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Marc Skinner Reveals How to Maximise Jess Park’s Talent as Manchester United Women Boss Explains Freedom Given to England Star Has Unlocked Her Quality
Manchester United Women head coach Marc Skinner has revealed how he has maximised Jess Park’s talent this season. The England midfielder has been in sensational form for the Red Devils, and Skinner believes giving her freedom has been the key to unlocking her quality.
Park has registered numerous goal involvements already this season and has become a crucial player for United as they chase silverware on multiple fronts. Skinner spoke to the press ahead of Sunday’s FA Cup fifth round clash with Chelsea and explained his approach to getting the best out of the 24-year-old.
More Freedom Than at Manchester City
Skinner was asked to comment on how Park has been so successful at United and explained the difference from her time at Manchester City. “Sometimes club football acts as an audition for international football. At City, Jess had a very defined role. Here, we’ve given her more freedom.”
The United boss added, “If you keep her in one space, it can stifle her. But if you allow her to drift and find different areas, she creates chances and scores goals. She’s had so many goal involvements already this season.” This is spot on from Skinner, who has clearly identified exactly what Park needs to thrive.
Rolfo and Terland Fitness Update
Skinner confirmed that Fridolina Rolfo and Elisabeth Terland may be ready for the Chelsea match this weekend. “Frido picked up a knock against Leicester. We’re still assessing her for Sunday. It’s basically a dead leg that we just need to manage. It’s similar with Teri. Hopefully both could be back, but we’ll see over the next few days.”
The manager also confirmed that Julia Zigiotti Olme was substituted at halftime as a precaution, as she has been feeling under the weather lately. United face Chelsea at Kingsmeadow on Sunday afternoon in what promises to be a huge FA Cup encounter.
WWE wrestler Chelsea Green enjoyed the full Chelsea experience when she was the guest of honour at Stamford Bridge against Brentford last month. The former two time and inaugural WWE Women’s United States Champion made her first trip to the stadium to watch the Blues beat the Bees 2-0.
The 34 year old watched on from the Dugout Club as Liam Rosenior’s men secured victory after goals from Joao Pedro and Cole Palmer. Green, who has Chelsea roots in her family with her mother and extended family being British, also sent a congratulatory message to the west London outfit on Instagram following the Club World Cup triumph last summer.
Dove in Headfirst as Chelsea Fans Do
The former AAA World Mixed Tag Team Champion told talkSPORT, “I had the best time, I drank lots of champagne, I got a jersey. I really just like dove in headfirst as the Chelsea fans do.”
Green, who joined talkSPORT as part of WWE 2K26 Creator Fest, was speaking to ex Chelsea star Tony Cascarino on Weekend Breakfast. However, she broke the 63 year old’s heart by admitting she would not don his retro kit after being gifted a shirt by Blues ace Marc Cucurella.
I’m a Kuk’s Girl Right Now
On the prospect of wearing a Cascarino kit, Green replied: “I don’t think so. I feel like, I’m sorry, but I feel like I’m a Kuk’s girl right now.” This is brilliant loyalty from Green, who clearly understands the importance of supporting current players over legends from the past.
Chelsea Fan for Life
Green recently opened up on her connection with Chelsea that goes far beyond simply sharing a name. “I’ve been a Chelsea fan for life. My grandparents are British, my mum is British, my cousins and uncle are here, and I also lived in Devon when I was seven and eight years old,” she told the Blues’ website.
The Canadian born wrestler was gifted a custom Chelsea FC belt and a Cucurella shirt during her memorable first visit to Stamford Bridge.
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Sam Kerr Explains Why She Still Isn’t 100 Percent After Injury as Chelsea and Australia While Admitting To ‘Self Doubt’
Sam Kerr has revealed her self doubt and explained why she still isn’t 100 percent after her spell on the sidelines with a knee injury. The Australian suffered an ACL injury during a warm weather training camp in Morocco with Chelsea in January 2024 that restricted the forward to just eight Women’s Super League appearances last season.
The usual recovery time for an ACL injury is between nine and 12 months, but Kerr spent an agonising 18 months out of the game before her return to action last September. A problem with a surgical graft that went undiscovered for 10 months meant the Australian’s recovery time was longer than expected.
Feel Like I’m Probably 85 and Above
Kerr is back with the Australia squad ahead of their Asian Cup opener against the Philippines in Perth on Sunday. Speaking to the media on Saturday, the striker said, “It’s kind of come in waves. I think at the start when I came back from the ACL with Chelsea, I felt really good. And then I probably had a little bit of a dip.”
When asked how she feels on a scale of 1 to 100, Kerr replied, “I feel like I’m probably 85 and above. I don’t want to say I’m at 100 yet. I haven’t had one of those games yet where I felt completely myself, but I think about 85 percent and above.”
Last One Standing From 2010 Asian Cup
The Matildas are hoping to land the Asian Cup for the first time since 2010. Kerr was part of that squad as a 16 year old and is the only remaining member still playing. “That makes me sad that I’m the last one standing. Still to this day, that is one of the best moments in my footballing career,” Kerr stated.
The 32 year old has struggled to force her way back into Sonia Bompastor’s plans at Chelsea, having started just one league match while making an additional 13 appearances off the bench for the Blues.
Arsenal host Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday in what could prove decisive for the Gunners’ Premier League title ambitions. Arsenal sit top of the table with 61 points from 28 matches, five points clear of Manchester City, who still have a game in hand, while Chelsea occupy 7th with 45 points after being held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by Burnley at Stamford Bridge last weekend.
This represents a huge opportunity for Mikel Arteta’s side to put further distance between themselves and the chasing pack before facing Brighton away on Wednesday. Chelsea arrive at the Emirates in patchy form under Liam Rosenior, who has won just two of his eight league matches since replacing Enzo Maresca in January despite an encouraging start to his tenure.
Kick-off: 4:30 GMT, Sunday, March 1, 2026
Venue: Emirates Stadium
TV: Sky Sports
Kai Havertz Returns to Haunt Former Club
Mikel Arteta confirmed on Friday that Kai Havertz will train on Saturday ahead of the Chelsea clash, giving the German a chance to feature against his former employers. Havertz has been sidelined with a hamstring injury since early February, but scored the winner in Arsenal’s 1-0 Carabao Cup semi final victory over Chelsea earlier this month.
The 26 year old has endured a nightmare campaign with injuries limiting him to just 158 Premier League minutes this season, though he has still managed two goals and two assists when available. Viktor Gyokeres has flourished in Havertz’s absence, scoring twice in the 4-1 North London Derby demolition of Tottenham last weekend.
Rosenior Yet to Face Top Six Opposition
Liam Rosenior faces his first test against a top six side in the league since taking charge of Chelsea, having only faced teams sitting 7th or lower during his opening eight matches. His winning run needs proper context, given the quality of opposition, with recent dropped points against Leeds and Burnley at Stamford Bridge exposing serious vulnerabilities.
Arteta has beaten Rosenior twice already this season in the two legged Carabao Cup semi final, and the Spanish manager will fancy his chances of completing a treble over the Chelsea boss. Bukayo Saka should be fit despite limping off late against Spurs, while Ben White remains doubtful with a niggle.
Predicted Lineups: Arsenal (4-3-3): Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Timber; Rice, Zubimendi, Odegaard; Saka, Gyokeres, Eze
Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Sanchez; James, Disasi, Colwill, Cucurella; Fernandez, Caicedo; Madueke, Palmer, Mudryk; Jackson
Also read: Kai Havertz Injury Update: Real Timeline and Medical Details Revealed!
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