Are Man Utd judged differently to other WSL sides?

Manchester United Women's team has been under the spotlight lately due to their manager, Marc Skinner, leaving the club. The players and fans have been unhappy with the lack of investment in the team since it became professional in 2018. Despite finishing in the top three of the Women's Super League (WSL) two times and reaching three FA Cup finals, they have yet to win a major trophy.

This has led to questions about whether United is judged differently from other WSL clubs. Co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has called the women's team "girls" and an "opportunity," while former manager Casey Stoney left in 2021 due to concerns over resources and facilities. Key staff members have also departed, including assistant coach Martin Ho, who is now the manager of Tottenham.

High-profile players such as Alessia Russo, Mary Earps, Ona Batlle, and Melvine Malard have also left on free transfers, with United yet to sign a replacement. The club has faced scrutiny over inadequate training facilities and the treatment of players. Comparisons are being made to other big clubs, like Liverpool, West Ham, and Tottenham, whose women's teams have been competing at a lower level but have still managed to achieve success.