Aston Villa have sacked manager Natalia Arroyo following a winless start to the Women's Super League season. Villa are yet to win this season, drawing two and losing two of their opening four matches. They suffered a 4-0 defeat by Tottenham on Sunday and are due to play Newcastle in the Women's League Cup on Wednesday.

Arroyo joined Villa in January 2025 and had another two years remaining on her contract. She becomes the first managerial departure this season. The club informed Arroyo of their decision on Monday evening, with players told on Tuesday morning.

Former Everton manager Brian Sorensen, now Villa's women's technical advisor, has been placed in interim charge. Despite investment in the transfer window last season, Villa lacked consistency and were underwhelming. While they earned a draw against Chelsea on the opening weekend, they have looked dangerous at the back and chaotic out of possession. Their latest defeat by Spurs appears to have been enough to lead to Arroyo's sacking.