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The Devils’ Advocate: A Manchester United Podcast

'The guy's ridiculous, you've got to get him'

Gaz and Joe want Mbeumo and Gyökeres, plus which league are United top of?

‘I’d take £130 million’

Gaz and Joe discuss the arrival of Matheus Cunha and the future for Bruno Fernandes.

'Cunha's a better footballer than Garnacho'

Gaz and Joe reflect on the win over Aston Villa and discuss Alejandro Garnacho's future.

Emergency Pod: Defeat in Bilbao

Gaz and Joe react to Manchester United's Europa League final defeat.

The Europa League Final Preview

Joe joins Gaz live from Bilbao, to preview the game that will define the season.

'They give with one hand and take with the other'

Gaz and Joe discuss the highs of Athletic Club to the lows of West Ham.

Does the Premier League matter?

Gaz and Joe look ahead to the Athletic Club second leg after defeat at Brentford.

'United can beat anyone and get beat by anyone'

Gaz and Joe look ahead to a big European week and Liverpool's 20th Premier League title.

We Can Win The Europa League

Gaz and Joe review the euphoric Lyon comeback and Wolves defeat.

'Why would you make yourself the centre of attention?'

Gaz and Joe talk the Lyon games, defeat to Newcastle and Andre Onana.

'Great responsibility to win' - Amorim

Ruben Amorim speaks ahead of their game against Newcastle.

'I've made more mistakes than Onana' - Amorim

Ruben Amorim's press conference after the draw at Lyon.

'Matic didn't read full quote' - Amorim

United boss Ruben Amorim and Diogo Dalot ahead of Lyon.

Dire Derby

Gaz and Joe are joined by boxer Pat Brown after the derby draw.

Ruben Amorim post Nottingham Forest

The United boss reacts to the 1-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest.

Forest then City

Gaz and Joe are look ahead to the Forest and City games.

Season Review So Far

Gaz is joined by his Total Sport co-presenter Emily and fans Karthik, Cerys, and Harry.

'You can tell it's the international break'

Gaz Drinkwater and Joe McGrath look at who's performing well for their countries.

Hojlund's in heaven as Heaven suffers injury hell

Gaz and Jay talk Manchester United as Hojlund scores but Heaven suffers an injury scare.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe with Dan Roan

Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe speaks exclusively to Dan Roan.

Should Have Beaten Arsenal!

Gaz and Joe are in better spirits after United's draw with Arsenal.

'Rooney is right to say that Amorim is naïve'

Gaz & Joe discuss Wayne Rooney's comments calling Ruben Amorim 'naive' after FA Cup loss.

Amorim: "I'll speak to Garnacho"

Hear from the United boss after they beat Ipswich 3-2.

Got away with it

Gaz and Joe discuss Manchester United's 2-2 at Everton

Peter Schmeichel

The treble winner joins Joe to talk about his new documentary.

"We're Not Special Anymore"

Gaz and Joe are dismayed by the defeat at Spurs.

"Anything could happen"

Gaz and Joe talk the FA Cup win over Leicester City and ahead to Spurs.

When Does It End?

Gaz and Joe look back at another home defeat and the departure of Marcus Rashford.

Back to Back Wins

Gaz and Joe discuss wins over Rangers & Fulham, and Amorim's message to Marcus Rashford.

Worst United Team Ever?

Gaz and Joe look back at the defeat to Brighton and reflect on the passing of Dennis Law.

The King: Tributes to Denis Law

Alex Stepney and Paddy Crerand pay tribute to Denis Law, who has died aged 84.

United Knock Arsenal Out

Gaz, Kim and Jay reflect on United's FA Cup win at Arsenal

Could've Beat Liverpool

Gaz and Joe reflect on a much better United showing drawing 2-2 with Liverpool.

Relegation Form

Gaz and Joe react to the Newcastle defeat and the decision to sub Joshua Zirkzee.

Beaten By Bournemouth, Again!

Gaz and Jay react to the 3-nil beating by Bournemouth.

Diallo's Derby!

Gaz and Joe are buzzing after beating City 2-1!

Ashworth Gone

Gaz and Joe after the 3-2 defeat to Forest and reaction to Dan Ashworth's departure.

Zirkzee Was Great!

Gaz and Jay react to the 4-nil win over Everton.

Best 81 Seconds Of My Life

Gaz and Joe review Ruben Amorim's first game in charge.

That's Amorim: Ruben speaks as Man Utd boss

How will Ruben Amorim's Manchester United lineup, and what makes him believe?

Rúben Amorim's First Week

Gaz and Joe look ahead to Ruben Amorim's first game in charge.

Amorim Arrives, Ruud Goodbye?

Gaz and Joe react to the win over Leicester.

'I don't really know what to make of it'

Gaz and Joe discuss Chelsea, Van Nistelrooy and Bruno Fernandes' comments about Ten Hag.

Ruben Amorim Is In. Utd confirm their new coach

Gaz and Joe talk job titles, release clauses and what might happen under Amorim.

Amorim In

Manchester United have confirmed Rubin Amorim will join from Sporting as head coach.

Who is Ruben Amorim?

Bill Rice looks at the career of the Ruben Amorim after links with Manchester United.

Ten Hag Sacked

Gaz and Joe chat about Erik ten Hag's departure.

Pressure Eased!

Gaz and Joe chat about that win over Brenford.

Best Manager Post Fergie?

Gaz and Joe chat about who the best manager has been post Sir Alex Ferguson.

Safe For Now?

Gaz and Joe are joined by fan Kim Burdett after the 0-0 draw with Villa.

The beginning of the end?

Gaz and Joe are joined by Rich Fay after United are thumped by Spurs.

Still confident United can get the top four?

Gaz and Joe talk the Palace draw, top four chances and this week's games.

Who is a 'future star' in United's ranks?

Gaz and Joe look at the Southampton win and ask which United player is a 'future star'.

Great Scott! Will United miss McTominay?

Scott McTominay keeps on scoring for Scotland, but will Manchester United miss him?

Battered by Liverpool

​Gaz & Joe discuss United's derby day defeat to Liverpool.

Ugarte In, McTominay Out?

Gaz and Jay discuss a busy week of transfers and the last-gasp defeat at Brighton.

Zirkzee's Debut Goal

Gaz & Joe are joined by fan Kim Burdett after Joshua Zirkzee's debut goal against Fulham.

Premier League Preview

Gaz and Joe are joined by Manchester World's Rich Fay ahead of the Premier League season.

Wembley Again

Gaz & Joe are joined by The Guardian's Jamie Jackson to look back at United's pre season.

New Trafford?

Gaz and Joe talk new stadium's and recurring injuries!

Should Scott Stay?

Gaz and Joe ask whether Scott McTominay should remain at Manchester United?

The New Era

Gaz and Joe are gutted after England's defeat in the Euro 2024 final.

United With England

Gaz and Joe are joined by the United and England fan off the tele, Andy Milne.

Dan Ashworth Confirmed

Gaz and Jamie react to Dan Ashworth's arrival at the club.

Sir Jim's Latest Comments

Gaz and Joe react to Sir Jim Ratcliffe's latest round of interviews.

Erik Stays!

Gaz and Joe react to the news Erik ten Hag will remain at Manchester United.

FA Cup Winners!

Gaz and Joe are buzzing after winning the FA Cup!

Your Treble XI

Gaz and Joe are joined by the We're Not Really Here podcast to pick a combined Treble XI

8th In The Premier League

Gaz and Joe talk about back to back wins in the Premier League.

I Don't Care Anymore

Gaz and Joe are fed up again after losing again in the league, this time to Arsenal.

It's Not Even Funny Anymore

Gaz and Joe reflect on the hammering at Crystal Palace and the future of Erik ten Hag.

It's Not Even Funny Anymore

Gaz and Joe reflect on the hammering at Crystal Palace and the future of Erik ten Hag.

Nicky Butt Exclusive

Former Manchester United midfielder Nicky Butt on Erik ten Hag, INEOS & the FA Cup.

The Football's So Bad

Gaz and Jay are fed up after more dropped points, this time against Burnley.

Lost For Words

Gaz and Joe are shell shocked after Wembley.

Erik Must Beat Coventry

Gaz and Jay are once again deflated after the draw at Bournemouth.

Draw With Liverpool

Gaz and Joe are joined by Kim Burdett after the 2-2 draw with Liverpool.

A nail in the coffin for Ten Hag?

Joe and Gaz look back at the draw with Brentford and what that means for United's season

WSL Derby Defeat

Gaz and Joe are joined by Nat Burrell who watched the WSL derby defeat to City.

We beat Liverpool

Gaz and Jay reflect on a memorable day at Old Trafford.

We're Gonna Beat Liverpool

Gaz and Joe are confident ahead of Liverpool in the FA Cup.

Down After Derby Day

Gaz and Joe are down in the dumps after the defeat to City.

'You can wipe that smile of your face for starters'

Mike Minay, Natalie Pike, Gaz Drinkwater & Jay Mottershead talk up the Manchester derby.

Fulham Defeat

Gaz and Jay reflect on a damaging defeat to Fulham.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe: The Interview

Sir Jim Ratcliffe's first interview since his minority stake in United was confirmed

Is Top Four On?

Gaz and Joe are full of love for Rasmus Hojland's form.

McTominay's Our New Solskjær

Gaz and Jay think United's top four hopes are back on track.

Three Goals, Three Points

Joe and Liam discuss the win against West Ham and look ahead to Aston Villa.

Internal Matters

Gaz, Joe and YouTuber Will Kemp talk the Newport win and the latest with Marcus Rashford

New CEO From City

Gaz and Joe talk about Omar Berrada's arrival as CEO from Man City.

New Year, Same Old United

Gaz and Joe dissect the draw with Spurs.

Win at Wigan

Gaz and Joe look back at the FA Cup win over Wigan.

Sir Jim's In

Gaz and Joe react to the Christmas period and Sir Jim's arrival.

'We Won 0-0'

Joe, Gaz and United fan Michala Hulme look back on the 0-0 draw with Liverpool.

Battered By Bournemouth

Gaz and Joe react to United's latest horror show.

Worst Performance This Season

Gaz and Joe call the defeat at Newcastle the Worst Performance This Season.

'Manchester United's Best Ever Goal'

Gaz and Amber talk about that Garnacho goal!

Sir Jim Stake Imminent?

Gaz and Joe talk Sir Jim Ratcliffe has he closes in on a 25% stake of Manchester United

The Premier League's Most In Form Team

Gaz and Joe can't believe United are the league's most in form team!

Bruno To The Rescue

Gaz and Joe react to United's much needed win at Fulham.

Derby Day Defeat

Joe and Gaz reflect on the 3-0 defeat to Manchester City.

The Manchester Derby Preview

City podcast We're Not Really Here meets United's The Devils' Advocate ahead of the derby

Memories of Sir Bobby Charlton

Gaz and Joe hear your memories of Sir Bobby Charlton

Are We Finally Close To A Takeover?

Gaz and Joe react to the news Sheikh Jassim has pulled out of the race to buy the club.

The Great Scot!

Gaz and Joe are joined by Olympic Gymnast Sam Oldham after Scott McTominay saves United.

Manchester United in disarray - Champions League hopes OVER already!

BONUS EPISODE: Do you still believe in Erik ten Hag after losing at home to Galatasaray?

Home Record in Pieces

Gaz and Joe react to United's home defeat to Crystal Palace.

'Hallelujah'

Gaz and Joe are joined by fan Jamie Blood to look back at the win over Burnley.

Beaten by Brighton again

Gaz Drinkwater, Jay Motty & Amber Haque look at United's crushing defeat to Brighton.

Antony delays return to address allegations

What will Antony’s delayed return mean for Manchester United?

Screaming Into A Pillow

Gaz and Joe are riled up after the defeat to Arsenal, plus more on Jadon Sancho.

Lack of a Left Back

Joe is joined by Olympic boxer & United fan Frazer Clarke and Jamie Blood.

You've had three transfer windows, make sure Martial is not your only option!

Gaz, Joe and Michala look back at the Spurs defeat and assess United's striking options.

We Got Lucky

Gaz and Joe are joined by Jamie Blood as they look back at the Wolves win.

Season Predictions

Gaz and Joe are joined by Michala Hulme and come up with their season predictions.

Pre-Season Results Don't Matter

Gaz and Joe are joined by Kim Burdett to review three straight defeats in pre-season.

Lessons From Pre-Season

Gaz is in the studio, Joe in the USA to look at United's pre-season so far.

Who Should Be The Next Captain?

Joe McGrath is joined by Jay Motty and Two Door Cinema Club's Kevin Baird.

David De Gea Departs

Joe and Gaz are joined by Jamie Blood as David De Gea departs the club.

Where Will Mount Fit In?

Joe and Gaz chat Mason Mount's expected arrival with Michala Hulme and Chelsea fan Alex.

We're Still In Limbo

Joe and Gaz are back! Nothing has changed, United are not sold & haven't made a signing

Sir Jim or Sheikh?

Jay is joined by United fans Jamie & Jonny who are split on who should take over the club

End Of Season Awards

Joe and Gaz look back on the 22/23 season with their end of season awards.

We're Not Bitter, But...

Gaz and Joe are joined by Game Of Thrones' John Bradley after losing the FA Cup final.

The Night Before on Wembley Way

Gaz, Joe, Mike and Nat look ahead to the FA Cup Final live from Wembley Way.

FA Cup Final - How To Beat Manchester City?

Last podcast before the FA Cup with Joe & Gaz. How do Manchester United beat City?

Ten Hag's Speech On The Pitch Has Made Me Believe

Gaz, Jay and Jamie review the Premier League season as it comes to a close.

Back In The Champions League!

A Special Devils Advocate as Manchester United is BACK in The Champions League.

A Point From Top Four

Joe & Gaz recap on the win at Bournemouth, where Manchester United all but sealed top 4.

Bournemouth Is A MUST Win!

3 vital games left in the Premier League, will Manchester United get top 4?

Top 4 Is In Our Reach!

A win at Old Trafford is cause for celebration with Joe & Gaz.

Wolves Build Up and Women's FA Cup Final Chat!

We chat FA Cup final, new owners and a big Premier League CLASH!

I Don't Believe We Can Win Away Games

What's happened to United away from home? Gaz, Joe and Michala try to answer it.

I'm Worried They'll Be No Bounce Back This Time

Gaz and Jay come to terms with the loss at Brighton and whether United can "bounce back."

Protests and performances

Gaz and Joe look back on the fan protest that happened ahead of United v Aston Villa.

Shocking 2 Points Dropped For Manchester United!

United lost a 2 goal lead against Spurs last night, Joe & Gaz react!

"I'm absolutely exhausted. I might start crying."

Joe and Gaz discuss United's FA Cup semi-final win which sets up an all-Manchester final.

Manchester United CRASH Out Of Europe!

The Reds have been battered away from home in a must win quarter final against Sevilla

United Are Responsible to Help Stop the Apocalypse

The weekend's win over Nottingham Forest gave Manchester United but Gaz has concerns.

What Happened to United in the Last 10 Minutes?

From a 2-0 lead to a draw at home to Sevilla, what happened to United last night?

Joe’s Not a Fan of Martial

Gaz and Joe review the 2-0 win over Everton and Martial divides opinion...

A Vital Win Against Brentford at Old Trafford

Gaz, Joe and Kim are back with a new episode all about United's win against Brentford.

What’s Happened Since the Carabao Cup Final?

Gaz and Joe are joined by Michala Hulme as they dissect the 2-0 defeat at Newcastle.

Luke Shaw to Sign a New Deal for Manchester United!

The Devil's Advocate reacts to news that Luke Shaw is going to sign a new deal

Dreaming Of Claiming Kane

Gaz and Joe talk about their dream to sign Harry Kane for Manchester United next season.

Extended Deadline for New Manchester United Owners!

The International break is here but there is still loads to talk about.

United Are Going Back to Wembley

Gaz Drinkwater and Joe McGrath discuss United going back to Wembley in the FA Cup.

Bring On Europe! (Instant win reaction)

The Reds march on and will meet Sevilla in the quarter-finals of the Europa League.

The Tinchy Stryder One

Joe McGrath is with music star & United fan Tinchy Stryder to chat Southampton & Betis.

Massive Europa League Win!

Manchester United have battered Real Betis in the Europa League, Gaz & Joe discuss.

The Liverpool Defeat Inquest

Gaz and Jay begin the inquest into Manchester United's record defeat 7-0 at Liverpool.

Manchester United’s Are Into the Quarter Finals of the FA Cup!

Join Joe & Gaz to chat about United being in the Quarter Finals of the FA Cup.

United Are Back

How many trophies United will win this season, and will the Glazers still sell the club?

Manchester United Are the Best Team in the World!

Reaction to Manchester United beating Barcelona.

We Could Still Win Four Trophies

Gaz and Joe are joined by Michala Hulme and talk about the win over Leicester.

An Epic Clash Against Barcelona!

Manchester United did the fans proud in their incredible 2-2 draw at the Camp Nou.

It’s Like a Movie but We No Longer Watch a Sad Ending

Gaz and Joe chat with Michala Hulme about the Leeds win, Barca trip and Marley & Me.

A Comeback at Old Trafford

We review the Leeds United game THEN we preview the Leeds United game, that simple.

Standing on the Shoulders of Giants

Gaz and Joe remember the Busby Babes, reflect on Palace and Gaz has a gift for the pod!

The Final Awaits

We're The Famous Man Utd And We're Going To Wembley!

I Love Casemiro

Gaz and Joe have found even more reasons to love Casemiro after his brace against Reading.

One Foot on Wembley Way

A brilliant semi final win against Forest and we preview our 4th round FA Cup clash.

We Lost but We’ve Come a Long Way

Liam and Joe are remaining upbeat after the 3-2 defeat at Arsenal.

We Are Beating Arsenal

Gaz and Joe are confident ahead of United's trip to Arsenal.

Forget Blue Monday, Manchester Is Red

Manchester is red! And Gaz and Joe are absolutely buzzing after a 2-1 win over Man City.

Rashford’s Gonna Score in the Derby

This week it's your ultimate preview to United vs City, with Joe, Gaz and Michala Hulme.

Shaw’s the Best Full-Back in the World

Six wins in a row have Gaz and Joe getting excited about 2023 on this week’s podcast.

Martínez Over Otamendi Any Day

Gaz and Joe are joined by Natalie Burrell, stunned by THAT World Cup Final!

I’d Take Mourinho if Southgate Goes

A World Cup exit, two defeats in Spain for United & Rashford's lack of game time.

I Went To School With Rabiot

A look back at England's last 16 win over Senegal & a look at United's trip to Spain

Time For a Game of Takeover Tennis

Manchester United are for sale - but who are the potential buyers?

Emergency Podcast - Ronaldo and the Glazers

Gaz and Joe on 36 hours which has seen Cristiano Ronaldo leave and an owners' statement.

I’d Give Him My Kidney

The World Cup is under way so how are United’s players are getting on in Qatar?

That Ronaldo Interview

Is Cristiano Ronaldo's Manchester United career over after criticising the club?

The Gaz Curse

It kicks off when Joe calls out Gaz for allegedly cursing United with his predictions.

Title Winning Form?

Gaz thinks United are showing title winning form but Joe and Michala aren't having it.

A Love Letter to Lisandro

Gaz Drinkwater & guests are bouncing after United beat Spurs & drew, just, at Chelsea.

Grumpy Gaz and De Gea The Great?

Gaz and Joe get stuck in over Ronaldo’s disallowed goal against Newcastle at the Weekend.

CR700

Gaz and Joe discuss United's win over Everton - including Ronaldo's 700th career goal.

Therapy

Gaz Drinkwater and Joe McGrath comfort each other after a derby hammering from Man City.

It's Derby Day

Gaz, Joe and Kim preview the Manchester derby, and talk Harry Maguire's form.

Get Off The Fence

Argh Kid David Scott joins Joe and Michala to review the season so far.

Antony: The New Nani?

United are flying - Gaz and Joe discuss the Arsenal win and Antony's home debut.

Ten Hag's New Brazilian

After back-to-back victories and the signing of Antony, are Man Utd a top four contender?

The Dawg In Them

Have Manchester United found “the dawg” in them?

Rock Bottom?

Gaz and Joe contemplate if their team hit rock-bottom with a 4-0 thrashing by Brentford.

Painting The Shed

Gaz and Joe fall out over the loss to Brighton and the strength of the United side.

The Ronaldo Saga

The Devils' Advocate discusses Cristiano Ronaldo and Manchester United's pre-season.

Looking forward to the 22/23 season

Explore the busy world of Manchester United with a podcast dedicated to everything Red.