Manchester United appointed Eva Olid as manager of their women's team on August 5, 2026, following Marc Skinner's exit by mutual consent on August 3 after five years in charge [1, 2, 3, 4, 5].
Olid, 40, is a Spanish coach who managed Heart of Midlothian's women's team from 2021 until May 2026 [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]. Under her leadership, Hearts won their first Scottish Women's Premier League title last season and reached their first domestic final, losing to Rangers in the 2024 Scottish Cup [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]. She left Hearts after her contract ended by mutual agreement [1, 2, 3, 4, 5].
Manchester United signed Olid on a three-year contract with an option for an additional year [2, 3, 4, 5]. The club finished fourth in the Women's Super League last season and aims to focus on youth development with younger players for sustainable success [1, 2, 4].
Olid called her appointment “a dream come true” and said, “There is already so much talent within our squad and I am excited to work with the players to support them to fulfil their immense potential” [2, 3]. Matt Johnson, United’s women’s football director, praised her “remarkable achievements” and ability to maximize player potential while implementing an exciting style of football [3]. The club said Olid’s appointment “marks the start of an exciting new era for Manchester United Women as the club embarks on a clear vision for long-term, sustainable growth and success” [4].
Marc Skinner led United to their first major trophy, the Women’s FA Cup in 2024, and helped the team reach the Women’s Champions League group stages for the first time [1]. United have also invested heavily in their academy infrastructure to build a leading youth development system [4].
Olid won the SWPL Manager of the Season and PFA Scotland SWPL Manager of the Year awards before joining United [3, 5]. She will manage her first competitive match for Manchester United on September 4, 2026, against London City Lionesses [1, 2, 3, 4, 5].
