Have Manchester United turned over a new leaf? – Football Weekly

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On the podcast today: the panel discuss all of Boxing Day’s Premier League action, including the dramatic comeback as Manchester United win 3-2 against an in-form Aston Villa. Is this a turning point at Old Trafford as Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos take charge of Manchester United’s footballing operations? Plus, two own goals help Luton Town come back to sink Sheffield United at Bramall Lane. Were the Blades unlucky?

Also: Chris Wood comes back to haunt St James’ Park as he nets a hat-trick for Nottingham Forest in their 3-1 win over Newcastle United. Are the Magpies tired and is Eddie Howe under pressure?

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TOPSHOT-FBL-ENG-PR-MAN UTD-ASTON VILLA<br>TOPSHOT - Manchester United's Danish striker #11 Rasmus Hojlund (C) celebrates with teammates after scoring their third goal during the English Premier League football match between Manchester United and Aston Villa at Old Trafford in Manchester, north west England, on December 26, 2023. (Photo by Oli SCARFF / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. /  (Photo by OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images)
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