Are Man Utd judged differently to other WSL sides?
Manchester United are one of the biggest clubs in the world, but is the women's team really judged differently as a result?
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"described the men's team as the 'main issue' and referred to the women's side as 'girls' and 'an opportunity'."
— Sir Jim Ratcliffe , Executive
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Alessia Russo is a professional footballer who plays as a striker for the England women's national team.
Current captain of Manchester City and former player for Manchester United.
Manchester United's manager who reflected on the challenges faced in the Champions League.
Mary Earps is a former England goalkeeper who has joined London City Lionesses after a successful stint in France.
Player for the French national football team.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe is a British billionaire industrialist and the owner of Manchester United.
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Manchester United are one of the biggest clubs in the world, but is the women's team really judged differently as a result?
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