Maya Le Tissier expects Manchester United to unify after Skinner's exit
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 2:25 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Maya Le Tissier, captain of Manchester United, emphasized the team's commitment to unity following the departure of head coach Marc Skinner. The announcement came during a meeting with the squad on Monday, with Skinner leaving after five years, which included a Women’s FA Cup victory in 2024. Le Tissier and teammate Ella Toone expressed gratitude for Skinner's contributions as the team prepares for the upcoming Women’s Super League season.
- •Maya Le Tissier voiced confidence in team unity.
- •Marc Skinner informed the squad of his departure on Monday.
- •Skinner had been with Manchester United for five years.
- •The team won the Women’s FA Cup in 2024 under Skinner.
- •Manchester United is preparing for the new Women’s Super League season.
- 2:25 PMThe Guardian Sport — ‘We stick together’: Le Tissier backs Manchester United to respond positively to Skinner exit
"Le Tissier and Toone praise energy and passion of coach ‘We’ve always had that togetherness and that fight’ The Manchester United captain, Maya Le Tissier, said her team will “stick together” and be ready for the new Women’s Super League season, despite their head coach Marc Skinner departing. Le Tissier and the rest of the playing squad were informed by Skinner that he would be leaving, in a meeting on Monday morning shortly before the news was announced, and on Tuesday Le Tissier and her England teammate Ella Toone paid tribute to Skinner for his contribution to the club over five years in charge, which included winning the 2024 Women’s FA Cup. Continue reading...
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