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Marc Skinner (born 23 March 1983) is an English professional football coach who is the manager of Manchester United Women in the FA Women's Super League.
Key Information
Having been involved with their youth set-up, Skinner went on to manage the Birmingham City Women first team before moving to the United States to manage Orlando Pride in the NWSL. He holds a UEFA A Licence.[1]
Coaching career
[edit]Solihull College
[edit]Formerly a teacher, Skinner was football academy manager at Solihull College which opened a ladies-only academy and regional talent hub linked to professional team Birmingham City in 2013.[2]
Birmingham City
[edit]Skinner had held various roles at Birmingham City since 2006 including technical director, reserve team head coach and first-team goalkeeping coach. In December 2016, he was promoted to the position of head coach of the first team.[3] Upon the appointment he said "Since I found out I haven’t stopped smiling, this club is deep in my heart. I am extremely proud to lead this fantastic team and I am hoping to continue the success there already been in the past." The FA WSL was in the middle of a switch to the traditional autumn-to-spring calendar and, as a result, Skinner's first campaign was the shortened 8-game Spring Series from February–May 2017 where Birmingham finished 7th. The team also made the FA Cup final.[4] The Blues improved to a 5th-place finish in the 2017–18 season.
Upon his departure in January 2019, Skinner's Birmingham side sat 4th in the WSL table. He was credited with turning around the Blues’ style of play - creating a well-organized and defensively sound system while implementing a dominant attacking style on a small budget compared to Manchester City, Arsenal and Chelsea who were above them.[5]
Orlando Pride
[edit]On 14 January 2019, Skinner was announced as head coach of Orlando Pride, a team he called "one of the biggest clubs in the world."[5] He became the team's second ever head coach following the departure of Tom Sermanni at the end of 2018. After a difficult start having failed to win any of his opening nine games, Skinner earned his first win as Orlando head coach on 22 June in a 2–1 victory over Sky Blue FC.[6] In his debut campaign, Orlando finished bottom of the league with a franchise record-low 16 points.[7] With the 2020 season disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, Orlando Pride saw their schedule reduced to four Fall Series matches. The team failed to win any of them but notably ended the series in dramatic fashion with a second-half comeback from three goals down to tie with North Carolina Courage.[8] After finishing third of five teams in the group stage of the 2021 NWSL Challenge Cup, Orlando picked up 15 points in seven games during an unbeaten start to the regular season, the longest unbeaten start in club history.[9] Combined with the two unbeaten games at the end of the Challenge Cup, the nine game streak matched Orlando's record all-time unbeaten run in all competitions set in October 2017. He stepped down on 23 July 2021, amid reports he had agreed terms with Manchester United.[10][11]
Manchester United
[edit]On 29 July 2021, Skinner returned to the FA WSL to become the second head coach of Manchester United, taking over from Casey Stoney following her resignation in May 2021. He signed a two-year contract with the option for a third.[12][13] Under Skinner's tenure, Manchester United finished second in the 2022–23 WSL season, their highest finish in the league to date, as well as runners-up in the FA Cup that same season.[14][15] This finish also saw the club reach the UEFA Champions League qualifying rounds for the first time, though they failed to advance to the group stages after being defeated by Paris Saint-Germain across both second round qualification legs the following season.[16]
Despite an underwhelming 2023–24 league campaign, which saw the club finish fifth in their lowest placement to date, this season saw Skinner win his first silverware as a manager as Manchester United won the 2024 FA Cup final on 12 May.[17][18] He signed a one-year extension with the option for a further year on 17 May 2024.[19] On 2 April 2025, Skinner signed a further contract extension with United, keeping him at the club until 2027 with the option for an additional year.[14][20] In the 2025–26 season, Skinner led United to the league phase of the Champions League for the first time in the club's history.[21]
Personal life
[edit]Skinner is in a long-term relationship with former England international defender Laura Bassett having met while both coaching for Birmingham's U-14s team.[22] Their daughter, Saede, was born in December 2018.[23] The couple's second child was born in March 2024.[24]
Managerial statistics
[edit]All competitive games (league and domestic cups) are included.
- As of 22 February 2026
| Team | Nation | From | To | Record | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Win % | ||||
| Birmingham City W.F.C. |  England
|
14 December 2016 | 13 January 2019 | 54 | 26 | 11 | 17 | 76 | 51 | +25 | 48.15 |
| Orlando Pride |  United States
|
14 January 2019 | 23 July 2021 | 43 | 9 | 12 | 22 | 46 | 77 | −31 | 20.93 |
| Manchester United W.F.C. | England
|
29 July 2021 | present | 157 | 100 | 27 | 30 | 345 | 151 | +194 | 63.69 |
| Career totals | 254 | 135 | 50 | 69 | 467 | 279 | +188 | 53.15 | |||
Honours
[edit]Birmingham City
- Women's FA Cup runner-up: 2016–17[25]
Manchester United
Individual
- Women's Super League Manager of the Month: December 2021,[27] January 2022,[28] October 2022,[29] December 2022,[30] April 2023[31]
References
[edit]- ^ "League Managers Association - Marc Skinner". www.leaguemanagers.com. Archived from the original on 28 November 2022. Retrieved 19 January 2019.
- ^ "Blues link with Solihull College". www.birminghamcityladiesfc.co.uk. Archived from the original on 20 January 2019. Retrieved 19 January 2019.
- ^ "Marc Skinner appointed manager". www.birminghamcityladiesfc.co.uk. Archived from the original on 20 January 2019. Retrieved 19 January 2019.
- ^ "Women's FA Cup final: Birmingham City 1-4 Manchester City". 13 May 2017. Archived from the original on 31 July 2017. Retrieved 19 January 2019.
- ^ a b "Orlando Pride Appoints Marc Skinner as Head Coach Ahead of 2019 NWSL Season". 14 January 2019. Archived from the original on 28 February 2021. Retrieved 19 January 2019.
- ^ "Sky Blue FC vs. Orlando Pride". www.nwslsoccer.com. Archived from the original on 28 November 2022. Retrieved 3 March 2021.
- ^ "2019 NWSL season review: Orlando Pride". VAVEL. 26 November 2019. Archived from the original on 28 November 2022. Retrieved 3 March 2021.
- ^ "NWSL Fall Series: Orlando Pride storm back from three-goal deficit to draw North Carolina Courage". CBSSports.com. Archived from the original on 22 October 2020. Retrieved 3 March 2021.
- ^ Poe, Julia. "Sydney Leroux powers unbeaten Orlando Pride to road win in Kansas City". Orlando Sentinel. Archived from the original on 28 November 2022. Retrieved 10 July 2021.
- ^ "Marc Skinner Steps Down as Orlando Pride Head Coach". www.orlandocitysc.com. Archived from the original on 28 November 2022. Retrieved 23 July 2021.
- ^ "Man Utd agree terms with Orlando boss Skinner". BBC Sport.
- ^ "Marc Skinner appointed as United Women head coach". Manchester United (Press release). 29 July 2021. Archived from the original on 29 July 2021. Retrieved 29 July 2021.
- ^ "Man Utd appoint Skinner as head coach of women's side". BBC Sport. Archived from the original on 5 October 2022. Retrieved 29 July 2021.
- ^ a b Sanders, Emma (2 April 2025). "Man Utd women's manager Skinner signs new contract". BBC Sport. Archived from the original on 5 April 2025. Retrieved 6 April 2025.
- ^ a b Wrack, Suzanne (14 May 2023). "Chelsea claim FA Cup hat-trick after Sam Kerr sees off Manchester United". The Guardian. Archived from the original on 19 June 2023. Retrieved 14 May 2023.
- ^ "Women's Champions League: Manchester United miss out on group stage after loss to Paris St-Germain". BBC Sport. 18 October 2023. Archived from the original on 5 April 2025. Retrieved 6 April 2025.
- ^ "Chelsea win fifth Women's Super League title in a row after beating Manchester United 6-0 in Emma Hayes' last match". Sky Sports. 18 May 2024. Archived from the original on 6 April 2025. Retrieved 6 April 2025.
- ^ a b Sanders, Emma (12 May 2024). "Women's FA Cup final: Manchester United beat Tottenham to win first major trophy". BBC Sport. Archived from the original on 23 May 2024. Retrieved 12 May 2024.
- ^ "Skinner signs new contract with United Women". Manchester United F.C. 17 May 2024. Retrieved 17 May 2024.
- ^ "Skinner signs new contract with United Women". Manchester United F.C. 2 April 2025. Archived from the original on 5 April 2025. Retrieved 5 April 2025.
- ^ Sanders, Emma (18 September 2025). "Man Utd 3-1 Brann: Elisabeth Terland scores hat-trick as United reach Women's Champion League main draw". BBC Sport. Archived from the original on 18 September 2025. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
- ^ Moore, Glenn (6 June 2017). "Laura Bassett is without a club but she doesn't want to play for her partner". inews.co.uk. Archived from the original on 18 April 2019. Retrieved 19 January 2019.
- ^ Bassett, Laura. "Laura Bassett tweets birth announcement". Twitter. Archived from the original on 8 July 2022. Retrieved 19 January 2019.
- ^ Rowe-Willcocks, Helen (15 March 2024). "Healy: Every game is dangerous in the WSL". Manchester United F.C. Archived from the original on 24 May 2024. Retrieved 24 May 2024.
- ^ Steinberg, Jacob (13 May 2017). "Women's Cup final: Carli Lloyd strikes as Manchester City beat Birmingham". The Guardian.
- ^ Sanders, Emma (18 May 2025). "Chelsea seal treble with FA Cup win over Man Utd". BBC Sport. Archived from the original on 18 May 2025. Retrieved 20 May 2025.
- ^ "Marc Skinner and Ella Toone: Manchester United duo win Women's Super League awards for December". Sky Sports. 12 January 2022. Archived from the original on 12 January 2022. Retrieved 12 January 2022.
- ^ "Man Utd forward Leah Galton and manager Marc Skinner win monthly award". Sky Sports. 10 February 2022. Archived from the original on 29 September 2022. Retrieved 10 February 2022.
- ^ Spencer, Jamie (10 November 2022). "Marc Skinner named Barclays WSL Manager of the Month for October". 90min.com. Archived from the original on 10 November 2022. Retrieved 10 November 2022.
- ^ Spencer, Jamie (12 January 2023). "Man Utd land Barclays WSL player & manager awards for December". 90min.com. Retrieved 12 January 2023.
- ^ "Skinner named WSL Manager of the Month". www.manutd.com. Archived from the original on 11 May 2023. Retrieved 14 May 2023.
Marc Skinner
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Biography
Early life and education
Marc Skinner was born on 23 March 1983 in Birmingham, England.[1][5] He grew up in Birmingham.[1] Skinner pursued formal education that equipped him for a career in teaching, ultimately qualifying him to lecture in post-compulsory education settings. He began his professional working life as a teacher at Solihull College, where he focused on delivering coaching education programs to aspiring young coaches seeking entry into the football industry.[2][6] In parallel with his teaching duties, Skinner took on the role of football academy manager at Solihull College, overseeing the development of a ladies-only academy and regional talent center aimed at nurturing female players, though he did not hold head coaching responsibilities at this stage.[1][7] During this early phase of his career, he acquired key coaching qualifications, including the UEFA A Licence, which supported his growing involvement in football development.[2][8] These experiences at Solihull College provided the groundwork for his subsequent entry into professional coaching with Birmingham City in 2006.[2]Personal life
Skinner is in a long-term relationship with former England international defender Laura Bassett, whom he met while both were coaching Birmingham's under-14 team.[2] The couple has a daughter, Saede, born in December 2018.[2] In 2020, Skinner made significant personal sacrifices for his career, including missing Saede's first steps while committed to his role abroad, a moment he described as particularly challenging for the family.[9] Earlier, in 2019, he left Saede, then an infant, for two months to relocate to the United States, with Bassett and the child joining later to support the family's transatlantic move.[3] The family resided in Orlando, Florida, from 2019 until 2021, enduring a nine-month separation due to COVID-19 travel restrictions before returning to the United Kingdom.[2] They now live in the UK, where Skinner balances his professional demands with family life, emphasizing the importance of such moves in modeling resilience for his daughter.[3] Outside of football, Skinner maintains a passion for education, stemming from his time as a lecturer on coaching at Solihull College, which he views as integral to his life philosophy of empowering others through knowledge.[6] His personal interests include music, particularly the works of Freddie Mercury and Queen, as well as compositions by Italian pianist Ludovico Einaudi.[2]Coaching career
Solihull College
Skinner began his professional career in football coaching in the early 2000s as a teacher and football academy manager at Solihull College, where he balanced educational duties with developing young talent.[2] In this role, Skinner delivered lectures on coaching education to aspiring coaches and oversaw youth academy programs aimed at nurturing both players and future instructors, fostering skills in technical proficiency and tactical understanding.[6] His responsibilities extended to managing a ladies-only academy and regional talent hubs, providing structured pathways for female athletes in a developing landscape for women's football.[7] Key achievements under Skinner's leadership included preparing academy players for progression to professional levels; for instance, in 2014, the Solihull College women's football team secured both the league title and cup victory, with standout performers earning promotions to Birmingham City Ladies' first team.[7] This success highlighted his focus on holistic youth development, as he noted the team's hard work and pride in their accomplishments.[7] Concurrent with his teaching commitments, the position laid the groundwork for his coaching philosophy, prioritizing education, player welfare, and long-term growth, which informed his part-time transition to Birmingham City in 2006.[2]Birmingham City
Skinner joined Birmingham City on a part-time basis in 2006, initially serving as technical director for the club's Centre of Excellence, head coach of the reserve team, and goalkeeping coach for the first team.[2][6] His early responsibilities focused on youth development and specialist training, building on his prior experience coaching at Solihull College.[2] Over the subsequent decade, Skinner advanced through multiple assistant coaching positions within the club, including roles supporting the first-team staff, while earning his UEFA A License.[2][10] During this period as part of the coaching setup, Birmingham City secured the 2011–12 FA Women's Premier League title and the 2012 FA Women's League Cup, with Skinner's contributions in reserve team management and goalkeeping coaching aiding player progression and team preparation.[2][11] In December 2016, Skinner was appointed head coach, succeeding David Parker amid the team's efforts to stabilize in the Women's Super League.[12][13] His tenure emphasized rebuilding the squad through personnel changes and tactical adjustments, guiding Birmingham to the 2017 FA Women's Cup Final—where they fell 4–1 to Manchester City—while navigating competitive pressures in the WSL, including a fight against relegation in the 2017–18 Spring Series.[14][15] The side finished eighth in the 2017–18 WSL standings, reflecting ongoing challenges in matching the league's top teams.[14] Skinner left Birmingham City in January 2019, driven by ambitions for international opportunities at a higher-profile club.[16][10]Orlando Pride
Marc Skinner was appointed head coach of the Orlando Pride in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) on January 14, 2019, marking his first major international role after leaving Birmingham City in England's FA Women's Super League.[17] His previous experience in the FA WSL aided his adaptation to the professional demands of the NWSL, where he described the league's intensity as "mesmerizing" and a significant step up.[18] Skinner's tenure with the Pride lasted from 2019 until his resignation in July 2021, during which the team faced considerable challenges, including persistent injuries, player absences, and failure to qualify for the playoffs in his first two seasons.[19] The 2019 season, in particular, highlighted these struggles as the Pride dealt with the extended absences of key players qualified for the FIFA Women's World Cup, such as Alex Morgan and Ali Krieger, which disrupted team cohesion and contributed to a poor overall performance.[20] Despite the difficulties, Skinner focused on player development and inspiring the World Cup contingent upon their return, aiming to raise training standards and shift what he viewed as a previously "soft" team culture to build long-term resilience.[3] Throughout his time in Orlando, Skinner introduced a coaching philosophy centered on player welfare, emphasizing protection from overexertion and holistic support amid the NWSL's demanding schedule, an approach he later carried forward in subsequent roles.[21] This focus aligned with broader efforts to foster sustainable growth, prioritizing individual progress over immediate results even as the team navigated roster transitions and competitive setbacks.[22] Skinner departed the Pride on July 23, 2021, citing family considerations—including a desire to be closer to his young daughter—and the emergence of a compelling new coaching opportunity as key factors in his decision.[23][24] His overall record reflected the team's challenges, with nine wins across competitions, though detailed statistics are documented separately.[25]Manchester United
Marc Skinner was appointed head coach of Manchester United Women in the FA Women's Super League on 29 July 2021, signing a two-year contract with an option for an additional year.[26][27] He replaced Casey Stoney, bringing experience from his time at Orlando Pride to focus on building a competitive squad in England's top flight.[28] In his first season (2021/22), Skinner oversaw an adaptation period as the team integrated new players and adjusted to his tactical approach, finishing fourth in the league. Subsequent seasons marked steady progression, with consistent top-four finishes in the WSL and improved performances against elite opponents like Chelsea and Arsenal. By the 2024/25 campaign, United had established themselves as title challengers, reaching third place in the league while qualifying for the UEFA Women's Champions League league phase for the first time in club history during 2025/26.[29][30] Skinner's tenure has been defined by major achievements in domestic cup competitions, including reaching three consecutive FA Cup finals from 2022 to 2024. The team lost the 2022 final to Chelsea but showed resilience in subsequent runs, culminating in a 4-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in the 2024 final at Wembley Stadium—the club's first major trophy since its reformation. Goals from Ella Toone, Lucia Garcia (twice), and Katie Zelem secured the win, highlighting Skinner's emphasis on clinical finishing and set-piece execution.[31][32][33] In April 2025, Skinner signed a new contract extension to remain head coach until June 2027, with an option for an additional year to 2028, reflecting the club's confidence in his leadership amid ongoing squad development. Two months later, in June 2025, he completed his UEFA Pro Licence through the England Football Learning programme, enhancing his qualifications after an 18-month course that included modules on advanced tactics and leadership.[4][34][35] Skinner's coaching style has evolved toward a high-pressing, possession-based system that prioritizes fluidity and player empowerment, drawing on his prior experience managing high-profile talents in the NWSL. He has focused on squad building through targeted signings like Elisabeth Terland and Jayde Riviere, fostering depth while integrating academy prospects to create a balanced roster capable of competing across multiple fronts. In response to early 2025/26 season criticisms regarding missed opportunities, Skinner urged his players to adopt greater "ruthlessness" in front of goal, emphasizing cleaner technical execution and mental resilience to convert dominance into results.[36][37][38] Ongoing challenges for Skinner include balancing the demands of expanded competitions, such as the inaugural UEFA Women's Champions League participation and entry into new formats like the seven-a-side Women's World Sevens series in May 2025, where they finished as runners-up after losing 2-1 to Bayern Munich in the final, while prioritizing player welfare.[39][40][41][42][43] He has acknowledged concerns over fixture congestion and injury risks, advocating for rotations to ensure squad freshness and mental well-being, particularly as United navigates a crammed schedule that tests depth against top European sides. As of November 2025, United sit third in the WSL with a 5–2–1 record following a 3–0 derby defeat to Manchester City, while enjoying a strong start in the Champions League; Skinner has emphasized the need for January signings to mount a title challenge and noted ongoing contract discussions with players like Terland.[44][45][46][47]Managerial record
Statistics
Marc Skinner's overall managerial record as of November 16, 2025, stands at 219 matches, with 115 wins, 40 draws, and 64 losses, yielding a career win percentage of 52.51%.[48] His tenure has shown progressive improvement, particularly at Manchester United, where his win percentage is 64%.[4]Birmingham City (2016–2019)
Skinner managed Birmingham City for approximately two and a half seasons, overseeing 39 matches across the FA Women's Super League and cups, with a points per game average of 1.67. The team achieved mid-table stability, including a seventh-place league finish in 2017 and fifth in 2018, alongside reaching the 2017 FA Women's Cup final.| Category | Matches | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win % | Goals For | Goals Against |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 39 | 18 | 8 | 13 | 46 | 52 | 38 |
Orlando Pride (2019–2021)
During his time with Orlando Pride in the National Women's Soccer League, Skinner recorded 43 matches over two and a half seasons, with a points per game of 0.88. The side struggled initially, finishing last in 2019 with a franchise-low 16 points, but showed signs of recovery in 2021, reaching the playoffs before his departure midway through the season.| Category | Matches | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 43 | 9 | 11 | 23 | 21 |
Manchester United (2021–present)
Skinner has managed Manchester United Women for over four seasons, compiling 137 matches with a win percentage of 64%, reflecting strong performance in the FA Women's Super League and domestic cups, including a second-place league finish in 2022–23 and an FA Cup victory in 2024. In the 2025/26 season, the team maintained an unbeaten record through their first seven WSL matches, scoring a league-high 19 goals, before suffering their first defeat, a 0–1 loss to Aston Villa on November 8, 2025, followed by a 3–0 loss to Manchester City in the Manchester derby on November 15, 2025.[4][51][52][53]| Category | Matches | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 137 | 88 | 21 | 28 | 64 |
Honours
Under Marc Skinner's management as head coach, the major team honours achieved are limited to his tenure at Manchester United. Manchester United- Adobe Women's FA Cup: 2023–24. This triumph marked the first major trophy in the history of the Manchester United Women's team, achieved with a 4–0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in the final at Wembley Stadium.[54]
- UEFA Pro Diploma: Awarded in June 2025, recognizing completion of the highest-level coaching qualification through an 18-month program delivered by England Football Learning.[35]
- Matt Beard Women's Manager of the Season: North West Football Awards, 2025. This accolade, renamed in memory of the late Liverpool manager Matt Beard, was presented for Skinner's leadership of Manchester United Women during the previous season.[56]