Marc Skinner praised Manchester United’s “professional performance” as they secured a comfortable victory over relegation-battling Brighton. Two goals from the in-form Leah Galton and late additions from Rachel Williams and Lucía García helped United open up a three-point lead at the top, swinging the pressure back on to their title rivals as the WSL continues towards a fascinating conclusion.
Despite the score and the two sides’ contrasting fortunes, it was not always straightforward. On a bumpy pitch and with a vocal record home crowd, United struggled to find top gear against a dogged Brighton.
