Marc Skinner: Man United Women boss bites back at criticism
Manchester United Women manager Marc Skinner responded to criticism ahead of their crucial match against Brighton & Hove Albion, as the team's hopes for UEFA Women's Champions League qualification dwindle. Skinner praised departing player Leah Galton and acknowledged Brighton's strong form against top teams. He also provided updates on player injuries, noting that most of the squad has returned to training ahead of the final games of the season.
- ▪Marc Skinner is the head coach of Manchester United Women, whose Champions League hopes are fading with the team four points behind Chelsea.
- ▪Leah Galton is set to leave Manchester United this summer after being praised by Skinner for her significant impact on the club.
- ▪Skinner acknowledged Brighton & Hove Albion's strong performances against teams like Manchester City and Arsenal ahead of their upcoming match.
- ▪Injury updates revealed that Ella Toone has returned to play, while Elisabeth Terland and Dominique Janssen are back in training but may not feature until the Chelsea game.
- ▪Manchester United must beat Chelsea in their final match and hope Chelsea drop points against Leicester City to have a chance at second place.
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