Eva Olid implements attacking style for Manchester United Women

New Manchester United manager Eva Olid has committed to an attacking style of play as the team prepares for their Women's Super League season opener. United travels to face London City Lionesses on Friday at 19:00 BST for the debut of the Spaniard's tenure. Olid replaces predecessor Marc Skinner and arrives after guiding Hearts to a league title in Scotland. While some observers doubt the team's ability to challenge for a top-three finish following a quiet transfer window and smaller budget relative to league rivals, Olid insists she has the support of the club to build a new identity. The manager is focusing on developing young players and refining team tactical principles to compete immediately. She is reunited with assistant coach Gavin Beith and has already begun planning for recruitment during the January transfer window to further bolster her tactical approach.

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