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Rant Cast 99 – 40,000 against one

Ed — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:35:04 +0000

In this week’s packed Rant Cast we look back at Manchester United’s traumatic loss to Liverpool in the FA Cup, including some disgraceful scenes involving Patrice Evra. What does the Anfield crowd’s reaction mean for race relations in the game? We also discuss David de Gea’s form, with the young Spaniard struggling to impose himself at Anfield.

Ed & Paul look back at United’s comfortable victory over Stoke City at Old Trafford, which included an exciting Premier League début by French midfielder Paul Pogba. We talk transfers as Ravel Morrison departs and Féderico Vaselli joins the club from Manchester City, no less.

Finally, we talk about the England captaincy, and veterans Paul Scholes and Ryan Giggs, whose presence at Old Trafford endures. We also look forward to the weekend game with Chelsea at Stamform Bridge.

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Rant Cast 98 – a battle between good and evil

Ed — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:56:51 +0000

On this week’s Rant Cast regulars Ed and Paul discuss Manchester United’s fine win over Arsenal at the Emirates. We talk about Arsenal’s demise, injuries, tactics and Danny Welbeck’s fine form. It was a win that kept United in touch with Manchester City at the top of the Premier League, but at what cost?

We ponder the latest speculation surrounding youngster Ravel Morrison, answer your twitter questions and look forward to a big week ahead. United visit Liverpool in the FA Cup on Saturday, in a match that is sure to have the most hostile atmosphere, for all the wrong reasons. Then Stoke City visit Old Trafford on Tuesday as Sir Alex Ferguson’s men seek three vital points in the league.

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Rant Cast 97 – Roberto’s red card

Ed — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:49:34 +0000

On this week’s Rant Cast we discus Manchester United’s routine win over Bolton Wanderers at Old Trafford, a game in which Sir Alex Ferguson’s men laboured to victory. We discuss Rio Ferdinand’s riddiculous Twitter-inspired boots, talk Dimitar Berbatov’s mystery trip to Germand and ponder the market for youth transfers.

Regular presenters Ed and Paul, also talk the Olympics, review United youth’s FA Youth Cup victory this week, preview the upcoming match with Arsenal at the Emirates and talk red cards – especially the imaginary variety so loved by Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini.

This week’s exit tune is “We’re gonna do it again” – by the Manchester United squad, 1995.

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Rant Cast 96 – return of the Prince

Ed — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 10:32:07 +0000

On this week’s packed Rant Cast we discus Manchester United’s ‘game of two halves’ with Manchester City in the FA Cup – a fixture that saw the return of former-now-current player Paul Scholes. We discuss youth – Ravel Morrison’s latest bout of trouble. And we ponder the fallout from the recent Wayne Rooney/Sir Alex Ferguson spat.

Regulars Ed and Paul discuss Eric Cantona’s bid for the French Presidency – or not as the case may be – and while we’re on former legends we talk about Mark Hughes and the Welshman’s return to management. Finally, we ponder the relegation race, say goodbye to Darron Gibson, talk about Spurs’ bid for the title, and preview the weekend’s fixture with Bolton Wanderers at Old Trafford.

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Rant Cast 95 – ok, now panic!

Ed — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 12:02:25 +0000

On this week’s packed Rant Cast we discus a period in which the wheels fell of Manchester United’s title challenge, with defeats to Blackburn Rovers and Newcastle United. We ponder the key issues of the week, including Sir Alex Ferguson’s decision to drop David de Gea, Nani’s form, Phil Jones’ mistakes and United’s set pieces.

Regulars Ed and Paul talk Anderson, with the normally big-boned Brazilian back and looking trimmer than ever, and we talk about the title run in. Who is favourite for the Premier League from here on in? We ponder youth – when will United’s talented younger players get a chance in the first team – and we preview this weekend’s huge fixture with Manchester City in the FA Cup third round!

Finally, we discuss the conclusion to the Luis Suarez affair, and ask whether Liverpool has lost all respect from the football community for its actions in the past two months?

This week’s exit theme tune is ‘Panic’ – The Smiths.

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Rant Cast 94 – that was the year that was

Ed — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 09:36:29 +0000

On this week’s bumper edition, Rant Cast regulars Ed and Paul discuss Manchester United’s recent win against Wigan Athletic at Old Trafford, with the Reds hitting five for the second week in a row. We ponder the club’s lengthening injury list and talk Dimitar Berbatov – will he stay or will he go? There’s also an interview with award-winning blogger Andrew Thomas from Twisted Blood.

We look ahead to coming fixtures with Blackburn Rovers and Newcastle United in the Premier League, and finally, we talk about the highs and lows of 2011 in our end of year report.

This week’s exit theme tune is ‘Auld Lang Synd’ – Kenneth Mckellar.

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Rant Cast 93 – Merry Rant Cast

Ed — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 11:39:08 +0000

On this week’s Rant Cast regulars Ed and Paul discuss Manchester United’s recent wins in west London against QPR and Fulham – marking a fine return to form for Sir Alex Ferguson’s men. We preview the upcoming Boxing Day game against Wigan Athletic at Old Trafford, and reminisce about some of our favourite festive memories.

Finally, we talk racism – again – with a partial conclusion to the ongoing Patrice Evra/Luis Suarez affair.

This week’s exit theme tune is ’12 Cantonas’ – sung by Paul – with apologies for anybody who is not clinically deaf.

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Rant Cast 92 – Thursday nights, Channel Five

Ed — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 14:49:45 +0000

On this week’s Rant Cast regulars Ed and Paul discuss Manchester United’s upcoming Europa League campaign. We talk Premier League – reviewing United’s victory over Wovlerhampton Wanderers last weekend, and the games with QPR and Fulham to come this week. And we ponder the latest twist in Ryan Giggs’ ongoing court battle with Imogen Thomas. We also talk transfers – who might United buy in the winter window. Or more accurately, who United will not.

With apologies for the slight loss of fidelity on Ed’s audio this week.

This week’s exit theme tune is ’12 Cantonas’ – Helen & Natasha.

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Rant Cast 91 – pride of all Europe?

Ed — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 14:35:38 +0000

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On this week’s Rant Cast regulars Ed and Paul discuss Manchester United’s elimination from the Champions League after defeat to FC Basel in Switzerland. We ponder the consequences for the team, the financial implications, and discuss where it all went wrong. We also review United’s Premier League victory at Aston Villa last weekend, and look [...]

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Rant Cast 90 – all about the kids

Ed — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 10:33:49 +0000

On this week’s Rant Cast regulars Ed and Paul discuss Manchester United’s draw with Newcastle United in the Premier League, and the embarrassing loss to Crystal Palace in the Carling Cup. We talk youth – should Paul Pogba and Ravel Morrison have started against the Championship strugglers. We ponder Anderson’s injury – is this the end of the pie-loving Brazilian? And we look forward to games against Aston Villa in the Premier League, and FC Basel in Europe.

Finally, we say goodbye to Gary Speed, a former Leeds United player who received a rousing send-off at Old Trafford.

This week’s exit theme tune is ‘Lift It High (All About Belief)’ – Manchester United squad, 1999.

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