Eva Olid addresses challenges faced by Man United Women ahead of Arsenal match

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Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Eva Olid addresses challenges faced by Man United Women ahead of Arsenal match
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Manchester United Women head coach Eva Olid spoke to the media on September 18 ahead of the team's match against Arsenal. Following a heavy 0-5 loss to Chelsea last weekend, Olid emphasized the need for her players to express themselves better and be more comfortable on the pitch. She acknowledged the pressure stemming from poor early-season performances but highlighted the importance of learning and growing from difficult moments. Olid intends to gradually implement her new playing style while returning to the team's previous strengths. The match against Arsenal represents a significant challenge, but she is optimistic about her squad's potential in improving their performance.

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  • Manchester United Women lost 0-5 to Chelsea last weekend.
  • Eva Olid emphasizes player comfort and self-expression.
  • Olid aims to balance new tactics with last season's strengths.
  • The team faces Arsenal, one of the league's top opponents.
  • Jayde Riviere and Emma Watson remain sidelined with injuries.
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  • 10:05 AMYahoo Sports“The players have been…”: Eva Olid pinpoints what has gone wrong with Man United Women so far
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1Manchester United Women boss Eva Olid was speaking to the press ahead of her team facing Arsenal tomorrow evening.After a disheartening 0-5 loss to Chelsea last weekend, Olid explained to reporters w...

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