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Marc Skinner: Man United can still qualify for Europe despite derby defeat
- Manchester United were thrashed 3-0 by Manchester City at Old Trafford in the WSL, leaving their European hopes in doubt.
- Marc Skinner insisted the players are giving absolutely everything despite fatigue and a tough schedule.
- City sit 11 points clear at the top and could seal their first WSL title in a decade after the win.
- Skinner pointed to fatigue and the lack of squad depth as factors behind United’s dip in performance.
- Skinner hopes Elisabeth Terland will return for the second leg of the Champions League quarterfinal, noting her Achilles tendinopathy.
- Skinner acknowledged the impact of injuries and overuse from European fixtures on United’s form.
- United’s run-in could determine European qualification, with a potential drop from second to fourth if rivals win.
- United have already been knocked out of the FA Cup and lost the League Cup final, narrowing their path to Europe.
- Andree Jeglertz, City coach, praised his side’s confidence and observed strong performance despite weather conditions.
- UEFA planning and expansion topics loom as teams chase European spots and titles in the league.
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