Five games down, and that first win remains elusive - performances have been solid, but is that going to be good enough to help pull us away from trouble this season?

In this episode of the Brunton Bugle, Lee and Mike get together to review the 1-0 defeat at Port Vale, with a lot of chat about controversial team selection decisions, defensive howlers and not taking chances. Oh and a bit of chat about goats.

There's also a quick look at the remaining business United need to carry out this week as the summer transfer window comes to a close - will Simmo finally get that elusive targetman through the door?

Your host Lee Rooney is in Liverpool and is joined via the wonders of the internet by Mike Booth in Formby.

You can find us on Twitter @bruntonbugle, Facebook (search for "Brunton Bugle") and email us with any questions, suggestions and feedback to bruntonbugle@gmail.com.

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