Manchester United's rich history spans almost 150 years. Yet the essence of everything the club is about the story, the romance, and the tragedy can be found in the span of a decade from 1958 to 1968 from the Munich Air disaster to the winning of the European Cup. Matt Busby's personal mission, his drive, his ambition to create a team that was the very best. This is that story told through interviews you've never heard, you'll hear from a number of key individuals, Bobby Charlton, Bill Folkes, George Best, Dennis Law, Brian Kidd, Jackie Blanchflower, Albert Scanlan, and even Busby himself in interviews from the 1970s, 80s, and 90s.

00:00 The Decade That Defined Manchester United

01:06 The Rise of the Busby Babes

03:28 European Ambitions and Early Challenges

07:52 The Munich Air Disaster

10:26 Rebuilding After Tragedy

11:15 The Road to European Glory

13:57 The 1968 European Cup Final

16:57 Reflections and Legacy

Manchester United, The Lost Tapes. Stories from United's rich history, told in a way you've never heard before. Written by Wayne Barton, produced by Ed Barker and narrated by Paul Ansorge.

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Few players in the storied history of Manchester United Evoke emotion in the same way that's conjured by these three words, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer with six league titles, two FA cups and intercontinental cup, and of course, a champions League. Solskjaer enjoyed success on a level that few have. His contribution to that success is etched in history. His winning goal in the 1999 Champions League final earned him sporting immortality. However, when he arrived at Old Trafford in the summer of 1996, nobody knew his name, much less how to pronounce it.

00:00 The Arrival of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

01:11 Early Days and First Impressions

03:54 Making a Mark

04:57 Rising Star

07:49 First Season Success and Challenges

12:15 Injuries and Comebacks

15:01 Struggles and Determination

18:48 Partnerships

22:13 Reflecting on a Season Finale

23:19 Triumph in the Champions League

23:46 New Season, New Challenges

24:11 The Drive for Continued Success

26:59 Facing Middlesbrough and Reflecting on Performances

31:52 A Comeback from Injury

32:29 The Second Career: A Fresh Start

38:35 The Hunger

40:17 The Legacy of Sir Alex Ferguson

41:16 Reflections

Manchester United, The Lost Tapes. Stories from United's rich history, told in a way you've never heard before. Written by Wayne Barton, produced by Ed Barker and narrated by Paul Ansorge.

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Have a footballer and his manager ever been as alike as Roy Keane and Alex Ferguson? From his signing for Manchester United in 1993, Keane evolved into an on pitch general in the image of his manager. Theirs was a relationship which was one of the most compelling in football history. Ferguson, the omnipresent overlord patrolling the sidelines and Keane his chosen representative snarling in the middle of the pitches that he ran for over a decade. Today, the two football personalities famously don't get on. It's easy to forget though, that together their relationship formed such a successful dynamic. Well, this is that story. The story of the evolution of Keane at United.

00:00 The Dynamic Duo: Roy Keane and Alex Ferguson

01:15 Early Days at United

02:13 Settling In and Making an Impact

03:15 Rising to the Occasion

07:13 Injuries and Comebacks

10:19 Leadership and Legacy

14:40 The Road to Recovery and Redemption

20:11 Champions League Aspirations

29:37 Reflecting on Past Matches and Injuries

30:24 Approach to Different Opponents

31:09 European Cup Aspirations

35:42 FA Cup Victory

41:18 Contract Negotiations

46:16 Champions League Setbacks

54:33 Legacy and Departure

56:38 Dedication

Manchester United, The Lost Tapes. Stories from United's rich history, told in a way you've never heard before. Written by Wayne Barton, produced by Ed Barker and narrated by Paul Ansorge.

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Welcome to Hell: Manchester United's 1993 Trip to Galatasaray

"This is Manchester United, The Lost Tapes. Stories from United's rich history, told in a way you've never heard before. In 1993, Manchester United ended the 26 year wait to win a league title. Their reward for that piece of history was to compete in the European Cup, or the Champions League, to give it its new name at the time. United had qualified for the semi finals in each of their five campaigns under Sir Matt Busby, winning it, of course, in 1968. The club's first foray into the tournament in almost a quarter of a century was to end in stunning, controversial fashion, with one of the most memorable ties in the history of the competition. This is Manchester United's Welcome to Hell."

In this episode of Lost Tapes Extra, Ed and Wayne delve into Manchester United's notorious 1993 trip to Galatasaray, famously dubbed 'Welcome to Hell.'

Find the accompanying episode with original interviews by Tom Tyrell and voiceover by Patrick Barclay here.

00:00 Introduction to the Infamous 1993 Match

01:40 The Context of English Football in Europe

02:57 The Hostile Atmosphere in Turkey

05:06 The Game and Its Challenges

09:55 Post-Match Chaos and Reflections

16:36 Political and Long-Term Ramifications

26:17 Ferguson's Perspective and Team Development

31:11 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes

The Lost Tapes is written by Wayne Barton. Narrated by Patrick Barclay. Produced by Ed Barker, Studio 1878.

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"Manchester United has been subject to numerous takeover attempts in its rich and controversial history. In the early 1980s, Robert Maxwell chanced his arm, so too did Rupert Murdoch with BSkyB in 1998. We all know about the Glazer family's seizing of control in 2005 and Sir Jim Ratcliffe's recent acquisition of a minor but controlling share. Still, perhaps the most infamous of all remains Michael Knighton's fascinating attempt to buy Manchester United in the summer of 1989."

In this episode Ed and Wayne discuss the story behind Michael Knighton's attempt to buy United in 1989. It's a wild story with some amazing original audio in the sister episode in this series.

00:00 Introduction to Michael Knighton's Takeover

02:00 Memories and Reactions

03:58 Knighton's Background and United's Financial Struggles

06:03 The Bizarre Publicity Stunt

07:31 The Financial Promises and Player Signings

10:11 The Collapse of the Deal

12:00 The Aftermath and Knighton's Legacy

22:10 Other Takeover Attempts in United's History

28:25 Reflections on Ownership and Conclusion

The Lost Tapes is written by Wayne Barton. Narrated by Patrick Barclay. Produced by Ed Barker, Studio 1878.

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Arsenal vs. Manchester United: Bitter Rivals

"English football has always had its rivalries. Where there's a champion, there's a challenger. With over a century of history, it had rarely been the case that two of the most successful teams were competing at the same time, and that was the case towards the end of the 20th century. Manchester United and Arsenal competed against each other for a generation, it was under Alex Ferguson and Arsene Wenger when competition became an interchangeable."

In this episode of the Lost Tapes Extra, Ed and Wayne delve into the intense football rivalry between Arsenal and Manchester United during the late 1990s and early 2000s. They discuss memorable matches, key moments, and iconic figures such as Sir Alex Ferguson and Arsène Wenger. The conversation covers the highs and lows of both clubs, from the dramatic FA Cup semi-final in 1999 to the Battle of the Buffet in 2004, and culminates in the legacy left by this period of fierce competition. Through personal anecdotes and historical analysis, the episode provides a comprehensive look at one of English football's most storied rivalries.

The Lost Tapes is written by Wayne Barton. Narrated by Patrick Barclay. Produced by Ed Barker, Studio 1878.

00:00 Introduction and Host Banter

00:55 Arsenal vs United Rivalry: The Late 90s and Early 2000s

03:14 Memorable Moments and Key Players

06:29 The 1990 Brawl and Its Aftermath

13:53 The Rise of Arsene Wenger

20:54 The 1998-99 Season: A Historic Rivalry

24:17 The Peak of Rivalry: United vs Arsenal

25:44 Memorable Moments: Beckham's Goal and More

27:26 The Best Game: A Timeless Classic

28:24 Arsenal's Resilience and United's Confidence

34:49 The Battle of the Buffet: Arsenal's Unbeaten Run Ends

39:54 Keane vs Vieira: The Tunnel Incident

43:33 The Decline of Arsenal and the End of an Era

45:57 Final Thoughts and Legacy of the Rivalry

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In 1993, Manchester United ended the 26 year wait to win a league title. Their reward for that piece of history was to compete in the European Cup, or the Champions League, to give it its new name at the time. United had qualified for the semi finals in each of their five campaigns under Sir Matt Busby, winning it, of course, in 1968.

The club's first foray into the tournament in almost a quarter of a century was to end in stunning, controversial fashion, with one of the most memorable ties in the history of the competition. This is Manchester United's Welcome to Hell.

Manchester United, The Lost Tapes. Stories from United's rich history, told in a way you've never heard before. Written by Wayne Barton, produced by Ed Barker and narrated by Patrick Barclay.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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