Marc Skinner Leaves Manchester United Women After Five Years

Manchester United Women have confirmed that head coach Marc Skinner has left the club by mutual agreement, bringing an end to his five-year spell in charge just weeks before the start of the new Women's Super League (WSL) season. The club announced the decision on Monday, thanking Skinner for his contribution to the development of the women's team since his appointment in 2021.

Skinner guided United to some of the most successful moments in the club's history, including winning the Women's FA Cup in 2024, the club's first major trophy in women's football. During his tenure, the team also reached three consecutive FA Cup finals, qualified for the UEFA Women's Champions League and progressed to the quarter-finals of the competition last season.

Despite those achievements, United endured a disappointing 2025/26 league campaign, finishing fourth in the WSL and missing out on European qualification. Reports indicated that Skinner had become frustrated with the club's transfer strategy and limited investment in the squad, leading to discussions that ultimately resulted in his departure by mutual consent.

In a statement, Manchester United praised Skinner's professionalism and dedication, acknowledging the significant role he played in the continued growth of the women's team. The club said it had begun the process of appointing a new head coach ahead of the 2026/27 campaign, which begins against London City Lionesses on September 4.

Skinner leaves Old Trafford with a reputation for helping establish Manchester United as one of the leading clubs in the women's game. While his departure marks the end of a successful chapter, attention will now turn to who succeeds him and how the club builds on the foundation laid during his time in charge.