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Salford City hires Jill Scott as football advisor for women’s team

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 10:11 AM

Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Salford City hires Jill Scott as football advisor for women’s team

Summary

Salford City appointed former England player Jill Scott to the position of football advisor. Scott will oversee the development of the technical program and provide support to the women’s team coaching staff and players. This appointment coincides with a new investment in the club's women's side from the American insurance firm AIG. Salford currently competes in the North West Women's Regional Football League's Division One Central. The club previously bolstered the squad during the summer by signing several players from fourth-tier clubs Stockport County and Blackburn Rovers. Scott transitioned into this role following her retirement at the end of the 2021/22 season and recent media collaborations with club co-owner Gary Neville.

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Key Details

•Jill Scott joins Salford City as a football advisor.
•AIG provides new investment for the women's team.
•The team plays in the North West Women's Regional Football League's Division One Central.
•The club recently signed players from Stockport County and Blackburn Rovers.

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Salford City have announced that England legend Jill Scott has joined the club as a Football Advisor.The former Everton and Manchester City retired at the end of the 2021/22 season and has worked wit...
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