The Shambles United Podcast: Recent Episodes
Shambles United
A passionate, breathtaking and no holds barred analysis of the enigma that is Manchester United Football Club. After the glory days under the legendary Sir Alex Ferguson, the Red Devils are now enduring turbulent times. This podcast serves as an honest and mostly unbiased analysis of the players, manager, coaches, the board, and the owners.
First time host, Satamitra is joined by a regular, Kevin Ranka and second time panelist Manu Ramchandran. The episode gets into the thick of how Ralf's time has brought in a deluge of concerns, a host of issues and a humbling in terms of the season's expectations. The panelists vent out their frustrations and sound their opinions on what has been and what is to transpire with a hope of light at the end of the tunnel.
Host Pranav Shahaney is back with regular guests Satamitra and Yash Shah, after a long hiatus. The episode picks up almost poetically from where we left of last time around, about the legacy that the club legend is leaving behind. The conversation gathers steam when discussing about who shall be next, comments about the interim situation, challenges to be overcome by the Red Devils and their new manager, as well as parting thoughts on what this season beckons for the squad.
Host Pranav Shahaney is back with regular guests Satamitra Ghosh Dastidar, Krishna Chaitanya and Yash Shah. The motley gang talk about what's wrong, as usual, at United post a glittering summer window and a start that was flattering to deceive. They get into the thick of what has been amiss on the pitch from the array of superstars on paper and what can be the possible solutions to our midfield as well nitpicking about our abhorrent defense. The episode ends with an eye on the Sunday derby with Liverpool and predictions of what is to ensue.
Regular host Pranav Shahaney takes back the helm of this episode as regular guests Satamitra Ghosh Dastidar and Kevin Ranka are joined by first-timer Manu Ramchandran. The quartet gets into the thick of things about what's been ailing at Old Trafford and how the sheen of a spectacular start of the season has been lulled lately. Tactics, hot takes on player combinations, as well as prospects for the games to come domestically and in Europe alike are lobbed across, keeping an eye on whether Ole is out or in!
Guest host Krishna Chaitanya quizzes regular guest Karan Advani and first time joinee Rakesh all about Man UTD's bejeweled academy! The episodes meanders through the ins and outs of how our loan players are doing, the prospective chances they are getting currently and how will they fare in the future. With a slight sprucing up on the contextual ebb and flow of the young devil's youth league chances and predictions, finally the conversation ends with a gab about our breakout stars for this season.
Guest host Karan Advani takes the reigns of this episode as he is joined by Eshaan Shah and Satamitra. The trio starts the conversation on the back of an emphatic return to the OT for Ronnie and a rollicking atmosphere from the game against the Magpies. They quickly transition into the Red Devil's prospects in Europe and the game's preview at Bern with a quick prattle on some key aspects of Utd's play. The episode ends with their views on how the squad is shaping up with the likes of talent at disposal for Ole and what it means for the season ahead.
In this episode, guest host Krishna Chaitanya along with regular guests Satamitra and Yash Shah let loose on the advent of CR7 returning to the Theatre of Dreams. They talk about how the transfer coup transpired, what it means for the club and much more!
In this episode, host Pranav Shahaney along with regular guest Satamitra and debutante Kevin Ranka delve into what's UTD missing post the sobering draw at St. Mary's and what changes can be tuned into the the Red Devil's squad as well as tactics to make this season memorable. They further pick up the transfer talk from the previous episode and continue on about how the transfer deadline pan out for UTD. The pod ends with predictions about the upcoming match at Molineux.
In this episode host Pranav Shahaney along with regular guests Karan Advani and Satamitra drum up their views about Varane and chalk out how United's prospects stack up in the English and European context, sprinkled in between with their opinions about the incomings cum outgoings at OT keeping an eye on the business that has been witnessed circa post SAF. It crescendos with chatter about predictions on the Red Devils' EPL position, POTS as well as which teams will be the unlucky 3 to take the drop to the championship!
In this episode, guest host Krishna Chaitanya along with guests Yash Shah and Satamitra get stuck into the euphoria of United's stellar showing in the tranfer market with the signings of Heaton, Sancho and Varane, and what do they bring to the table and what it means for the squad. They further talk about the further prospective signings, especially the need of a holding midfielder. The episode ends with them discussing about whom they want to see the back of at OT.
In this episode, host Karan Advani takes up critiques, nuances and opinions from guests Chaitanya, journo Kaustubh and Wembley Steward Raul about the finals of the Euro and what transpired on the day. With each sharing their views on the English team and why it went to Rome, the conversation crescendos on how the English players were treated and various intricacies that can be ramified for the events as such.
In this episode, Pranav Shahaney and Karan Advani interview Bundesliga expert and Borussia Dortmund fan Tom Johnson about Jadon Sancho and his move to Manchester United. Johnson discusses his price tag, positioning and the impact of this transfer on both teams.
In this episode, host Pranav Shahaney is joined by two of the show's regular guests Karan Advani and Satamitra Ghosh Dastidar. The panel discuss what's brewing for the Red Devils' featuring at the European Championships. A few hot takes aside, they delve into what's hot and not for the respective teams of United's feature players and who's been stealing the limelight. Finally, the episode ends with the panel picking their favourites for the Euros again.
In this episode, host Pranav Shahaney welcomes Joe Lyons, a football journalist at Prost and Stretty News. He's also joined by two of the show's regular guests Karan Advani and Satamitra Dastidar. The panel discuss everyone from Bruno Fernandes to Dylan Levitt - all Red Devils that will feature at the European Championships. At the end, everyone gives their prediction for the tournament and the United player they think will do the best.
In this episode of the podcast, host Pranav Shahaney and guests Karan Advani, Yash Shah and Satamitra, discuss about how United pulled curtains on a season of glorious highs and immutable lows. The discussion ebbs towards their reviews on what transpired, players who stood out and a few caveats about their consensus on the Player of the Season as well as what would be the takeaways from this toothsome season.
In this episode, we have a guest host in Krishna Chaitanya, who is joined by Shots and a guest on the panel in Kaustubh Pandey, who's a freelance journalist to discuss United's biggest mystery, Anthony Martial. The Frenchman has split opinion of fans and rivals alike, with blazing displays of sheer talent on side and long barren spells on the sidelines, either with injuries or form. Does Ole have him in his plans or is it time for Tony to find greener pastures elsewhere? The discussion then ends with a celebration of Cavani's atrocious goal and a prediction of the lineup for the final Premier League game of the season.
In this episode, host Pranav Shahaney is joined by Satamitra Ghosdastidar and Yash Shah to discuss the injury and impact of the Manchester United captain Harry Maguire. The trio discuss what he's brought to United, why he's so vital to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, and what needs to be done to help take his game to the next level. Then the discussion moves to discussing the club's defenders before previewing the Fulham game and talking about fans coming back into Old Trafford for a game for the first time in over a year.
In this week's episode, guest host Karan Advani is joined by debutant Shotomitro Dastidar along with Krishna Chaitanya and Giri Harish. They deep dive into the contents of Joel Glazer's letter to the fans. The panel further goes on to discuss the abysmal fixture congestion and whether Ole would be forced to rotate his key personnel. The episode ends with predictions for the Aston Villa game tonight.
In this episode of the podcast, host Pranav Shahaney and guests Yash Shah and Eshaan Shah discuss the recent Europa League win. They then dive deep into analysing the Red Devils' options in the middle of the park. Fred dominates the conversation and the panel have their say on the Brazilian's performances. Potential transfer targets like Declan Rice, Yves Bissouma, and Jadon Sancho are also talked about. Later in the show, everyone gives their take on the Liverpool game, predicting a tough game against Jurgen Klopp's men.
In this episode of the podcast, host Pranav Shahaney is joined by Karan Advani, Krishna Chaitanya and Kaivalya Divekar to discuss Ed Woodward and the fallout of the European Super League. Woodward, undoubtedly one of the most unpopular figures at the club, recently resigned from his role as executive vice chairman. The panel discusses his reign, his successes and failures, and potential replacements. Later in the episode, the 50+1 rule is looked at before matters move back on to the pitch to talk about the top four and the Leeds United clash on Saturday.
In the second episode of the Shambles United podcast, host Pranav Shahaney is joined by Karan Advani, who's now a regular guest on the show, along with debutant Krishna Chaitanya. The three discuss the impact of Edinson Cavani and what the future holds for the Uruguayan. Jose Mourinho is mentioned and torn to shreds by the panel for his comments on Pogba while Ole Gunnar's tactics against Spurs and Granada are put under the microscope. At the end, everyone makes predictions for the Burnley tie, with only two out of the three picking a United win.
In this episode, host Pranav Shahaney is joined by Karan Advani, Giri Harish, and Jomy KJ to discuss Manchester United's goalkeeping dilemma. Dean Henderson has benefitted from David de Gea's leave of absence, but with the Spaniard back, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has a huge decision to make. The panel analyses the merits of the two shot-stoppers and gives their verdict on who they would rather see in goal every week. Also, Thursday night's Europa League win against Granada is dissected, and Sunday's trip to Tottenham Hotspur is discussed at the end of the show.
In this introductory episode of The Shambles United Podcast, host Pranav Shahaney is joined by two esteemed guests. Karan Advani and Adnaan Khan are hardcore Manchester United fans and together the trio explain what you can expect from the podcast and hint at the topics they'll be discussing in the coming weeks. Sunday's win against Brighton is another important event that the panel dig deep into. Later in the episode, everyone gives their picks for United's Player of the Season, and surprisingly, none of them pick Bruno Fernandes.