Manchester United Women extended their winning streak to seven games with a 2-1 victory over London City Lionesses, despite manager Marc Skinner describing it as 'winning ugly.' The Red Devils came from behind after Nikita Parris's early header, with Jess Park equalizing before Millie Turner's late winner sealed the three points.

Skinner praised his team's resilience after their midweek Champions League trip to Madrid, which saw them return at 4am before Sunday's match. 'I'm absolutely buzzing,' he said, highlighting the significance of grinding out results while juggling European and WSL commitments. The win maintains United's position in the top three, with Arsenal and Chelsea closing in on the table.

Despite missing Melvine Malard through illness, United showed growing ruthlessness, needing just two shots on target to secure victory. Skinner emphasized the importance of navigating challenging periods, noting that successful teams must mix playing styles and show character. With a League Cup final against Chelsea approaching and a Champions League tie with Atletico Madrid to conclude, United's ability to win when not at their best could prove crucial for their season ambitions.