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How did Skinner’s fortunes turn around from fans calling for him to be sacked last season to being the longest-serving current WSL manager? A key moment came when beating Chelsea in last season’s FA Cup semi-finals and he was given a one-year contract extension; it is understood that was signed before they went on to win the final, even though it was announced afterwards.
Mark Skinner, the longest serving WSL manager, recently signed a two-year contract extension with Manchester United. His side currently sit third in the WSL, having conceded the fewest goals, but it hasn’t all been smooth sailing during Skinner’s four-year reign. Read Tom Garry’s piece on Marc Skinner’s Manchester United revival.