Manchester United Women's head coach, Marc Skinner, has stepped down from his position after five years at the helm. Despite signing a new two-year contract last summer, Skinner's departure comes as a surprise.
During his time with the club, Skinner led United to three consecutive Women's FA Cup finals, securing their first major honor in 2024. The team also finished as Women's Super League runners-up in 2023 and reached the Champions League quarter-finals and League Cup final last season. A statement from the club expressed gratitude for Skinner's contributions and commitment, wishing him success in the future. The decision to part ways with Skinner was made after a series of discussions regarding the club's future direction, with a focus on developing homegrown players and adopting a more exciting style of play.
United is expected to announce a new head coach soon, with a key requirement being a coach with a proven track record of improving and developing players.