- Man Utd win Women’s FA Cup
- Skinner given new contract
- Fans angry over decision
WHAT HAPPENED?
Days after United won the Women’s FA Cup for the first time with a 4-0 win over Tottenham at Wembley, Skinner has been handed a new one-year deal – with the option of extending a further 12 months. Despite leading them to this major trophy, many Red Devils supporters are not best pleased at this contract extension.
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WHAT THE FANS ARE SAYING
@UTDBOSS369 tweeted: “This guy should have gotten the sack he is not the manager to take this team forward that FA cup win has helped him scale through.”
@trivelamanutd commented: “WHY DO YOU HATE US SO MUCH? @INEOS @ManUtd @ManUtdWomen.”
@unitedhan concurred: “WHAT?! That FA cup has clouded judgment here, he’s been subpar in the league😐 we can do better sorry.”
Finally, @mickeosterdahl added: “Absolute disgrace. #SkinnerOut,” and @UTDKara put: “Ohhhhhhh no we never winning WSL then. This club is clueless.”
WHAT MARC SKINNER SAID
The Red Devils boss told United’s website: “It’s an honour to extend my stay at Manchester United. I’ve always felt at home here, with our excellent players, staff, and fans. Being able to secure the team’s first major trophy at Wembley was a real career highlight for me and another sign of our continued growth, on and off the field. Thanks to everyone who has supported me on this journey, and I look forward to creating many more winning memories together.”.jpg?resize=640%2C360&ssl=1)
THE BIGGER PICTURE
United finished second in the Women’s Super League last season but this term they are 17 points behind league leaders Chelsea in fifth. Throughout the campaign, the 41-year-old has been heavily criticised by some United fans – which Blues boss Emma Hayes deems to be unfair. However, if Skinner can not get the Red Devils firing up the table in 2024/25, his days at the club may be numbered and the fans’ outcry could be even fiercer.
WHAT NEXT?
United, who had their end-of-season awards dinner cancelled due to the men’s team preparing for the FA Cup final on May 25, round off their WSL campaign against title hopefuls Chelsea on Saturday afternoon.
