“That is our idea”: Eva Olid lays out exciting objective for Man United Women after much improved display versus Arsenal

Manchester United Women demonstrated significant improvement in their defensive tactics and overall performance in a 1-1 draw against Arsenal. Head coach Eva Olid expressed her satisfaction with her team's efforts, noting that the focus had been on defensive shape, tactics, and basics in defense after conceding seven goals in her first two matches as head coach.

Olid acknowledged that the attack would follow suit once the foundation was solid, stating that the team showed the right effort, hard work, and intensity. She was pleased that the players seemed to understand and implement her message, hinting at gradual improvement in the attacking style.

The coach also emphasized the need for more chances and a vertical, aggressive approach to breaking lines and penetrating defenses in the future. She praised her side's ability to retain possession but expressed a desire for greater penetration when in control of the ball.

Olid remained philosophical about Arsenal's late equalizer, attributing it to the team's challenge in defending the last 10-15 minutes of the game. She reiterated her belief in the importance of maintaining possession and urged her players to be more proactive with the ball during winning moments. United will face Sheffield United in the League Cup this Wednesday evening at 19:00 BST.