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EPISODE · Sep 11, 2026 · 20 MIN

The Foreigner Rule! featuring Alex Ferguson, Steve Bruce, Martin Edwards and more

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Ah, the foreigner rule. We all know it ruined Manchester United's chances of succeeding in Europe. Right? Did it? What exactly was it? Here we have a brief journey through the complexities of it in the early 1990s. Alex Ferguson, Brian McClair, Steve Bruce and Martin Edwards are all on record in this episode discussing it, from the impact it would have on the team and transfer planning, to the players refusing to use it as an excuse in the moment, to the implementation of the Bosman ruling.If you enjoy this, you'll love Fergie : The Lost Tapes, available for order https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1399420399 , where Ferguson launches into a foul-mouthed argument with a journalist over the rule.United Unheard delves into the archive of Tom Tyrrell, presented by Wayne Barton, to reveal more.If you enjoy Manchester United history beyond the headlines, subscribe to United Unheard for conversations that uncover the untold stories and forgotten moments that shaped the club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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