Knock off the Perch - A Manchester United Podcast

🚨 SEASON PREVIEW IS HERE! 🚨 The 2025–26 season feels like a reset button for Manchester United. Years of patchwork squads and short-term fixes have been replaced by a clear plan — and this summer we’ve seen the biggest churn in the squad for a decade. ✅ Big names in. ❌ Deadwood out. And the spine of the team starting to look… solid.

In this episode, we break down:

🔴 The rebuild – why it was overdue and how it’s been executed.

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Manchester United is reportedly in the final stages of deciding between Benjamin Sesko and Ollie Watkins. In this episode, we break down the strengths of both, who fits better in the current system, and what either could bring to a reshaped attacking unit.

We also touch upon the progress seen in pre-season—more cohesive pressing, sharper wing play, and a growing sense of structure and positivity in the squad. All signs point to an ...

In this episode, we break down Manchester United’s current transfer dilemma: should we prioritise a new midfielder to partner Ugarte or go all-in for a new striker to complement Cunha and Mbuemo?

Plus, we review the 2-1 pre-season win vs West Ham, with standout performances from Bruno Fernandes, Matheus Cunha, Manuel Ugarte, and Patrick Dorgu. What worked, what didn’t, and what it means ahead of the season opener. Let us know in th...

Manchester United’s preseason kicks off with a 0–0 draw vs Leeds – but are the cracks already showing? We break down key talking points from Amorim’s first outing in charge: a missing midfield engine, Cunha and Yoro impressing, and where Amad is actually playing. We also dissect the academy prospects who showed glimpses of promise, and what this game says about the tactical identity Amorim is trying to build. Transfers are heating ...

Bryan Mbeumo is close to joining Manchester United — and honestly, not enough fans are talking about just how underrated this move could be.

In this Manchester United Weekly episode:

• We break down the Premier League stats that put Mbeumo ahead of many of United's current wingers

• His pressing, creativity, and versatility

• How he fits into Ruben Amorim's 3-4-3

• What fans can realistically expect from Mbeumo in 2025/26

• And...

Remember when we thought Manchester United could finish in the top four? Maybe win a trophy or two? Yeah, neither does the team. In this prediction autopsy episode, we revisit our start-of-season hot takes and compare them to the tragic reality that unfolded: 🎯 League finish: Where we thought we'd end up 🏆 Domestic trophies: Spoiler — we brought home nothing but stress 🌍 Europa League: One foot from glory, one goal short 🔥 Brea...

Manchester United have officially hit rock bottom. A 1-0 loss to Tottenham in the Europa League final has left the club with no Champions League football next season. Combine that with a 16-17th-place Premier League finish—the worst in modern club history—and this is the lowest point fans have witnessed in decades.

In this week’s episode of Manchester United Weekly, we break down the brutal end to the season and look ahead to what ...

Manchester United haven’t won a Premier League game in nearly two months. After another dismal loss to Chelsea, we dissect what’s going wrong at Old Trafford. From player mentality to tactical misfires and management mistakes — nothing is spared. We also discuss what the non-negotiables are heading into next season if this league form continues. Has the Europa League form papered over the cracks? Let’s break it down. We break down ...

Three defeats. One last shot at redemption. Manchester United face Tottenham Hotspur in the Europa League Final, with their record against Spurs this season reading 0 wins from 3: two defeats in the Premier League and a Carabao Cup exit. But as the lights shine brightest in Bilbao, can United finally deliver?

In this episode, we go deep:

• A tactical breakdown of all 3 defeats vs Spurs this season

• How Ruben Amorim’s 3-4-3 sys...

This week’s double-length Manchester United Weekly dives deep into a difficult topic for fans: Has Manchester United lost its place among Europe’s elite?

We track United’s European record since Sir Alex Ferguson’s departure, spotlighting the shocking underperformance in both Champions League and Europa League. Then, we ask the pressing question — Is United now just a Europa League team?

With domestic rivals like City, Liverpool, an...

This week on Manchester United Weekly: We preview the big clash against Athletic Bilbao — a real test for United's Europa League ambitions — and discuss Matheus Cunha, the Brazilian attacker being lined up as a key summer signing. We break down tactics, key battles against Bilbao, Cunha's strengths and weaknesses, and how he'd fit into Ruben Amorim’s 3-4-3 system.

#MUFC #EuropaLeague #MatheusCunha#ManchesterUnited #MUFC #Athletic...

A big win in France, but the job’s far from done. In this episode, we review Manchester United’s 7-6 comeback victory over Lyon, highlighting standout performances, tactical changes, and the moment that shifted momentum.

Then we zoom out to the bigger picture: can this United side — under Ruben Amorim — actually win the Europa League? We break down the remaining contenders in Athletic Club, Tottenham Hotspur, and Bodø/Glimt, and as...

💬 Is Andre Onana living up to Manchester United’s iconic goalkeeping legacy? Or is he falling short of expectations? This week, we break down his performances and compare him to legendary United goalkeepers like Peter Schmeichel, Edwin van der Sar, and David de Gea 🧤. 🚨 We also dive into Onana's stats against Premier League elites such as Alisson Becker, Ederson, David Raya, and Jose Sa 🙌. With a focus on shot-stopping, reliabi...

In this episode, we tackle the big question: Is Bruno Fernandes a Manchester United legend? We break down the criteria that define a United icon—statistics, longevity, club success, and those unforgettable moments—and compare Bruno’s early impact with that of past legends like Bryan Robson, along with other Premier League midfield maestros like Lampard, Gerrard, and David Silva.

Key points include:

• Statistical Comparison: How...

Manchester United’s story is woven into the history of Old Trafford—a stadium that has witnessed the club’s highest highs and lowest lows. From the Busby Babes to Fergie’s dominance, and now, Ruben Amorim’s new chapter, the Theatre of Dreams remains at the heart of it all.

And in the latest act? A thrilling 4-1 (5-2 aggregate) Europa League victory over Real Sociedad, led by a Bruno Fernandes hat-trick, has reignited hopes of makin...

Manchester United are at a crossroads. We break down the FA Cup exit to Fulham, the crucial second leg against Real Sociedad in the Europa League, and the massive Premier League clash against Arsenal. With the season hanging by a thread, how will Amorim rotate his squad? We also take a deep dive into what United’s summer transfer window could look like, drawing lessons from Amorim’s Sporting rebuild. Who stays? Who goes? And what k...

Manchester United are finally climbing the Premier League table, but what are the realistic expectations for the rest of the season? Can they make a push for the Top 4, or is it all about cup competitions now?

At the heart of everything is Bruno Fernandes—United’s most important player, yet also its most heavily criticized. Roy Keane and other ex-players have torn into him, but do they have a point?

In this episode, we break down: ...