four.

After a first half virtually devoid of action, City were ahead just before halftime.

A David Silva corner was missed by Chris Smalling, leaving Vincent Kompany free in the box – the City captain made no mistake, heading his team into the lead.

The second half saw United tryin to
claw back the deficit, with Welbeck, Young and Valencia replacing Park, Scholes and Nani.

United were never close to an equaliser though, as City ran away with a 1-0 win which seals a 7-goals lead for them.

City still have to play Newcastle away, while United face Swansea and Sunderland.

The race is still on, with City facing Newcastle away and QPR at home.

If you’re listening on a Mobile Device, use this link – Episode 31

Welcome to the thirty first Can They Score podcast. During this week’s episode, Tom, Miguel, Steven and I look back at our soul destroying 4-4 draw against Everton before moving on to the biggest and most important preview of the year as we prepare for the title decider next Monday, during which time we interview Manchester City blogger; View From a Blue.

Questions Discussed Include: How can/ should we approach the biggest derby ever next Monday? Which United player will City fear most? Will City, or more importantly Mancini, approach the match searching for three points? Nani is outstanding going forward but does he leave too many spaces behind him when he goes forward?

Also Featuring Tom’s Turning Point & Pattison’s Player Profile!

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If you’re listening on a Mobile Device, use this link – Episode 30

Welcome to the thirtieth Can They Score Manchester United podcast. After a mid season scouting break, this pod sees Tom, Adam, Jonas and I look back at our last three fixtures, the Reserves’ Northern League title win, Petrucci’s Potential, Fabio’s Future and Much More!

Questions Discussed Include: We need another winger next season, with the transfer speculation surrounding Gaitian? Wayne Rooney, rather surprisingly, has been substituted in the both of the last two matches, is this significant? Petrucci. What does the future hold? Do you think Baines could be on Sir Alex’s radar after he said Fabio will be going out on loan next season?

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If you’re listening on a Mobile Device, use this link – Episode 29

Welcome to the twenty-ninth Can They Score Manchester United podcast. After a sunny week, this pod sees Tom, James, Jonas and I look back at our surprisingly difficult victory against the Cottagers, interview Blackburn Rover blogger, Mikey Delap, before previewing the match in full and finishing off with a few of your questions. This pod is the last one in a fortnight as Tom and I go on our respective travels before returning to review the Villa match in a fortnight’s time.

Questions Discussed Include: If there was any one player from United’s history who you could bring back to help us during the run in, who would it be and why? In the long term, how beneficial could the injury to Lindegaard be to Manchester United? What truly makes a great footballing team? Looking back, what do you think went wrong at OT against Blackburn and what do you expect United to do differently? What reception will Phil Jones get at Ewood Park?

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If you’re listening on a Mobile Device, use this link – Episode 28

Welcome to the twenty- eigth Can They Score Manchester United podcast. After a turbulent week, this pod sees Doron, Nik, Tom and I look back at our unsurprising elimination from the Europa League, emphatic victory at Molineux and preview our domestic PL match, next Monday, against Fulham with a little help from Fulham’s Finest, as well as reviewing United’s 1st Leg Semi-Final loss to Chelsea.

Questions Discussed Include:Tactically, do you think SAF was outfoxed by Bielsa in both legs? With many people linking United with Crystal Palace’s young English RB, Nathaniel Clyne, in the summer, how did you rate Rafael at the weekend and what have you made of his progression, or lack of it, over the last 12 months? Once Vidic returns from injury, presumably next season, can you see Evans dropping out of the Starting XI? What does Pogrebnyak offer that Zamora didn’t? If Berbatov is leaving, we will only have Rooney, Welbeck and Little Pea as our recognised strikers, which one player would you bring in to our squad in the summer and why?

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If you’re listening on a Mobile Device, use this link – Episode 27

Welcome to the twenty- seventh Can They Score Manchester United podcast. After an indifferent seven days, this pod sees Tom, Jonas, Samuel and I look back at our disappointing Europa League defeat, Rooney- driven victory against WBA, and preview the three United matches in the next week; Athletic away, Chelsea in the FAYC (with @ManUnitedYouth) and Wolves away (with @WolvesBlogger)!

Questions Discussed Include: Are United risking the loss of their AAA rating in Europe’s Elite? We really seemed to struggle to dictate the play at Old Trafford, as Athletic controlled the tempo of the game, so you do you think SAF will bring in Scholes to try and keep more of the ball? Who are the key players for United in our Semi- Final against Chelsea in the FA Youth Cup? United are top of the League, are you surprised we’ve caught up so soon?

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If you’re listening on a Mobile Device, use this link – Episode 26

Welcome to the twenty- sixth Can They Score Manchester United podcast. After an awesome week, this pod sees Miguel, Tom, Steven and I look back at our surprising 3-0 victory at White Hart Lane, look ahead to our trip against Atheltic Bilibao, including an interview with David Jaca, and preview our domestic PL match against West Brom, on Sunday.

Questions Discussed Include: Phil Jones and the RB conundrum – does he deserve to be playing there? Ashley Young- Following a poor run between injuries in the winter, what did you make of his performance and, more generally, his impact in his first season? Wayne Roone y- Having scored his 18th PL goal of the season (28% of our goals) against Spurs, just how important is he to United’s title ambitions? Iker Munian is a player the casual English, Spanish football follower hears a lot about; could you just describe him, his position and his progression? Obviously DDG has been under the spot light this season but one player who hasn’t been is Ben Foster, how do you think he has done since he left United?

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If you’re listening on a Mobile Device, use this link – Episode 25Welcome to the twenty- fifth Can They Score Manchester United podcast. After a busy week, this pod sees Jonas, Steven, Tom and I look back at our disappointing 2-1 defeat against Ajax, nerve-racking victory at Carrow Road and preview our domestic PL match against Spurs, on Sunday; including an interview with Spurs blogger, Jack from You’ll Win Nothing With Yids.

Questions Discussed Include: Just how amazing is Ryan Giggs? When Lindegaard’s prolonged absence was confirmed, a lot of people said it would be make or break for David De Gea; just how well has he done over the last few weeks? United visibly improved when switched to three in Central Midfield. Would you like to see more of this system in the remaining games? The last couple of games have been characterised by an inability to keep the ball for sustained periods. Why do you think this problem has returned? Tactically, how do you expect Sir Alex to approach this fixture at WHL?

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If you’re listening on a Mobile Device, use this link – Podcast 24

Welcome to the 24th Can They Score Manchester United podcast. After a quiet weekend, this pod sees Adam, Tom, Steven and I look back at our professional 2-0 victory over Ajax, look ahead to our second-leg Europa League fixture on Thursday and preview our domestic Premier League match against Norwich, on Sunday; including an interview with Norwich City blogger, Holtamania.

Questions Discussed Include: How good is Cristian Eriksen? Should Pogba play in the Second Leg? How significant will Antonio Valencia’s injury be? You’ve got £30 million to spend on a CAM this summer, who do you buy? Who is United’s best Penalty taker from the last 30 years and why?

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If you’re listening on a Mobile Device, use this link – Episode 23

Welcome to the twenty- third Can They Score Manchester United podcast. After a successful weekend, this pod sees Tom, Samuel and I look back at our strong 2-1 win over Liverpool, preview our first footsteps into the Europa League (including an interview with a Dutch football writer) and a quick look ahead at our trip to Carrow Road on Sunday, the 26th Feb.

Questions Discussed Include: Should Manchester United be in the Europa League? Is Wayne Rooney a big match player? Do you think Paul Scholes could end up at Euro 2012? Will Grant Holt cause Jonny Evans many problems on Sunday?

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If you’re listening on a Mobile Device, use this link – Episode 22

Welcome to the twenty- second Can They Score Manchester United podcast. After an eventful week, this pod sees Doron, Jonas, James and I look back at our cracking 3-3 draw at Stamford Bridge , preview Liverpool’s trip to Old Trafford and ponder on the notion of supporting Manchester United.

Questions Discussed Include: Do you think the manner of our comeback, at SW6, will psychologically damage our opponents during the run in? Will Scholes re-retire at the end of the season? Should Welbeck or Hernandez partner Rooney against Liverpool? Is there a problem with people who aren’t locals supporting the team?

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If you’re listening on a Mobile Device, use this link – Episode 21

Welcome to the twenty- first Can They Score Manchester United podcast. After a roller-coaster week, this pod sees Steven, Tom, Adam and I look back at our loss at Anfield, our victory against Stoke, our trip to SW6 and full analysis of Ravel Morrison’s departure to Upton Park.

Questions Discussed Include: Who was at fault for Liverpool’s two goals, at Anfield, last week? At 26, just how good could Valencia be? Who should start at CB at Stamford Bridge? Was the time right for Ravel Morrison’s departure?

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