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Man United's Dressing Room Is FED UP! Is Carrick Being Failed?

Are Manchester United's players being let down by the board? And how much pressure is Michael Carrick really under? Gaz Drinkwater and Callum Stone return to The United Foundry to dissect Manchester United's 1-1 draw with Leeds United, the improvements in midfield and the growing questions surrounding Carrick's future. After Lisandro Martinez's outspoken comments about the club's ambition, the lads discuss whether Bruno Fernandes and the rest of the dressing room are becoming increasingly frustrated with United's leadership. There's also a big debate over Kobbie Mainoo's place in the team, whether Carlos Baleba and Andrey Santos should continue together, and what United need to achieve this season. Plus, could Manchester City face a points deduction severe enough to send them down? Gaz and Callum react to the latest reports and debate what an appropriate punishment would look like. In this episode: - Leeds 1-1 Manchester United: signs of improvement? - Is Michael Carrick too cautious? - Have Manchester United's standards dropped? - Kobbie Mainoo vs the Baleba and Santos partnership - Bruno Fernandes' frustrating start to the season - Lisandro Martinez's comments and criticism of the board - The importance of Como and Bournemouth - Manchester City's reported points-deduction threat What do you think? Is Carrick the right man to take United forward, or are the problems above him too significant? Let us know in the comments. 00:00 Welcome to The United Foundry 01:41 Leeds 1-1 Man United: Signs of improvement? 04:48 Did Carrick get his second-half tactics wrong? 08:31 What would make this season a success? 11:36 Champions League vs Europa League ambitions 13:21 Baleba and Santos impress in midfield 16:00 Does Kobbie Mainoo still start? 21:21 What's going wrong with Bruno Fernandes? 22:43 Lisandro Martinez's comments and the board 27:13 Have United wasted Bruno's best years? 31:09 Could dressing-room frustration affect Carrick? 33:15 Como and Bournemouth previews 36:42 Gaz's new lifestyle gets questioned 42:25 Man City's reported points-deduction threat 45:37 What punishment should Man City face? 49:15 Final thoughts Subscribe to The United Foundry for Manchester United news, match reaction, analysis and honest fan opinion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

51 min

The NEVER ENDING Cycle at Manchester United | Another Rebuild, Same Problems

Manchester United are stuck in the same never-ending cycle… but who is really to blame? 🔴 On this episode of The United Foundry Podcast, we reflect on another frustrating performance as United draw 1–1 with Tottenham, leaving fans questioning the players, the manager and the direction of the club. We discuss the growing apathy among supporters, the lack of intensity and identity on the pitch, and why the same problems seem to follow Manchester United from one manager to the next. Is it time to look beyond the dugout and ask bigger questions about the ownership, leadership and football structure? We also get into the wider controversy surrounding Manchester City and the impact it is having on the conversation around the Premier League, Bruno Fernandes' loyalty to United, and the difficult questions facing Michael Carrick as the pressure continues to build. With Atlético Madrid and Leeds on the horizon, where does Manchester United go from here? Is this another temporary setback, or are the problems much deeper than anyone wants to admit? 0:00 Welcome to The United Foundry Podcast 0:30 Man United 1–1 Spurs: Back With a Whimper 3:24 Is the Rot Coming From the Top? 4:09 The Atmosphere at Old Trafford 5:43 Do the Players Deserve the Fans' Support? 8:09 Michael Carrick Under Pressure 10:29 The Never-Ending Cycle at Manchester United 12:01 INEOS, Recruitment and the Club's Direction 13:06 Bruno Fernandes' Loyalty and United's Transfer Strategy 14:40 How Bad Was United Against Spurs? 16:08 Are United's Squad-Building Decisions Failing? 19:00 More Ownership and Recruitment Questions 20:33 Is Carrick Being Let Down by the Club? 21:15 Another Manager, Another Reset? 22:04 Bruno Fernandes: Has He Wasted His Best Years? 23:36 Is There Any Hope for Manchester United? 24:32 The Toxic Environment Around the Club 25:52 The Fans' Frustration and Growing Apathy 26:12 Man City, Liverpool and the Premier League Controversy 27:00 Does the City Saga Make Football Feel Pointless? 33:41 The “Red Cartel” Debate and Financial Rules 37:03 Was the Liverpool Protest Against City Enough? 39:19 Looking Ahead to Atlético Madrid 40:36 United's Confidence and Fan Disillusionment 42:53 Will Another Managerial Change Fix Anything? 44:06 Could Antonio Conte Work at Manchester United? 45:18 Why United Keep Waiting to Appoint Managers 46:42 Atlético Madrid and Leeds Score Predictions 47:32 Is Carrick's Job on the Line? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

45 min E

MAN CITY GUILTY: How Far Should The Premier League Go?

Manchester City have reportedly been found guilty on 114 of the 115 charges brought against them by the Premier League — so what happens next? Gaz and Callum react to the huge story, debate what punishment Manchester City could face and discuss whether relegation, expulsion, forced ownership changes and legal action from rival clubs could now follow. They also look at what the verdict means for City’s success over the last two decades, whether titles should be stripped, the potential consequences for players and sponsors, and why the fallout could extend far beyond the Etihad. Later, the conversation turns back to Manchester United as they discuss the latest fan protests against the Glazers and INEOS, sponsor boycotts and whether attempts to “empty Old Trafford” can realistically work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

50 min E

TEN-MAN CITY EXPOSED MAN UTD! Carrick, INEOS & That VAR Shocker

Manchester United had the opportunity to take control of the Manchester derby against ten-man City — and somehow came away with even more questions. Gaz and Callum react to a hugely frustrating derby, including the controversial City goal and VAR decision, United's inability to break down ten men, Michael Carrick's substitutions, Marcus Rashford's performance and the mentality problems that continue to plague this team. But the problems go much deeper than one result. Was Carrick properly backed in the summer? Have INEOS left another Manchester United manager short? Is Project 2028 already looking unrealistic? And after another furious protest at Old Trafford, how much longer can supporters accept the way the club is being run? Plus, we look ahead to Brighton in the League Cup and ask just how much pressure United could be under if another poor result follows. Let us know below: who deserves the most blame for the derby — the players, Carrick, the officials or the people running Manchester United? Subscribe for Manchester United news, transfer updates, weekly podcasts, match previews, instant reactions, analysis, interviews and honest fan debate. 00:00 Manchester derby reaction 01:14 Where did it all go wrong? 05:35 Corruption or referee incompetence? 09:26 Why couldn't United break down ten men? 12:35 Carrick's substitutions questioned 17:46 United's defensive recruitment problem 22:35 Can these players handle the pressure? 25:54 Is Project 2028 already in trouble? 28:22 INEOS, Ratcliffe and the fan protests 34:14 Brighton becomes a must-win game 36:06 Have United got the Carrick appointment wrong? 38:41 Is Rashford United's best player right now? 40:24 Why Carrick got the United job 43:21 Are grown men allowed to wear football shirts? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

54 min

Manchester United Have Given Us A LOT To Talk About...

Manchester United have given us plenty to talk about... In this episode of the United Foundry Podcast, we look back at Manchester United's frustrating draw with Everton and discuss some of the issues that continue to follow this team. From game management and defensive concerns to mentality, individual performances and whether United are getting the best out of certain players, there's plenty to get into. We also talk Marcus Rashford, the upcoming Manchester derby, United's transfer business and the wider concerns around the club heading into the rest of the season. Plus, as always, there's plenty of nonsense along the way... 00:00 Intro 00:30 Everton 2-2 Manchester United 02:20 United's Game Management Problem 03:50 The Goalkeeper Debate 08:40 Was It Actually A Good Performance? 09:30 Did The Substitutions Cost United? 11:00 United's Defensive Problems 14:00 The Main Issues 18:00 Marcus Rashford Discussion 23:00 Are United Getting The Best From Their Players? 29:00 Transfer Business & Team Selection 35:50 Looking Ahead To The Manchester Derby 36:30 Goulburn Sports Update 42:00 The Manchester Derby Discussion 47:00 Manchester United's Financial Concerns 50:30 Final Thoughts & Random Podcast Chat 51:40 What's Coming Up On United Foundry Subscribe for Manchester United news, transfer updates, weekly podcasts, match previews, instant reactions, analysis, interviews and honest fan debate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

21 min E

Everton Away Is NEVER Easy | Can United Get the Win?

Manchester United face Everton in a huge Premier League clash! In this Everton vs Manchester United preview, we discuss everything ahead of the game, including United's defensive concerns, the impact of Marcus Rashford, possible team selection, our midfield options and who should start up front. We also give our score predictions and discuss why this Everton game is so important with a massive week ahead, including Champions League action and the Manchester derby. Can United build momentum? Can Rashford continue his strong return? And can Manchester United get the result they need against Everton? Let us know YOUR score prediction and starting XI in the comments! 👇 00:00 – Everton Preview with Lola 01:52 – What we learned from the Ipswich game 04:23 – Did United do enough in the transfer window? 06:51 – What should United achieve this season? 07:59 – How dangerous are Everton? 10:30 – Who should start against Everton? 16:01 – A huge week for Manchester United 17:06 – Everton vs Man United predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

53 min E

It’s Time to Admit Bruno Fernandes Is a Man Utd LEGEND

Is it finally time to put Bruno Fernandes among Manchester United's modern legends? After Bruno's hat-trick and another outstanding performance, Gaz Drinkwater and Callum Stone discuss where the United captain now ranks among the club's greats — and why some of the criticism he still receives makes absolutely no sense. There's also huge praise for Kobbie Mainoo after his performance against Ipswich, with Gaz arguing that Mainoo isn't simply a player with world-class potential: he's already world class. Plus: 🔴 Have Manchester United done enough in the transfer window? 🔴 Does Luke Shaw need replacing? 🔴 United's Champions League draw 🔴 Why Atlético Madrid could be a nightmare 🔴 A Jamie Carragher and Liverpool rant 🔴 Everton predictions Subscribe to The United Foundry for Manchester United news, reaction, debate and plenty more throughout the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

19 min E

Carrick Has a BIG Selection Decision vs Ipswich

Manchester United need a response against Ipswich. After a disappointing performance against Hull, Gaz is joined by Bradley Tooth from The Busby Way to look ahead to United’s return to Old Trafford and discuss why this already feels like a must-win game. They discuss Michael Carrick’s start to the season, whether United’s senior players need to step up, the attacking combinations Carrick could turn to, and whether the likes of Marcus Rashford, Shea Lacey and Amad should be pushing for a place in the starting XI. Plus, has Carrick been properly backed in the transfer window? What would represent genuine progress for United this season? And if United get a decisive late penalty… should Bruno Fernandes still be the man taking it? Let us know your predicted score and starting XI in the comments. Subscribe for Manchester United news, transfer updates, weekly podcasts, match previews, instant reactions, analysis, interviews and honest fan debate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

About The United Foundry

An independent Manchester United fan channel hosted by Gaz Drinkwater, bringing United supporters the latest news, honest opinions and proper debate on everything happening at Old Trafford. Expect regular Manchester United transfer updates, match previews, instant reactions, weekly podcasts, player analysis, interviews and discussion around the biggest stories affecting the club. Gaz is joined by guests, contributors and supporters to break down performances, transfers and the decisions shaping Manchester United — without the noise, agendas or recycled talking points. Whether you are watching from Manchester or supporting United from anywhere in the world, subscribe and become part of The United Foundry. Manchester United. Forged through discussion.

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Listening Dog Media
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Gaz Drinkwater
Years active
2026 - 2026
Episodes
17
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