The 15 Best Man U Podcasts (2026)

The Athletic assembled a proper dream team for this one. Ian Irving hosts alongside Laurie Whitwell, Carl Anka, and Andy Mitten — four journalists who actually break Manchester United stories for a living, not just react to them on Twitter. With around 485 episodes and counting, the show drops twice a week and runs between 40 minutes to just over an hour. The format is conversational but informed. These are reporters with genuine sources inside the club, so when they talk about what is happening behind the scenes at Carrington or in the INEOS boardroom, it carries real weight. The analysis goes beyond surface-level hot takes. Whitwell in particular brings detailed tactical breakdowns, while Mitten adds decades of historical context from covering United since the early Fergie years. Anka keeps things grounded with honest assessments that do not sugarcoat poor performances. Irving ties it all together as a host who knows when to push back and when to let the conversation breathe. Listeners regularly praise the show for its measured tone — rated 4.7 stars from over 250 reviews on Apple Podcasts. It does not pander to outrage clicks or doom-scrolling United fans. Instead, you get proper football journalism in audio form. If you only have time for one Man United podcast each week, this should probably be the one.

Stretford Paddock started as a YouTube channel and grew into one of the most prolific Manchester United content machines around. The podcast drops 4-5 episodes per week, hosted by Stephen Howson, Adam McKola, Jay Motty, and Joe. With over 850 episodes in the archive, they have covered everything from the final days of Mourinho through the Solskjaer era, the Ten Hag experiment, and into whatever comes next. The format is loose and fan-driven. Think of it as pulling up a chair at a pub table where everyone has strong opinions but also genuine knowledge about the club. Howson brings the emotional intensity, McKola offers more measured analysis, and Jay Motty adds humor that keeps things from getting too heavy when results are bad. They record pre-match previews, post-match reactions, transfer window coverage, and midweek discussion episodes. The morning news segments they push to YouTube and Facebook are a nice bonus for fans who want their United fix before work. Fair warning: some listeners have noted inconsistent audio levels between hosts and ads, so you might find yourself adjusting the volume occasionally. Rated 4.8 stars from nearly 200 reviews, the show has a loyal following that values its authenticity over polish.

Running since 2009, No Question About That (NQAT) is the grandparent of independent Manchester United podcasts. Ed Barker leads a rotating crew that includes Dan, Tom, Wayne, Dharnish, and several others, giving the show a genuine community feel rather than a one-host monologue. They have racked up roughly 1,000 episodes, which is staggering. The show stands out because it refuses to just talk about the last match. Yes, you get tactical analysis and post-match reactions, but also football finance breakdowns, club politics discussions, and deep dives into fan culture at Old Trafford. The dedicated tactics segment is especially good for listeners who want to understand formations and pressing triggers, not just argue about whether Bruno should be captain. NQAT Extra, available through Patreon or Apple Podcasts subscriptions, offers ad-free bonus content for those who want more. At 4.99 per month, it is reasonable for the volume of content you receive. With 361 reviews averaging 4.7 stars, the audience clearly values what the show delivers: honest, independent commentary from people who care about the club but are not afraid to be critical. Studio 1878 produces it independently, which means no editorial pressure and no corporate filter.

Andy Mitten started the United We Stand fanzine back in 1989, and it has been a fixture of Manchester United supporter culture ever since. The podcast extension carries that same spirit: fiercely independent, occasionally irreverent, and always rooted in the matchday experience. What makes this show different is where it gets recorded. Mitten regularly captures audio from Old Trafford and away grounds, so you hear the actual atmosphere — the singing, the tension, the collective groan when a shot goes wide. It feels like being there. With over 500 episodes released semi-weekly, the show mixes pre-match atmosphere, post-match analysis, and interviews with supporters, journalists, and former players. Mitten has been called arguably the most honest Manchester United pundit, and that reputation comes through clearly. He does not perform outrage for clicks or pretend everything is fine when it is not. The production is raw compared to slicker studio shows, but that is part of the charm. It is a fanzine in audio form, and fanzines have never been about studio polish. Rated 4.6 from 77 reviews, the explicit content tag reflects the honest language you would hear on the terraces. If you want your United coverage filtered through decades of genuine supporter experience rather than media talking points, Mitten delivers that consistently.

Scott Saunders brings something rare to the Manchester United podcast space: calm. His stated philosophy of never too high, never too low sounds simple, but it is genuinely refreshing when every other show seems designed to amplify the emotional extremes of supporting this club. A football journalist with over a decade of experience and a 30-year United supporter, Saunders combines professional media skills with authentic fan perspective. The show runs weekly with around 491 episodes in the archive, and episodes typically land between 25 and 65 minutes depending on how much there is to discuss. The analysis leans measured and considered rather than reactive. After a bad loss, you will not hear table-banging rants here. Instead, Saunders works through what actually went wrong tactically and what might realistically change. Guest episodes feature other journalists and occasionally former players, though the solo or duo episodes tend to be the strongest. The show carries an explicit content rating and holds a 4.6 star average from 48 reviews. It is worth noting that the podcast is dedicated in part to the memory of former co-host Rob Blanchette, which adds a layer of personal meaning to the project. For fans exhausted by the emotional rollercoaster of United fan media, this podcast offers a genuine alternative.

Mark Goldbridge built The United Stand into one of the biggest fan channels in football, and the podcast version captures that same energy in audio form. With 324 episodes and daily releases, the show covers transfers, match reactions, squad analysis, and everything happening around Old Trafford. Goldbridge is a polarizing figure in the United fan community — you either love his passionate, sometimes theatrical delivery or find it too much. There is no middle ground. But the numbers speak for themselves: the podcast holds a perfect 5.0 rating from 21 reviews, and the YouTube channel that spawned it has millions of subscribers. The format is straightforward fan commentary. This is not a journalism podcast or a tactics breakdown show. It is one dedicated supporter giving his honest, unfiltered take on the club he loves. Episodes run 40-60 minutes and feel like listening to a mate who watches every single game and remembers every transfer rumor from the last three windows. The show started as an audio version of his YouTube content, hosted on AudioBoom, and it works surprisingly well without the visual element. If you want raw fan energy and opinion delivered daily without the restraint of professional media, Goldbridge gives you exactly that.

Launched in late 2025, Inside Carrington is the newer of Manchester United’s two official podcasts, and it offers something the other cannot: genuine behind-the-scenes access to the training complex. Helen Evans hosts alongside club commentator Liam Bradford and former United defender Phil Jones, giving the show a mix of media professionalism, institutional knowledge, and dressing room credibility. With only 16 episodes so far, the catalog is small but growing weekly. The format centers on exclusive interviews with current squad members like Amad, Benjamin Sesko, and Diogo Dalot, plus legends like Rio Ferdinand and Denis Irwin who walk the Carrington corridors. These conversations feel different from standard media interviews because the guests are on home turf, literally inside the training ground, which produces a more relaxed and revealing dynamic. Episodes range from 23 minutes to nearly an hour. The show carries a perfect 5.0 rating, though from only 3 reviews so far. Presented by United Store and produced by the club itself, this is obviously not the place for independent criticism. But if you want to hear directly from the players and staff about life under Ruben Amorim, training routines, and locker room dynamics, no independent podcast can offer this level of access.

The original official Manchester United podcast, hosted by Sam Homewood, Helen Evans, and former player David May. With 176 episodes, the show focuses on long-form interviews with some of the biggest names in the club’s history. We are talking conversations with people who played alongside Beckham, trained under Ferguson, and shared a pitch with Ronaldo. The interview format sets it apart from most United podcasts. Rather than reacting to the latest match or transfer rumor, each episode sits down with a guest for 40-60 minutes and lets stories unfold naturally. Jimmy Nicholl reflecting on his gratitude to United, or a former player describing what it felt like to walk out at Old Trafford for the first time — these are the kinds of moments the show captures well. David May brings genuine insider credibility as a former player, while Homewood and Evans handle the hosting duties with professional ease. The show carries a remarkable 4.9 star rating from 276 reviews, making it one of the highest-rated United podcasts available. Episodes are free everywhere, though Manchester United App subscribers get early access 24 hours before general release. The last episode dropped in July 2024, so the release schedule is irregular, but the back catalog is a treasure trove for any United fan who loves club history.

Manchester is RED comes from the Manchester Evening News, which means Steven Railston and Tyrone Marshall bring the kind of local journalism perspective that national outlets simply cannot match. With 747 episodes and semi-weekly releases, the MEN team has been covering United through every twist and turn of recent years. The show is strongest when it breaks local news or provides context that only beat reporters embedded in Manchester can deliver. When there are rumors about what is happening inside the club, these are often the journalists who either confirm or deny them first. Episodes run 33-59 minutes and cover team news, match analysis, and the politics surrounding the club. The production has a straightforward news-podcast feel — no comedy bits, no elaborate segments, just two knowledgeable reporters discussing what they know. Some listeners flag excessive advertising and occasionally uneven audio between hosts, which is a common issue with newspaper podcast operations. The show holds a 4.1 rating from 94 reviews. That score partly reflects frustration with ads rather than the quality of analysis, which is consistently solid. If you want your United coverage from journalists who attend every press conference and have relationships with people inside the club, this delivers that local newspaper authority in podcast form.

Alex and John host this podcast specifically for Manchester United supporters on the American side of the Atlantic. With 730 episodes and weekly releases, they have built one of the largest United fan communities in North America. The show covers match recaps, tactical analysis, injury updates, player ratings, and transfer news, always through the lens of fans watching from a different time zone. There is a regular listener Q&A segment that gives the show a community radio feel. Episodes typically run 45-60 minutes, though some stretch past 90 minutes during busy transfer windows or after particularly dramatic results. The format is conversational and fan-driven rather than journalistic. You get genuine supporter reactions — the frustration after a limp defeat, the cautious optimism after a good signing, the endless debate about squad depth and tactical setups. With 651 reviews averaging 4.8 stars on Apple Podcasts, the listener base is massive and engaged. The show maintains active social media accounts on Twitter and Instagram, plus an email address for listener questions, creating a proper community around the pod. Some reviewers note occasional reactionary commentary after bad results, but that is honestly part of the authentic fan experience. For American Reds who want United coverage that acknowledges the unique experience of supporting from thousands of miles away, this is the obvious pick.

Two data scientists who happen to be Manchester United fans decided to make a podcast, and the result is unlike anything else in the United podcast space. Aaron Moniz and Kees van Hemmen bring actual analytical rigor to their discussions -- think expected goals models, pressing intensity metrics, and pass completion heat maps rather than vibes and gut feelings. With 162 weekly episodes, the show has built a reputation for level-headed, evidence-based analysis that cuts through the noise of reactionary fan media. Episodes run 53 minutes to over 90 minutes, and the length reflects the depth of their preparation. When they break down a match, they bring data visualizations and statistical context that most podcasts completely ignore. Their assessment of whether a player is actually declining or just going through a rough patch comes backed by numbers, not just the eye test. The show holds a 4.8 rating from 65 reviews, with listeners consistently praising its non-reactionary approach. Occasional guest appearances from other football analysts add variety, and the listener Q&A segments show real engagement with their audience. This is probably the smartest Manchester United podcast available right now. If you find yourself frustrated by hot takes and want someone to actually prove their argument with evidence, Moniz and van Hemmen have built exactly that show.

Wayne Barton is a published author on Manchester United history, and his podcast reflects that depth of knowledge. Talking Devils produces an impressive volume of content -- 524 episodes with daily updates that range from quick 5-minute news briefs to full 45-60 minute interview episodes. The guest booking sets this apart from pure fan podcasts. Paul Parker, an actual Manchester United legend, appears regularly on Mondays. Former youth players Lee Lawrence and Phil Marsh contribute insights about the academy system that you simply will not hear elsewhere. Barton also runs historical deep-dive episodes, drawing from his book research to tell stories about the club past that connect to the present. The mix of daily news, long-form interviews, tactical analysis, and historical content means there is something for every type of United fan. The show even covers the women team, which many United podcasts overlook entirely. Hosted on Acast and rated 4.6 from 11 reviews, the audience is smaller than some rivals but intensely loyal. The views expressed are noted as independent from any editorial oversight, giving Barton freedom to be genuinely critical when he needs to be. If you want a podcast that treats Manchester United as a living institution with 140-plus years of history rather than just a collection of current transfer targets, this delivers.

Sam, Dan, and Nick keep things refreshingly straightforward on United Peoples. The show started as a companion to their YouTube channel, United Peoples TV, offering a condensed audio version for listeners who cannot sit through full video episodes. With 198 episodes and what is effectively twice-weekly releases despite the description saying bi-weekly, the show covers match reactions, transfer news, and the talking points circulating through the United fanbase. Episodes are tight, typically running 20-37 minutes, which makes them easy to fit into a commute or a lunch break. The trio has built a loyal community around their no-nonsense approach to fan commentary. They are not trying to break news or provide tactical masterclasses. Instead, they offer three mates discussing their club with the kind of honest, pragmatic analysis that avoids both toxic negativity and delusional optimism. That balance resonates with listeners -- the show holds a perfect 5.0 rating from 73 reviews, which is impressive. The explicit content rating reflects honest language rather than anything particularly shocking. Contact options including WhatsApp and email suggest a show that genuinely values two-way engagement with its audience. For fans who want a quick, balanced United fix without the time commitment of longer shows, United Peoples delivers exactly that.

United Hour grew out of the RedCafe.net online forum community, and that origin story shapes everything about the show. Hosted by a rotating cast including Nik, Imran, Jamie, Ed, and Ashwin -- all season ticket holders from the Stretford End and J Stand -- the podcast captures the voice of fans who are actually in the ground every other Saturday. Running since 2014 with 192 episodes on a biweekly schedule, United Hour has quietly maintained one of the longest-running independent United podcasts without chasing trends or trying to become a media brand. The format is organic discussion among mates who have been debating United on internet forums for years. Episodes run 50 minutes to over an hour and cover post-match analysis, managerial decisions, tactical debates, and plenty of nostalgia. The RedCafe connection means the hosts bring a cross-section of forum opinion rather than just one perspective, and you can hear genuine disagreements play out in real time. Rated 4.3 from 22 reviews, the show does not have the biggest audience, but reviews consistently mention the entertaining discussions and passionate fan perspectives. If you miss the days when football fan discourse happened on forums rather than Twitter threads, United Hour preserves that energy. These are actual matchgoing fans talking about their club with knowledge earned from years in the stands.

Justin Moorhouse is a professional comedian. Nooruddean Choudry (Noz) built a massive following writing about football with humor on social media. Jim White brings broadcasting experience. Put them together and you get a Manchester United podcast that is genuinely funny, which is rarer than it should be in a space dominated by earnest analysis and furious rants. The show launched in 2025 and has 27 episodes so far, growing weekly. Each episode centers on a recent Manchester United match, but the conversations wander into tangential territory in the best possible way. The guest list is eclectic -- Max Rushden, Dave Kidd, Clive Anderson, and James Brown have all appeared, bringing perspectives from comedy, journalism, and broadcasting that you would never hear on a standard football pod. Episodes carry an explicit tag and vary in length, reflecting a format that prioritizes good conversation over rigid structure. The show maintains an active presence across Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Bluesky, and WhatsApp, suggesting the hosts understand modern audience engagement. With only one review and a 5.0 rating, the sample size is tiny, but the caliber of talent involved suggests this one will grow significantly. For United fans who are tired of doom and gloom and want to actually laugh while discussing their club, Moorhouse, Noz, and White offer something genuinely different.