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Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors THE RJ BARRETT EFFECT: Raptors offense finds its groove, defense locks in late vs. Hawks w/ Vivek JacobThe Toronto Raptors are took down the Atlanta Hawks 134-117 on Saturday night as RJ Barrett continued to prove his value to the Raptors' offensive ecosystem. In Episode 2014, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob to talk about how Barrett's helped the Raptors rediscover their offensive potency since returning from injury, the way the Raptors' defensive selectiveness helped them clamp down the Hawks in the final quarter of Saturday's game, Scottie Barnes' immense defensive impact and more. Off the top, Sean and Vivek chat about Barrett's 29 points against Atlanta, the ways in which he's helped the Raptors restore offensive...

2026-01-0536 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors Late blocks seal CLUTCH win for Raptors vs. Hornets & Brandon Ingram is HERE w/ Vivek JacobThe Toronto Raptors took down the Charlotte Hornets 110-108 on Monday night while Brandon Ingram loudly announced that he is very much here. In Episode 1985, Sean Woodley and Vivek Jacob recap the Raptors' clutch time win over the Hornets that ended on a pair of huge blocks by Brandon Ingram and Scottie Barnes. Off the top, Sean and Vivek assess the Raptors' performance in clutch time after going weeks without playing a close game, why the team's defense was the real stand-out when things got tight and the ups and downs of the offense in the late going. Next...

2025-11-1837 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors 10-Game Raptors Smell Test: The East is a Beast & are the Raptors REALLY this good on offense? w/ Vivek JacobTen games into the Toronto Raptors season, it's time to start looking at early trends and sniffing them to determine just how real they are. In Episode 1980, Sean Woodley and Vivek Jacob play the early season Smell Test and pick out some things they think are real, fake, and in need of more observation from the Raptors' 5-5 start. Off the top, Sean digs into why he thinks the Eastern Conference is destined to stay clustered from seeds 3 to 11 all season long, while Vivek talks about why he thinks the Raptors' improvement shooting at the rim is going to...

2025-11-1138 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors Darko Rajaković: On the hot seat, OR a COY Candidate? | Ochai Agbaji: Extension OR Trade?! w/ Vivek JacobIs Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajaković more likely to be a Coach of the Year finalist, OR to get fired before Christmas? In Episode 1923, Sean Woodley and Vivek Jacob play a few rounds of everyone's favourite Locked On Raptors Stupid Little Game: What's More Likely?! Off the top, they talk about whether Rajaković ahead of his third season on the job. If things go horribly, is there a chance he's let go before the New Year? Or is there a big opportunity for him to take a run at a surprise Coach of the Year award if Toronto ca...

2025-08-1333 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors Chris Boucher's heroic 4th quarter powers Raptors past Warriors w/ Vivek JacobYou cannot stop Chris Boucher, you can only hope to contain him -- which the Golden State Warriors very much failed to do as the Toronto Raptors took down Steph Curry's squad 104-101 on Monday day thanks to a 17-point, 7-of-9 fourth quarter effort from the longest serving Raptors player. In Episode 1785, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob to recap the Toronto Raptors' 104-101 win over the Golden State Warriors, bask in the glow of Chris Boucher's white hot week -- maybe the best of his Raptors career to date -- and talk about the other stuff that...

2025-01-1436 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors Raptors get BBQ trio healthy for first time in 10 months, get smoked by Bucks w/ Vivek JacobThe Toronto Raptors saw their core trio of Scottie Barnes, Immanuel Quickley and RJ Barrett reunited for the first time since March 1st, and subsequently got demolished by the Milwaukee Bucks. In Episode 1780, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sportsnet) to talk about the Raptors' 128-104 loss to the Bucks, their first impressions of the BBQ trio and the starting five, the miserable defensive effort put in by the Raptors, and more. Off the top, they chat about the offensive and defensive struggles of the starting five, how the BBQ trio looked playing off of one...

2025-01-0733 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors Raptors 4th quarter comeback vs. Bulls falls short; Jakob Poeltl injury is no bueno w/ Vivek JacobThe Toronto Raptors fell short in an attempted comeback against the Chicago Bulls and lost 122-121 on Monday while, while starting center Jakob Poeltl left the game with a groin injury. In Episode 1771, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sportsnet) to talk about the Raptors best efforts to come back without Poeltl in the fourth quarter, why the game offered a preview of what life without Poeltl will probably look like, the overall listlessness of the Raptors throughout the first three quarters, Jamal Shead's big fourth quarter and much more. Off the top, Sean and Vivek...

2024-12-1736 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors Toronto Raptors fall to Dallas Mavericks; Scottie Barnes is leaping w/ Vivek JacobThe Toronto Raptors fell to the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday night to fall to 7-17 on the season, but Scottie Barnes' 19-point, 14-assist outing continued to lay out the case that he's making the leap the Raptors are banking on him making. In Episode 1765, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sportsnet) to chat about the Raptors' 125-118 loss to Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving's Mavericks on Saturday night, in which Scottie Barnes was a +10, continuing the trend of him driving positive minutes for the team since his return from injury. Off the top, Sean and Vivek d...

2024-12-0936 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors Toronto Raptors at the Quarter Pole: The best, worst and most intriguing things from the first 21 games w/ Vivek JacobA quarter of the way into the NBA season, the Toronto Raptors are 6-15 and yet still feel like overachievers -- its' a wonderful thing! In Episode 1761, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sportsnet) to take stop of The Good, The Bad & the Hmm from the Raptors' first 21 games, with thoughts on player development, battling through the injury bug and much more. Off the top, Sean details why the discovery of some legitimate depth on the roster has been the best thing about the early stretch of the season, especially considering that depth looked like the...

2024-12-0335 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors Toronto Raptors fall to Cleveland Cavaliers; Guard play disparity, Jonathan Mogbo thrills & more w/ Vivek JacobThe Toronto Raptors dropped the first game of a four-game road trip on Sunday against the Cleveland Cavaliers, 122-108, as Cleveland's lead guard trio of Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland and Ty Jerome too much for the Raptors to hang with. In Episode 1755, Sean Woodley and Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sportsnet) to talk about the Toronto Raptors' 122-108 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday night, why guard play was the story of the night going both ways, how the Raptors can change the dynamic in the matchup with Cleveland, Jonathan Mogbo, Jonathan Mogbo and more Jonathan Mogbo. Off the...

2024-11-2537 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors Toronto Raptors fall flat NBA Cup opening rock fight with Milwaukee Bucks; Quickley injured again w/ Vivek JacobThe Toronto Raptors lost a rock fight with the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday night to open up the NBA Cup, falling 99-85 in a game where their identity as a team betrayed them. In Episode 1747, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob to talk about the Toronto Raptors' loss the the Bucks to open the NBA cup, the wretched math that cost the Raptors despite the Bucks having an awful offensive night, and the struggles of RJ Barrett. Next, they chat about Immanuel Quickley getting injured again, and the bigger picture concerns that come with this team still not...

2024-11-1335 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors RJ Barrett & Gradey Dick show the future, while Toronto Raptors honour the past and retire Vince Carters' no. 15 w/ Vivek JacobIt was an absolutely loaded weekend of Toronto Raptors basketball, as the team lost to LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night before celebrating franchise icon Vince Carter in a note-perfect jersey retirment ceremony on Saturday night as the Toronto Raptors took down the Sacrameno Kings in overtime, while RJ Barrett and Gradey Dick carried the day. In Episosde 1740, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sportsnet) to talk about the Toronto Raptors 1-1 weekend, RJ Barrett and Gradey Dick turning out star performances against both the Lakers and Kings as the Raptors continue...

2024-11-0435 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors Biggest takeaways from a Raptors weekend split vs. 76ers & Wolves; Great rooks, Gradey's leap & more w/ Vivek JacobThe Toronto Raptors split a pair of weekend games against the Philadelphia 76ers and Minnesota Timberwolves, and there were a whole lot of positive things to take away about the team's crew of rookies, Gradey Dick, Ochai Agbaji and more. In Episode 1735, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sportsnet) to talk about their biggest takeaways from the Raptors' two weekend games, and run through the things they liked, the things they didn't like, and the things that have them intrigued from the first weekend of the season. Off the top, Sean and Vivek chat about the...

2024-10-2835 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors How scary is the Toronto Raptors' early-season schedule? w/ Vivek JacobHow much will the Toronto Raptors difficult start to the schedule affect the course of the year to come? In Episode 1722, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sportsnet) to talk about a grab bag of Toronto Raptors-related topics as training camp presses on, including how much the difficult schedule will or will not affect the course of this season, realistic expectations for rookie guard Jamal Shead, and their first impressions of the Raptors' aggressive defense. Off the top, Sean and Vivek talk about the schedule, whether the difficulty of it matters much to the big picture...

2024-10-0835 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors The most interesting Toronto Raptors to watch in the preseason w/ Vivek JacobIs Immanuel Quickley, Gradey Dick or Scottie Barnes the most interest Toronto Raptors player to watch in the NBA preseason? Or is it someone less established? In Episode 1717, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sportsnet) to draft the most interesting Raptors guys to keep tabs on once the exhibition schedule gets rolling on Sunday in Montreal against the Wednesday. Will Immanuel Quickley or Scottie Barnes be the first guy off the board in the exercise, with so much riding on their growth? Will any of the rookies find themselves on one of Sean or Vivek's Interestingness...

2024-10-0134 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors Best Case / Worst Case: Is Jakob Poeltl quietly in line to have a career-best season? w/ Vivek JacobJakob Poeltl is about the most predictably consistent player on the Toronto Raptors, but is there room for his stats to take a big jump in the 204-25 NBA season? In Episode 1701, Sean Woodley and Vivek Jacob talk about the best, worst and most likely outcomes for the Raptors starting center this coming season and assess his place within the Raptors' plans both in the short and medium-term future. Off the top, Sean makes an impassioned argument for why Jakob Poeltl is in line to have a career-best season due to a multitude of factors that seem like they...

2024-09-0435 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors Best Case / Worst Case: Can RJ Barrett blend ruthless efficiency with a defensive leap? w/ Vivek JacobRJ Barrett was a picture of offensive consistency for the Toronto Raptors after being acquired from the New York Knicks in the OG Anunoby trade last season, but can he replicate that scoring output while improving as a defender? In Episode 1698, Sean Woodley and Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sportsnet) talk about the best and worst case outcomes for Barrett in his first full season with Toronto -- one that could play a huge part in determining his long-term outlook with the franchise. Off the top, Sean and Vivek dive into the best-case outcome for Barrett, which sees him maintain t...

2024-08-2833 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors How good can the Raptors core trio of Scottie Barnes, Immanuel Quickley & RJ Barrett be? w/ Vivek JacobIn Episode 1691, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sportsnet) to talk about the Toronto Raptors' core trio of Scottie Barnes, Immanuel Quickley and RJ Barrett, what their ceiling as the Raptors' top three players can be, and the swing skills that will need to hit for them to get where the Raptors need them to be. Off the top, Sean and Vivek dig into the overall ceiling of the BBQ trio and whether they have the juice to lead the team to perennial playoff team status, and how much stock they put into their promising numbers...

2024-08-0938 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors Canadian men go undefeated in the Group of Death; France their likely QF opponent w/ Vivek JacobIn Episode 1688, Sean Woodley and Vivek Jacob react to the Canadian men's basketball team hanging on to beat Spain 88-85 on Friday to move them to a perfect 3-0 in the Group of Death at the Paris 2024 Olympics, with a likely quarterfinal date with the host nation France awaiting them on Tuesday. Off the top, Sean and Vivek dig into their biggest takeaways from Canada's win over Spain, including RJ Barrett's monumental late-game dagger from the left corner, Andrew Nembhard's outstanding performance, and why Canada taking care of business in three tight games should provide plenty of hope for...

2024-08-0336 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors The Good, The Bad & The Hmmmm of Toronto Raptors Summer League | GTJ leaves, Koloko on the mend? w/ Vivek JacobIn Episode 1680, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Sportsnet, Raptors in 7) to chat about their biggest overall takeaways from the Toronto Raptors' tour at NBA Summer League in Las Vegas before hitting on Gary Trent Jr. signing with the Milwaukee Bucks and former Raptors second-rounder Christian Koloko reportedly working towards being cleared by the NBA to return to the floor. Off the top, Sean and Vivek dig into their shared overall takeaway from Summer League, which is that the Raptors have young and interesting two-way prospects again, who just might be able to help build up the depth...

2024-07-2237 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors Toronto Raptors quiet to open free agency; what does it all mean? w/ Vivek JacobIn Episode 1669, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sports) to break down the Toronto Raptors very quiet start to NBA free agency and try to parse what it all means as it pertains to guys like Gary Trent Jr. and Bruce Brown as well as the Raptors' intentions going into the new season. Off the top, Sean and Vivek dig into the lack of moves out of the gate as the free agent pool as quickly dried up, why Gary Trent Jr. is almost surely not coming back at this point, and the Toronto Raptors having...

2024-07-0236 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors The NBA Finals are over;are Barnes, Quickley and Trent Jr. contracts on the way? Plus, the importance of Jakob Poeltl w/ Vivek JacobIn Episode 1660, Sean Woodley is reunited at long last with Vivek Jacob (Sportsnet, Raptors in 7) to chat about the NBA season coming to an end, opening up the possibility that Scottie Barnes, Immanuel Quickley and Gary Trent Jr. could now all sign new deals with the Raptors before the free agency window opens on June 30th before chatting about Jakob Poeltl's place within the Toronto Raptors and what they'd like to see him refine in his game this summer. Off the top, Sean and Vivek discuss who of IQ, Barnes and Trent they expect the Raptors to sign before...

2024-06-1837 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors What does Scottie Barnes need to improve upon to take another leap in Year 4? w/ Vivek JacobIn Episode 1630, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sportsnet) to talk about Toronto Raptors star forward Scottie Barnes and what he needs to improve upon over the course of this off-season going into the 2024-25 NBA season. Off the top, Sean and Vivek chat about why one of the next steps toward stardom for Barnes will entail carrying lineups of which is a part in the same way the league's very best guys do through all sorts of different contexts, as well as Barnes' need to continue building upon his three-point shooting uptick this past season...

2024-05-0637 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors How can the Toronto Raptors build themselves into a perennial Top-6 team? w/ Vivek JacobIn Episode 1625, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Sportsnet, Raptors in 7) to chat about the Toronto Raptors and how they can build themselves back into a team that's part of the NBA postseason every season. Off the top, Sean and Vivek chat about what the goal should be for any team entering into the early years of a building cycle, and why building a team that can be a no-doubt Top-6 playoff team is way more realistic than building an upper crust contender built around one of the select few championship landscape-shifting players in the NBA. Next, Sean...

2024-04-2937 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors What we got most wrong about the 2023-24 Toronto Raptors w/ Vivek JacobIn Episode 1620, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Sportsnet, Raptors in 7) to eat some crow and perform some mea culpas as they reflect back on the things they got the most wrong about the 2023-24 Toronto Raptors. Off the top, they chat about the Raptors' teams they've most misjudged historically, before they get into how they both erred in their predictions that the Raptors would retain Pascal Siakam before the 2024 NBA Trade Deadline. Next, they get into how Sean wildly overestimated the quality of the Raptors' defense at the start of the season with Dennis Schroder in as...

2024-04-2233 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors Immanuel Quickley & RJ Barrett set to return, GTJ to rest vs. Lakers | To Convey or Not Convey... Again v/ Vivek JacobIn Episode 1606, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Sportsnet, Raptors in 7) to chat about Immanuel Quickley and RJ Barrett both being on track to the return to the Toronto Raptors lineup on Tuesday night against LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers, as well as the decision to hold out Gary Trent Jr. for rest. Off the top, Sean and Vivek chat about IQ and RJ's returns, and what they're hoping to see them bring to the lineup after they both missed extended time grieving the losses of loved ones. Next, they get into the decision to rest...

2024-04-0237 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors Is Gary Trent Jr's future in Toronto still TBD? Plus more from an 0-2 weekend vs. Orlando w/ Vivek JacobIn Episode 1596, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Sportsnet, Raptors in 7) to break down the Toronto Raptors' 0-2 home-and-home weekend against the Orlando Magic in which Gary Trent Jr. played well, but not a whole lot else went right for the freefalling Raptors. Off the top, they chat about Gary Trent Jr.'s back-to-back strong showings, and whether we are any closer to getting clarity on GTJ's role with the Raptors going forward as his free agency draws nearer. Is his shooting worth keeping him in the fold on its own? Can he perform in any context outside...

2024-03-1836 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors Toronto Raptors lose Scottie Barnes to fractured hand; time for The IQ & RJ Show w/ Vivek JacobIn Episode 1588, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Sportsnet, Raptors in 7) to chat about the Toronto Raptors weekend split against the Golden State Warriors and Charlotte Hornets and the loss of Scottie Barnes to a fractured third metacarpal in his left hand that could spell the end of his breakout season. Off the top, Sean and Vivek chat about what a bummer the Barnes injury is, especially considering the identity the team seemed to be finding with Barnes as the clear leading man coming out of the All-Star break. Should the loss of Barnes affect the Raptors' approach...

2024-03-0437 min

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors What should the Raptors draft pick philosophy be down the stretch? And more stretch run goals w/ Vivek JacobIn Episode 1580, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Sportsnet, Raptors in 7) to break down their hopes and dreams for the Toronto Raptors down the stretch of the season. Off the top, they discuss what they'd like to see from the Raptors as it pertains to their philosophy surrounding their Top-6 protected pick owed to the San Antonio Spurs. Should the Raptors make every effort to tank to a place where they're guaranteed to hang onto the pick and draft in the Top-6, or with the lottery odds and standings stacked against them, should they make every effort to...

2024-02-2135 min

The Chase Thomas Podcast: A Tennessee Volunteers Show Why Pacers Make Sense For Pascal Siakam, Right Harrison Barnes Trade For Kings & What Makes The Heat Interesting With Vivek Jacob & Corban FordChase Thomas is the Sports Renaissance Man, Atlanta Sports Guy & VFL. On today's program, Chase is joined by Corban Ford and Vivek Jacob to talk about the latest Pascal Siakam trade rumors to the Pacers, how the Raptors got here, what's next, Harrison Barnes on the trade block for the Kings, Dejounte Murray to the Lakers rumors, what makes the Heat fun to watch and much more.Host: Chase ThomasGuests: Corban Ford, Vivek Jacob To learn more about CT and the pod please go visit: https://chasethomaspodcast.com

2024-01-1745 min

Words With Walas Raptors Vibe Check with Vivek JacobNick is joined by Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com and the LockedOn Raptors Podcast to discuss, the Raptors outlook headed into next season, if a rebuild should be in their near future, Vivek's top 5 Raptors of All Time, and more!

2023-08-2332 min

CLAW GLOBAL Ep 9 Role of leadership in a combatMajor Vivek Jacob On Combat, Survival and SPECIAL FORCES Mindset

2022-04-2611 min

CLAW GLOBAL Ep 8 The most difficult mission of his lifeMajor Vivek Jacob On Combat, Survival and SPECIAL FORCES Mindset

2022-04-2614 min

CLAW GLOBAL Ep 7 Why no training can match combatMajor Vivek Jacob On Combat, Survival and SPECIAL FORCES Mindset

2022-04-2611 min

CLAW GLOBAL Ep 6 Learnings from training and combatMajor Vivek Jacob On Combat, Survival and SPECIAL FORCES Mindset

2022-04-2509 min

CLAW GLOBAL Ep 5 Major's Mindset throughout this JourneyMajor Vivek Jacob On Combat, Survival and SPECIAL FORCES Mindset

2022-04-2105 min

CLAW GLOBAL Ep 4 Introduction to Indian Special ForcesMajor Vivek Jacob On Combat, Survival and SPECIAL FORCES Mindset

2022-04-2005 min

CLAW GLOBAL Ep 3 Journey after the NDAMajor Vivek Jacob On Combat, Survival and SPECIAL FORCES Mindset

2022-04-1904 min

CLAW GLOBAL Ep 2 Introduction | Major Vivek Jacob On CombatMajor Vivek Jacob On Combat, Survival and SPECIAL FORCES Mindset

2022-04-1902 min

CLAW GLOBAL Ep 1 Major. Vivek Jacob (Veteran) - Passion TalksListen in as Maj Jacob talks about his probation experiences, his transition into the civil world and his latest project 'Operation Blue Freedom'

2022-03-2558 min

From the Stans Reloaded w/ Rob Shaw Raptors Next Steps w/ Vivek JacobFollowing the latest tail spin for the Raptors, the brothers are joined by writer for Raptors.com and contributor to the Locked On Raptors Podcast, Vivek Jacob to break down what's next! They discuss early season player grades, lack of a viable center, FVV’s ascension and play a game of quick hitters! Make sure you check Vivek out on twitter and follow his writing on CBCSports.ca and at Complex Canada.

2021-12-021h 10

Red Couch Mancs E67: Man Utd 2021-22 Season Preview & PredictionsThe time has come for Manchester United to take the next step in the Ole Gunnar Solskjaer era. Vivek and Karl look ahead to bigger expectations with the new recruits in place and who the best players at each position could be. The episode was recorded on Sunday, Aug. 8 and hence the uncertainty over Lionel Messi's PSG transfer as well as the belief that Edinson Cavani would be fit and ready. Finally, there is a bittersweet announcement to close off. Karl and Vivek are so grateful to everyone who's joined us on this journey as we figured out how...

2021-08-1133 min

Red Couch Mancs E66: Defenders review, Varane signing, Olympic round upVivek and Karl finally review United's defenders as we have big news to bring you with the signing of Rafael Varane, pending a medical. We breakdown: - Impact and chain reaction of the signing of Varane - Potential loan deals - Marcus Rashford shoulder surgery and the knock on effect - Olympic football round up

2021-08-0332 min

Red Couch Mancs E65: United's friendly vs Derby, Title chances, Olympic round upKarl and Vivek push their defenders review by one more week in the hopes that we have some great news to share regarding Varane. In the mean time, Karl and Vivek discuss: - United friendly against Derby and how the youngsters fared - Are United closer to a title with Sancho? - Should we believe the Pogba rumours? - Potential change in fifa rules - Olympic round up

2021-07-2334 min

Red Couch Mancs E64: Euro 2020 Final review, Rashford surgery, shootout strategyEuro 2020 is in the books and it was a special tournament to look back on. Vivek and Karl debate: - Why did England lose the plot in the second half? - Shootout strategy - Disgusting racism against Rashford, Sancho, Saka - Rashford surgery impact - Euro 2020 Team of the Tournament

2021-07-1540 min

Red Couch Mancs E63: Midfielder review, transfer rumours, Euro 2020 Finals previewKarl and Vivek breakdown United's midfield, a topic that has polarized fans throughout the season. What does Utd need to do in the transfer market to address any midfield concerns that will take them to the next level. Other topics include: - Fred, Scott, Pogba, Bruno, DVB performance breakdown - What improvements can players make in the offseason - Where is DVB's best position? - Euro finals preview

2021-07-0841 min

Red Couch Mancs E62: Sancho to United! Forwards review, Euro 2020 R16 reviewIn this episode, Karl and Vivek revel in the long overdue completion of the Jadon Sancho transfer, examine his fit in United's forward line, then review the season that was for the forwards. Euro 2020 included as well. - How much does Sancho help the right-sided attack? - Is Martial in a United jersey to start 2021-22? - Setting expectations for Greenwood behind both Sancho and Cavani - How Rashford can take the next step and Cavani can lead the line - Magic Monday the best in Euro Cup history?

2021-07-0130 min

Red Couch Mancs E61: Goalkeeping performance review, transfer rumours, Euro 2020We take a look at the performance of both goalkeepers and who will be the number for United next season. Vivek in typical fashion, breaks it down with the stats throughout the season to give you an in depth view of where each keeper excelled. Other topics include: - Bruno vs. Pogba - Maguire back - Rumour mill: Sergio Ramos / Pau Torres / Raphael Varane / Harry Kane / Paul Pogba - What went wrong with Memphis? What went wrong with Lukaku? Thanks for listening! Remember to follow @redcouchmancs on...

2021-06-2445 min

Red Couch Mancs E60: Solskjaer performance review, transfer rumours, Euro 2020Vivek and Karl are back to begin their 2020-21 season performance reviews beginning with the Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Did he have a successful season? What defines success next season? Where does he need to improve? Other topics include: - Joel Glazer x Fan Forum - Cantona Collar, Beckham Boot final tallies - Sancho, Trippier transfer talk - Which United player NEEDS a Euro 2020 to remember? - Who will be the best United players at Euro 2020? Thanks for listening! Remember to follow @redcouchmancs on Twitter...

2021-06-1046 min

Red Couch Mancs E59: Man Utd 1 - 1 Villareal a.e.t (10-11 p.k.) UEL FinalManchester United end another season trophy-less as Villareal pull off the upset with an astounding penalty shootout win that saw 21 out of 22 players score. It came down to a battle of the two goalkeepers' scoring abilities and David de Gea was the one to blink. Karl and Vivek discuss: - Conceding off yet another set piece - Where were Bruno, Pogba, and Rashford? - No subs for 98 minutes, then 5 in 22 minutes - Pau Torres' near-perfect audition - How should OGS be assessed next season? Cantona Collar: Scott...

2021-05-2739 min

Red Couch Mancs E58: Wolves 1 - 2 Man Utd EPL Match 38Man United end the season undefeated away from home, only the second time that has been done in EPL history. With not much else to play for Karl and Vivek discuss: - Top scorers for a single club - Donny van de Beek still lackluster - Juan Mata deserves the winning goal - Europa league final preview Cantona Collar: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Beckham Boot: Glazers. Noisy Neighbour: Sergio Aguero

2021-05-2428 min

Red Couch Mancs Man Utd 1 - 1 Fulham EPL Match 37Man United's point along with Chelsea defeating Leicester City ensures a second place finish for the season, one better than last year. Karl and Vivek discuss: - El Matador special, Kane who? - De Gea shows off reflexes, does Henderson have an elite ceiling? - Suspect back line - EPL Match 38 @ Wolves preview Cantona Collar: Edinson Cavani. Beckham Boot: Victor Lindelof. Noisy Neighbour: Tosin Adarabioyo.

2021-05-1935 min

Red Couch Mancs E56: Man Utd 2 - 4 Liverpool Match 36Manchester United had a chance to severely dent their arch rivals UCL hopes and they were off to a great start, however mistakes led to their undoing, losing 4-2 in the process. Harry Maguire was sorely missed and Utd are desperate to get him back for the Europa league final. Vivek was busy with his day job today so we had Michael Singh on the show to break it down. - Set pieces were United's undoing yet again - Marcus Rashford loves playing in these big fixtures - United focus should be...

2021-05-1443 min

Red Couch Mancs Aston Villa 1 Man Utd 3 EPL Match 34Man United picked up a record-equaling 10th comeback league victory of the season away to Aston Villa to take one more step towards wrapping up second place and delaying City's celebrations for another day. Karl and Vivek discuss: - Pogba leading the charge early - Traore wonder goal puts United on their heels - Greenwood and Cavani show off class - What is Martial's outlook? - EPL Match 35 vs. Leicester preview Cantona Collar: Paul Pogba. Beckham Boot: Victor Lindelof. Noisy Neighbour: John McGinn.

2021-05-0938 min

Red Couch Mancs E53: Roma 3 Man Utd 2 UEL SF 2nd LegOle Gunnar Solskjaer breaks his semifinal jinx and Manchester United are through to the Europa League final! Special guest Peter Galindo (@GalindoPW) joins the show to discuss with Vivek: - Very strong starting lineup - Cavani doesn't get enough credit - Vintage Dave saves - Mourinho to Roma - Man Utd vs. Villareal final preview Cantona Collar: David de Gea. Beckham Boot: Alex Telles. Noisy Neighbour: Bryan Cristante.

2021-05-0733 min

Red Couch Mancs E52: Man Utd 6 Roma 2 UEL SF 1st LegSpecial guest Michael Singh (@MichaelSingh94) joins Vivek and fills in for Karl to discuss United's magnificent second half performance that puts them on the verge of the Europa League final. - Rashford vs. Greenwood on the right wing - Pogba handball to concede penalty - Lindelof poor in United conceding 2nd goal - Cavani provides the full El Matador experience - Liverpool EPL Match 34 preview Cantona Collar: Edinson Cavani. Beckham Boot: Chris Smalling. Noisy Neighbour: Lorenzo Pellegrini.

2021-04-3041 min

Red Couch Mancs E51: Leeds Utd 0 Man Utd 0 EPL Match 33Manchester United and Leeds United played out a surprisingly boring 0-0 draw and Michael Maynard of Toronto Maple Leeds (@MapleLeeds on Twitter) joined Vivek and Karl to break it all down. - Impact of Super League on those outside Top 6 - Kalvin Phillips vs. Bruno Fernandes - Luke Shaw handball? - Scrappy moments - Roma UEL SF preview Cantona Collar: Aaron Wan-Bissaka. Noisy Neighbour: Kalvin Phillips. Beckham Boot: Glazer family.

2021-04-2645 min

Red Couch Mancs E50: European Super League Out, Woodward OutVivek and Karl celebrate their 50th episode with a bang, breaking down the rise and fall of the European super league (ESL). This conversation transcended the football world, making its way into everyday conversation. Ultimately, the ESL lasted a total of 72 hours and as a result there were several casualties including Manchester United CEO Ed Woodward, something the United fans have been gunning for ever since he started way back in 2013. We breakdown: - Timeline of events starting with the announcement on April 18th - Why this was such a big deal in the first...

2021-04-2230 min

Red Couch Mancs E49: Man Utd 3 Burnley 1 EPL Match 32Manchester United with a 3-1 victory over Burnley, it was tight in the second half when it was tied 1-1 but a couple of late goals sealed the victory. Vivek and Karl breakdown what Utd need to do to finish the season on a good note including: - Finishing in the top 3 - What positions should be prioritized in the transfer market - Marcus Rashford with some sublime skill and Mason's goal glut - Leeds United preview Cantona Collar: Mason Greenwood. Beckham Boot: Dean Henderson. Noisy Neighbour: Chris Wood.

2021-04-1935 min

Red Couch Mancs E48: Man Utd 2 Granada 0 UEL QF 2nd LegOle Gunnar Solskjaer's men are through to another cup semifinal after taking care of business against Granada. Edinson Cavani wrapped up the tie with an early goal and Alex Telles impressed after an extended absence. Vivek and Karl discuss: - Surprisingly strong starting XI - Cavani shows his value - Haaland vs. Kane - Solskjaer comments regarding Son - EPL Match 32 preview vs. Burnley Cantona Collar: Alex Telles. Beckham Boot: Jesus Vallejo. Noisy Neighbour: Yangel Herrera.

2021-04-1630 min

Red Couch Mancs E47: Tottenham 1 Man Utd 3 EPL Match 31Friend of the show and devoted Spurs fan Zaman Alli joins Karl and Vivek to break down another away comeback win by United. - Henderson start makes clear he is now No. 1 - Bruno vs. Hojbjerg matchup - United's disallowed goal, VAR, Son drama - Pogba dictates another pivotal match - Granada UEL QF 2nd leg preview Cantona Collar: Paul Pogba. Beckham Boot: Jose Mourinho. Noisy Neighbour: Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg.

2021-04-1253 min

Red Couch Mancs E46: Granada 0 Man Utd 2 UEL QF 1st LegManchester United get an important 2-0 victory away from home and in the process have one foot in the semi finals. They will be concerned that 3 of their players are suspended for the return leg in Shaw, Maguire and McTominay. Overall it was a game with few incidents and Ole might prefer that given what he has seen lately with the comeback victories. Vivek and Michael Singh breakdown: - Has Henderson and David De Gea switched roles? - Who is the best finisher at the club? - Victory against spurs all but seals...

2021-04-0944 min

Red Couch Mancs E45: Man Utd 2 Brighton Hove Albion 1 EPL Match 30United channel some of their away form at Old Trafford, coming from behind to take the 3 points with a 2-1 victory. Vivek Jacob was on a well deserved Easter break and in his place we had a guest in Bharat Khanna, a lifelong united fan and long time friend and listener of the show. With this victory, United open up a bit of a gap in second spot with some of their rivals losing: - Rashford with an exquisite finish - Bruno turns it on in the second half - Has Henderson replaced...

2021-04-0539 min

Red Couch Mancs E43: AC Milan 0 Man Utd 1 UEL R16 2nd LegDie-hard AC Milan fan as well as senior NBA writer and co-host of the Pound the Rock podcast Joseph Casciaro (@josephcasciaro on Twitter) joins Vivek and Karl to break down United's 1-0 win over Milan that came courtesy a super-sub performance from Paul Pogba. - Importance of the No. 6 role in a 4-2-3-1 formation - First half being giveaway central - Pogba's game-changing substitution at halftime - Henderson's strong response to his first leg error - Leicester City FA Cup quarter-final preview Cantona Collar: Paul...

2021-03-1955 min

Red Couch Mancs E41: Man Utd 1 AC Milan 1 UEL R16 1st LegA bad last-minute error from Dean Henderson costs Manchester United what would have been an undeserved first leg victory. AC Milan were the better side in each half and it was a moment of magic from Bruno Fernandes and Amad Diallo that gave United the lead. Michael Singh steps in for Karl Mascarenhas to discuss with Vivek: - Another poor United start - Maguire's shocking miss - Bruno and Diallo magic - Henderson should be careful what he wishes for - West Ham preview Cantona Collar: Alex...

2021-03-1137 min

Red Couch Mancs E38: Chelsea 0 Man Utd 0 EPL Match 26Karl and Vivek let off some steam after watching Ole Gunnar Solskjaer show this is a side more keen on maintaining a Top 4 spot than putting up any kind of a title fight. Yet again, United play a Top 6 side and let paint dry for 90 minutes. - Chelsea having the better chances - Referee decision on potential handball penalty against Callum Hudson-Odoi - Greenwood as a central striker - Why Lindelof over Bailly again? - Crystal Palace EPL Match 27 preview Cantona Collar: Daniel James. Beckham Boot: Ole...

2021-03-0137 min

Red Couch Mancs E37: Man Utd 0 Real Sociedad 0 UEL R32 2nd LegSpecial guest journalist Emily Wilson (One Football, CBC Sports, MARCA, Managing Madrid) joins Karl and Vivek to discuss the biggest talking points of the Round of 32 second leg fixture that saw Manchester United advance past Real Sociedad to the next stage. - Sociedad looking the better side in the second leg - Why United struggled to cope? - Diallo and Shoretire getting playing time - Tuanzebe robbed of his first goal? - Chelsea EPL match preview Cantona Collar: Eric Bailly. Beckham Boot: Anthony Martial. Noisy Neighbour: Modibo...

2021-02-2629 min

Red Couch Mancs E35: Real Sociedad 0 Man Utd 4 UEL R32 1st LegReal Sociedad played right into Manchester United's hands with a high press and high line that allowed the likes of Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford to run rampant. Karl Mascarenhas was away for today but Waking the Red's Managing Editor Michael Singh joined Vivek to look at: - Rashford's finishing - Bruno instrumental - Maguire commanding the back - James making a good impression - Newcastle United preview Cantona Collar: Bruno Fernandes. Beckham Boot: Imanol Alguacil. Noisy Neighbour: Mikel Merino Subscribe, rate, review!

2021-02-1841 min

Red Couch Mancs E33: Man Utd 1 West Ham 0 FA Cup 5th roundManchester United are through to the FA Cup quarter-finals, getting the goal they needed from Scott McTominay in the seventh minute of extra time after 90 minutes went goalless. Karl and Vivek discuss: - Van de Beek royal disappointment in No. 10 role - Telles filling in well for Shaw - Do United have a creativity or clinical problem without Bruno? - Henderson growing impatient behind De Gea - EPL Match 24 @WBA preview Cantona Collar: Mason Greenwood. Beckham Boot: Donny van de Beek. Noisy Neighbour: Craig Dawson.

2021-02-1032 min

Red Couch Mancs E32: Man Utd 3 Everton 3 EPL Match 23A kick in teeth. That's the mood after Man United conceded a Dominic Calvert-Lewin goal with the last kick of the game that gave Everton a share of the spoils. In this episode, Vivek and Karl look back on the Paul Pogba injury that changed the flow of the match, David De Gea's errors, and Axel Tuanzebe's inexplicable foul that led to the last minute dejection. Cantona Collar: Bruno Fernandes. Beckham Boot: David De Gea. Noisy Neighbour: Lucas Digne.

2021-02-0739 min

Red Couch Mancs E30: Arsenal 0 Man Utd 0 EPL Match 21Special guest Devang Desai (@desaidevang on Twitter), host of the Open Era pod (tennis) and A Football Podcast (soccer) joined Karl and Vivek to break down an entertaining draw between Manchester United and Arsenal, as well as how he came to support the Gunners. United squandered several opportunities to bounce back from their defeat to Sheffield United and Edinson Cavani was surprisingly the main culprit. - Where is Bruno in the big games? - Rashford too wasteful? - Pépé ran United ragged on the right side Cantona Collar: Aaron Wa...

2021-01-3140 min

Red Couch Mancs E29: Man Utd 1 Sheffield Utd 2 EPL Match 20United are back down to earth with a thud. Vivek and Karl look back on a nightmare of a performance that included complete no-shows from Anthony Martial, David de Gea, Axel Tuanzebe and Alex Telles. The changes to the side should have brought a renewed vigour but instead they were lacking ideas and intent. Cantona Collar: Harry Maguire. Beckham Boot: David de Gea. Noisy Neighbour: John Fleck. Subscribe, rate, review!

2021-01-2830 min

Red Couch Mancs E28: Man Utd 3 Liverpool 2 FA Cup 4th roundUnited's first big match win of the season comes against Liverpool! Karl and Vivek look back on one of the most memorable performances of the season that included: - Rashford looking like a star - Luke Shaw continuing great form - Greenwood finally showing up Cantona Collar: Marcus Rashford. Beckham Boot: Scott McTominay. Noisy Neighbour: Mohamed Salah

2021-01-2537 min

Red Couch Mancs E27: Fulham 1 Man Utd 2 EPL Match 19Manchester United reach their halfway point of the season on top of the league table. Edinson Cavani and Paul Pogba were great, Mason Greenwood and Aaron Wan-Bissaka not so much, Karl and Vivek give you everything you need to know. Cantona Collar: Paul Pogba. Beckham Boot: Mason Greenwood. Noisy Neighbour: Ruben Loftus-Cheek. Subscribe, rate, review!

2021-01-2136 min

Red Couch Mancs E26: Liverpool 0 Man Utd 0 EPL Match 18Karl and Vivek are joined by special guest William Lou -- Raptors beat reporter for Yahoo Sports Canada and die-hard Liverpool fan -- to break down an entertaining 0-0 match that leaves United top of the table. There was plenty of wastefulness up front that saw Anthony Martial and Roberto Firmino as the main culprits. Bruno and Pogba had great chances to win it but just wasn't meant to be. Cantona Collar: Luke Shaw. Beckham Boot: Anthony Martial. Noisy Neighbour: Thiago Alcantara. Hit that subscribe button, it's free!

2021-01-1844 min

Red Couch Mancs E25: Burnley 0 Man Utd 1 EPL Match 17Karl and Vivek are on Cloud 9 as Manchester United go top of the table for the first time this far into the season since the Sir Alex Ferguson era. It was a performance worthy of the occasion as United battled and bossed their way to victory. Paul Pogba was magnificent for United and it is ironic that after all the uncertainty around him it is his goal that puts United top. Cantona Collar: Paul Pogba. Beckham Boot: Liverpool. Noisy Neighbour: James Tarkowski.

2021-01-1330 min

Red Couch Mancs E24: Man Utd 1 Watford 0 FA Cup 3rd RoundThis match was all about the big picture and getting Bruno Fernandes, Marcus Rashford, Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Harry Maguire some rest. Karl and Vivek assess Mason Greenwood in a central striker role, Brandon Williams at right back, Lingard in the No.10 role, and Axel Tuanzebe at centre back. Cantona Collar: Scott McTominay. Beckham Boot: Daniel James. Noisy Neighbour: Ismaila Sarr. Subscribe, rate, review and tell all your friends!

2021-01-1030 min

Red Couch Mancs E23: Man Utd 0 Man City 2 EFL Cup semifinal reactionAnother semifinal, another defeat. Vivek and Karl look at what went for Manchester United on the verge of another final, why enough wasn't created on the attacking front, and what exactly led to United conceding off a set piece to put Man City on the front foot. Cantona Collar: Dean Henderson. Beckham Boot: Anthony Martial. Noisy Neighbour: John Stones. Thank you for listening!

2021-01-0739 min

Red Couch Mancs E22: Man Utd 2 Aston Villa 1 EPL post-match reactionTied for points with league-leaders Liverpool! Karl and Vivek are buzzing after United's 10th straight unbeaten match in the Premier League, eight of which have been wins. This episode delves into Paul Pogba's magnificent performance, Eric Bailly proving an absolute fortress at the back, and David De Gea putting on an inspired performance in his 327th league appearance for the club -- which puts him fifth all-time. Cantona Collar: Eric Bailly. Beckham Boot: Scott McTominay. Noisy Neighbour: Jack Grealish.

2021-01-0236 min

Red Couch Mancs E21: Man Utd 1 Wolves 0 EPL post-match reactionMarcus Rashford comes up clutch in United's final match of 2020! Karl and Vivek look back on a strong defensive performance, Eric Bailly's best run of form since coming to the red side of Manchester, and Aaron Wan-Bissaka's complete unwillingness to cross a ball. Vivek goes off the English FA persisting with the Dec. 28/29 fixture when there's absolutely no need for it. A special thank you to you, the listener, for supporting the podcast as we got started this year and we wish you all the best for 2021! Cantona Collar: Harry Maguire, Eric Bailly. Beckham Boot...

2020-12-3040 min

Red Couch Mancs E20: Leicester 2 Man Utd 2 EPL post-match reactionVivek and Karl look back on a positive performance but an unsatisfying result. Marcus Rashford had a goal but arguably should have had a hat-trick. Anthony Martial and Daniel James were anonymous, while Eric Bailly impressed once again. We're running out of superlatives for Edinson Cavani at this point, and can only hope the strikers on the bench watching him are learning a thing or two. A couple of bad mistakes led to Leicester's goals but other than that, it was a pretty solid performance in the back. Cantona Collar: Harry Maguire. Beckham Boot: Anthony Martial...

2020-12-2737 min

Red Couch Mancs E19: Everton 0 Man Utd 2 EFL Cup quarterfinal reactionKarl and Vivek look back on an inspired Edinson Cavani goal, arguably the best opening 25 minutes of the season even if it didn't result in a goal, and a back-line that more than held its own. Stay for a discussion of Alex Telles' crossing ability as well, and a look ahead to the crucial Boxing Day fixture away to Leicester City. Cantona Collar: Edinson Cavani. Beckham Boot: Donny Van De Beek. Noisy Neighbour: Yerry Mina.

2020-12-2436 min

Red Couch Mancs E18: Man Utd 6 Leeds Utd 2 EPL post-match reactionKarl and Vivek are joined by special guest Matt Balmforth, a die-hard Leeds United fan, to break down a thrilling match between Man United and Leeds. Over 40 shots attempted and eight goals provided plenty of talking points, and this discussion includes Scott McTominay impressing, Anthony Martial's finishing struggles, and Daniel James doing a job for the team. Cantona Collar: Scott McTominay. Beckham Boot: Kalvin Phillips. Noisy Neighbour: Raphinha.

2020-12-2149 min

Red Couch Mancs E17: Sheff Utd 2 Man Utd 3 EPL post-match reactionVivek and Karl re-live Dean Henderson's blunder, debate him versus David de Gea, marvel at Paul Pogba's involvement in the second and third goals, and evaluate where United stand in the Premier League through 12 matches. Cantona Collar: Marcus Rashford. Beckham Boot: Donny Van De Beek. Noisiest Neighbour: David McGoldrick.

2020-12-1838 min

Red Couch Mancs E16: Man Utd 0 Man City 0 EPL post-match reactionManchester United opted for safety after giving up three first-half goals to RB Leipzig and rebounded with a 0-0 draw in the Manchester derby. It was a game of few chances and City had the better of them, but Karl and Vivek were impressed with the professionalism and discipline across the pitch to negate City's attacking threat. Cantona Collar: Harry Maguire. Beckham Boot: Marcus Rashford. Noisy Neighbour: Kevin de Bruyne.

2020-12-1338 min

Red Couch Mancs E15: RB Leipzig 3 Man Utd 2 UCL post-match reactionHello darkness. Manchester United were knocked out of the Champions League in the group stage thanks to an embarrassing first half performance defensively. Bruno Fernandes and Paul Pogba led an inspired fightback in the second half after trailing 3-0 but it was all too little too late. Vivek and Karl discuss Solskjaer's decision to go three at the back, playing Luke Shaw after an extended absence with injury, and look back on the Champions League campaign as a whole. Cantona Collar: Paul Pogba. Beckham Boot: Aaron Wan-Bissaka. Longstaff Longshot: Marcel Sabitzer.

2020-12-0935 min

Red Couch Mancs E14: West Ham 1 Man Utd 3 EPL post-match reactionIt was looking like two steps forward, two steps back for United after a shambolic first half display but Bruno Fernandes' introduction sparked a revival and Pogba's golazo started a brilliant comeback for the Red Devils. Karl and Vivek look back on a terrible start for Pogba despite the goal, Bruno's ability to change games and Wan-Bissaka having his strongest performance in a little while. Cantona Collar: Bruno Fernandes. Beckham Boot: Paul Pogba. Longstaff Longshot: Jarrod Bowen.

2020-12-0633 min

Red Couch Mancs E13: Man Utd 1 PSG 3 UCL post-match reactionManchester United seemed to have it all under control and perhaps that's when they got a bit too naive. Vivek and Karl scrutinize Solskjaer's failure to substitute Fred before he was sent off for a second yellow and Martial's rubbish finishing. On the positive side, Rashford was the star once again against PSG while Harry Maguire was excellent in central defence as well. Beckham Boot: Anthony Martial. Cantona Collar: Marcus Rashford. Longstaff Longshot: Marquinhos.

2020-12-0333 min

Red Couch Mancs E12: Southampton 2 Man Utd 3 EPL post-match reactionEdinson Cavani!!! A true super-sub performance that his manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer would be proud of. Karl and Vivek talk about United playing well and being undeserving of their 2-0 halftime deficit despite the poor finishing, how the team turned it around, and look ahead to the PSG game. Some thoughts on the great Diego Maradona as well. RIP. Cantona Collar: Edinson Cavani. Beckham Boot: Mason Greenwood. Longstaff Longshot: Moussa Djenepo.

2020-11-2934 min

Red Couch Mancs E11: Man Utd 4 Istanbul 1 UCL post-match reactionBruno Fernandes was once again the star of the show but the three new faces Edinson Cavani, Alex Telles and Donny van de Beek made excellent starts as they all lined up together for the first time. Karl Mascarenhas and Vivek Jacob break down their performances while also looking at United's defence being a little too soft at times, Axel Tuanzebe failing to grasp an opportunity, and another timid performance from Anthony Martial. Cantona Collar: Bruno Fernandes. Beckham Boot: Axel Tuanzebe. Longstaff Longshot: Edin Visca

2020-11-2638 min

Red Couch Mancs E10: Man Utd 1 WBA 0 EPL post-match reactionUnited finally pick up three league points at home but it wasn't the performance that will have their fans puffing their chest out. Karl Mascarenhas and Vivek Jacob try to understand the need for two central defensive midfielders against a team playing nine men behind the ball, why Juan Mata continues to play as a winger, and debate Anthony Martial's finishing. Was Ole Gunnar Solskjaer sending a message to Paul Pogba by not including him in the squad? Listen to find out! Cantona Collar: Bruno Fernandes. Beckham Boot: Juan Mata. Longstaff Longshot: Sam Johnstone.

2020-11-2236 min

Red Couch Mancs E9: Expectations, Pogba drama, and international break frustrationVivek Jacob and Karl Mascarenhas are joined by friend and second-generation Manchester United fan Subby Sandhar to review the season thus far as well as set expectations going forward. After Paul Pogba's comments regarding France's camp being "a breath of fresh air," both Vivek and Subby are ready to see him move on and discuss why, while Karl goes off on the stupidity of playing international friendlies during a global pandemic.

2020-11-1831 min

Red Couch Mancs E8: Everton 1 Man Utd 3 EPL post-match reactionOle Gunnar Solskjaer's men picked up a much-needed three points heading into the international break. Vivek Jacob and Karl Mascarenhas break down Bruno's excellent performance that was aided by a mostly excellent defence. Cantona Collar: Bruno Fernandes. Beckham Boot: Anthony Martial. Longstaff Longshot: Bernard.

2020-11-0735 min

Red Couch Mancs E7: Istanbul 2 Man Utd 1 UCL post-match reactionVivek Jacob is joined by Waking The Red's Michael Singh to break down Manchester United's shocking 2-1 defeat at the hands of Istanbul Basaksehir in Turkey. Beckham Boot: Juan Mata Cantona Collar: Demba Ba Longstaff Longshot: Deni Turuc

2020-11-0429 min

Red Couch Mancs E6: Man Utd 0 Arsenal 1 EPL post-match reactionManchester United followed up arguably their best performance of 2020 with their flattest performance of the young season. Lacking intensity against Arsenal from the start, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang took advantage of a silly foul by Paul Pogba in the box with a penalty. Vivek Jacob and Karl Mascarenhas look closely at Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's tactics, formations and substitutions as well as the individual players who flattered to deceive. Cantona Collar: Mikel Arteta Beckham Boot: Paul Pogba Longstaff Longshot: Mohamed Elneny

2020-11-0237 min

Red Couch Mancs E5: Man Utd 5 RB Leipzig 0 UCL post-match reactionTSN's Matthew Scianitti makes a special guest appearance to revel in Manchester United's stunning four-goal second half -- three by Marcus Rashford -- that lifted them to a 5-0 win over last season's Champions League semi-finalists RB Leipzig and saw them hold steady at the top of Group H. After breaking down the match with Vivek Jacob and Karl Mascarenhas, Scianitti then shares his Manchester United fan origin story and how the club has come to be a major part of his life. Cantona Collar: Fred Beckham Boot: Karl Mascarenhas Longstaff Longshot: Dani...

2020-10-291h 00

Red Couch Mancs E3: Man Utd 2 PSG 1 UCL post-match reactionVivek Jacob and Karl Mascarenhas look back on another tremendous night for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in Paris. Looking to have set up a bit too defensively against PSG's heralded trio of Kylian Mbappe, Neymar and Angel Di Maria, United's defence put on a clinic while the attack did just enough to help start their Champions League campaign on a winning note. Cantona Collar: Axel Tuanzebe Beckham Boot: Abdou Diallo Longstaff Longshot: Layvin Kurzawa

2020-10-2142 min

Red Couch Mancs E2: Man Utd 4 Newcastle 1 EPL post-match reactionVivek Jacob and Karl Mascarenhas break down Manchester United's 4-1 victory over Newcastle United. After an unlucky own goal by Luke Shaw early in the match, United bounced back nicely and controlled the match before turning on the style late with three goals in the final five-plus minutes. Was Ole Gunnar Solskjaer sending a message with the starting XI? Is Juan Mata a new option wide right? Is David de Gea looking closer to his best? Listen in to find out! Beckham Boot: Victor Lindelof Cantona Collar: Juan Mata Longstaff Longshot: Karl Darlow

2020-10-1837 min

Red Couch Mancs E1: Introducing Red Couch Mancs, transfer deadline, Solskjaer/Pochettino rumoursIn Episode 1, Vivek Jacob and Karl Mascarenhas break in the red couch and talk about how their Manchester United fandom, where the club stands now, the new faces added over the transfer deadline, and the Mauricio Pochettino rumours in the wake of United's poor start to the season. Can and should the club be looking to pull the plug on Ole's tenure so soon?

2020-10-1634 min

The Walder Sportscast The Walder Sportscast w/ Vivek Jacob: Pascal Siakam's Struggles, Toronto Raptors Free Agency, "Community"Host Chris Walder (@WalderSports) invites Vivek Jacob (@VivekMJacob), a Toronto Raptors writer for Complex Canada and Raptors Republic, onto the program. The two discuss the Raptors falling in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Boston Celtics, how the Raptors would have fared against the Miami Heat had they beaten Boston, Raptors Twitter's reaction to the loss itself, Pascal Siakam's struggles throughout the playoffs and what his ceiling is moving forward, OG Anunoby's breakout postseason, as well as the futures in Toronto of Fred VanVleet, Serge Ibaka, and Marc Gasol. And in his final rapid-fire questioning, Vivek picks...

2020-09-1646 min