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Dario Vidosic is stepping down as Brighton Women's manager just 9 days before their WSL opener against Arsenal!In this episode, Fara breaks down:🔹 Vidosic's stats: Brighton's highest-ever league finish (5th) in his first season, then a first-ever FA Cup final in his second🔹 The timing disaster — 9 days before kickoff, after a summer of big signings🔹 Who could replace him, and how fast Brighton need to move🔹 The Angel City FC (NWSL) rumours and why the US league might be pulling top WSL coaches🔹 NWSL vs WSL attendance numbers🔹 The emotional backdrop, including the passing of Vidosic's father earlier this season🔹 Whether this makes him Brighton's greatest-ever managerSubscribe for more Fara Reacts breakdowns of the biggest stories in women's football.

🚨 BREAKING NEWS: Marc Skinner has officially left his role as Manchester United Women head coach by mutual agreement after five years in charge.In this video, we react to the news and break down his entire tenure—from delivering the club’s first-ever major trophy in the 2024 FA Cup to the internal shift in transfer strategy that ultimately led to his sudden exit just weeks before the new WSL season.00:00 Intro & Breaking News: Marc Skinner Departs Man Utd Women00:25 Historic Silverware & Transforming United into Contenders01:05 Questioning the Timing: Why Leave 4 Weeks Before the Season?01:30 Lack of Transfer Backing & Squad Depth Issues02:20 Tactical Identity: Squad Togetherness & Defensive Organization02:50 Losing Key Players: The Melvine Malard Exit to Chelsea03:25 Evaluating Skinner’s Legacy & Record Numbers04:00 What’s Next for Marc Skinner? (Deserved Break & Future Options)04:45 Who Replaces Him? Scott Rogers as Interim Candidate05:30 Pushing Above Their Weight: High Fan Expectations vs. Reality06:20 Developing Players & Final Farewell to Marc Skinner📊 MARC SKINNER’S MAN UTD RECORD:• Major Trophy: 1× Women’s FA Cup Winners (2024 – first major honor in club history)• WSL Finishes: 4th (21/22), 2nd (22/23 - Club-best & 1st Champions League qualification), 5th (23/24), 3rd (24/25), 4th (25/26)• Domestic Cup Finals: Reached 4 Finals in 5 Seasons (FA Cup 2023, 2024, 2025 & League Cup 2026)• Overall Record: ~150 Matches | ~80 Wins | ~53–54% Win Rate⚽ IN THIS VIDEO:🔹 Breaking Down the Departure: Reacting to his sudden exit just a month before the WSL opener against London City.🔹 Player Relationships: Insight into managing top talent and squad dynamics across his five seasons.🔹 The Boardroom Divide: Why frustration over transfer spending vs. the club's pivot to homegrown youth led to his resignation.🔹 Tactical Punditry: Analyzing his press, team setup, and tactical flexibility from a broadcast perspective.🔹 What Lies Ahead: Potential landing spots for Skinner and the top managerial targets for Carrington.💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments below! Did Marc Skinner leave at the right time, or should United have backed him in the transfer market? Who is your pick to replace him?#ManUtdWomen #WSL #MarcSkinner #MUFC #WomensSuperLeague #WomensFootball #ManchesterUnited#wsl #BWSL #Lionesses #Football #FaraWilliams #Womensfootball #LaurenJames #Bethmead #Leahwilliamson #ChloeKelly #Lucybronze #Russo #laurenhemp #Milliebright #Conticup #Championsleague #UWCL

Fara and Ryhanna hook up outside the stadium following Barcelona's 4th Champions League title secured in their SIXTH consecutive final.With plenty of rumours suggesting that the Catalan club could be losing a number of their star players to the WSL - Fara details why the club’s amazing academy means they always have a conveyor belt of talent.The pair analyse the performance of two young players who contributed massively to the victory and discuss how exciting it could be for the English top-flight if clubs are able to sign the likes of Ona Batlle and Alexis Putellas.There’s praise for UEFA taking the showpiece final to Norway to help bring the game to as many people across the continent as possible - despite the criticism from some quarters that the comparatively smaller stadium was a “backwards step” for the women’s game.Plus they reveal their player and young player of the tournament and pick out the standout performers from their team of the tournament.

Join Fara and Ryhanna as they react to a weekend of dramatic UWCL semi-final second-leg action.Arsenal’s Champions League title defence came to an end as they were knocked out by Lyon. The pair discuss what went wrong for the holders, the difference a returning Melchie Dumornay made and VAR.Barcelona are the other side to reach the final as they beat a determined Bayern. The pair discuss the thrilling end to the game, a potential Alexia Putellas farewell and give their predictions for the final in Oslo.They also name their team of the round and touch on the UEFA Women’s Europa Cup.

Fara and Ryhanna return with reaction to the weekend's UWCL semi-final action.Arsenal are ahead at the halfway stage against Lyon. The pair discuss the difference in performance from Arsenal in the first and second half, Leah Williamson's return and a brilliant performance from Olivia Smith.There was more refereeing controversy in the game between Bayern and Barcelona as Franziska Kett was shown a red card for a hair pull. The pair discuss the inconsistencies with refereeing after Katie McCabe was unpunished for a similar incident in the quarter-finals and the problems surrounding hair pulling in general.They also name their team of the round and touch on Chelsea's permanent move to Stamford Bridge as they prepare to say goodbye to Kingsmeadow.Fara Talks x Pepsi Max - 26/27 Campaign AssetsFara and Ryhanna return with reaction to the weekend's UWCL semi-final action.Arsenal are ahead at the halfway stage against Lyon. The pair discuss the difference in performance from Arsenal in the first and second half, Leah Williamson's return and a brilliant performance from Olivia Smith.There was more refereeing controversy in the game between Bayern and Barcelona as Franziska Kett was shown a red card for a hair pull. The pair discuss the inconsistencies with refereeing after Katie McCabe was unpunished for a similar incident in the quarter-finals and the problems surrounding hair pulling in general.They also name their team of the round and touch on Chelsea's permanent move to Stamford Bridge as they prepare to say goodbye to Kingsmeadow.Summarise this data   Fara and Ryhanna return with reaction to the weekend's UWCL semi-final action.Arsenal are ahead at the halfway stage against Lyon. The pair discuss the difference in performance from Arsenal in the first and second half, Leah Williamson's return and a brilliant performance from Olivia Smith.There was more refereeing controversy in the game between Bayern and Barcelona as Franziska Kett was shown a red card for a hair pull. The pair discuss the inconsistencies with refereeing after Katie McCabe was unpunished for a similar incident in the quarter-finals and the problems surrounding hair pulling in general.They also name their team of the round and touch on Chelsea's permanent move to Stamford Bridge as they prepare to say goodbye to Kingsmeadow.Turn on screen reader supportTo enable screen reader support, press ⌘+Option+Z To learn about keyboard shortcuts, press ⌘slash

Fara is joined once again by Ryhanna to react to Wednesday's UWCL Quarter-Final 2nd Leg action.Arsenal are through to the semi-finals despite losing to their rivals on the night. The pair discuss more controversial refereeing decisions, Sonia Bompastor's reaction as she brings receipts to her post-match interview and where Chelsea go from here.They also discuss Manchester United's exit from the competition after a spirited display, whether Marc Skinner is still the right person for the job and the club's need for more investment.Plus, they preview Thursday's games, Barcelona v Real Madrid and Lyon v Wolfsburg #BWSL #Lionesses #Football #FaraWilliams #Womensfootball #LaurenJames #Bethmead #Leahwilliamson #ChloeKelly #Lucybronze #Russo #laurenhemp #Milliebright #Conticup #Championsleague #UWCL

Fara and Ryhanna are back bringing you all of the talking points from the UWCL Quarter-Final 1st Leg matches.It's advantage Arsenal after a London Derby filled with fantastic goals and refereeing controversy. The pair discuss the big decisions from the game, as well as Katie McCabe's mid-match position shift, and record-breaker Alessia Russo.Despite narrowly losing to Bayern Munich in their first ever UWCL Quarter-Final appearace, Manchester United showed a lot of fight at Old Trafford. After the match captain Maya Le Tissier took responsibility for the first goal they conceded which Fara believes wasn't necessary.Elsewhere, Barcelona thrashed rivals Real Madrid and Wolfsburg pulled off a shock win over Lyon.Plus they name their team of the round and give their predictions for the 2nd Legs.

Fara and Ryhanna reunite after the first knockout stage – and there’s plenty to get into.Three English clubs are through to the quarter-finals, with Arsenal setting up a huge London derby against Chelsea next month. Manchester United reach this stage for the first time in their history, with Fara giving special praise to Marc Skinner and Jess Park for their impact.After witnessing some of the toughest conditions of the competition during Arsenal’s win over OH Leuven, Fara shares her own story of when the weather turned against her mid-game. The pair then build a Chelsea/Arsenal combined XI ahead of that mouth-watering tie.With talk of Manchester United v Bayern Munich being staged at Old Trafford and the Allianz Arena, Fara explains how iconic venues can elevate performance levels — while Ryhanna reflects on being in the stands for United’s landmark night. #BWSL #Lionesses #Football #FaraWilliams #Womensfootball #LaurenJames #Bethmead #Leahwilliamson #ChloeKelly #Lucybronze #Russo #laurenhemp #Milliebright #Conticup #Championsleague #UWCL

Fara Williams is joined by Ryhanna Parara to analyse why Chelsea have seemingly thrown all of their weight behind new manager Sonia Bompastor after giving her a new contract and dismissing Paul Green after he spent 13 years at the club in a senior position. After defender Dominique Janssen said the biggest reason for the team's success this season is the togetherness of the "big family" in the squad. The pair discuss Olivia Smith's new position as Arsenal's number 9 and look at the implications on the rest of the squad after the Canadian forward scored 2 in 2 in that new position. Plus they name their team of the round - analysing their stand out players from this set of UWCL fixtures.Fara Talks Powered By Pepsi Max