Manchester United Women look to bounce back from their midweek Champions League disappointment when they host fifth-placed Tottenham at Leigh Sports Village on Sunday afternoon.
The Red Devils sit just one point ahead of Spurs in third place, making this a crucial encounter in the race for European qualification.
Kick-off: 14:30 GMT, Sunday, December 15, 2025
Venue: Leigh Sports Village (Progress With Unity Stadium)
TV: BBC Two, BBC iPlayer, BBC Sport Online
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Form Guide
United suffered a crushing 3-0 home defeat to Lyon in midweek, their heaviest loss of the season, but bounced back from previous setbacks with a 2-1 victory over West Ham last weekend. Marc Skinner’s side have endured a difficult run recently, winning just twice in their last six matches across all competitions, including heavy defeats to Manchester City (3-0) and Wolfsburg (5-2).
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Tottenham arrive in good spirits after edging Aston Villa 2-1 last Saturday thanks to goals from Bethany England and Olivia Holdt. Martin Ho’s side have impressed this season with their tactical discipline, holding Arsenal to a goalless draw in their last league outing before the international break. However, their recent away record shows vulnerability with defeats at Chelsea and London City Lionesses.
Team News
United’s Elisabeth Terland remains doubtful after picking up a knock against West Ham, though Marc Skinner will assess her availability on matchday. Phallon Tullis-Joyce has now made consecutive starts after returning from her fractured eye socket, marking her 50th United appearance against Lyon. Millie Turner could finally return from her three-month knee injury layoff, providing a timely defensive boost.
Tottenham face a significant injury crisis with Jessica Naz the latest casualty after suffering an ACL rupture against Aston Villa. She joins Ella Morris and Maite Oroz, who are both recovering from the same devastating injury. Charlotte Grant, Olga Ahtinen, Cathinka Tandberg and Luana Buhler are all unavailable until after Christmas.
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Head-to-Head History
United boast a dominant record against Spurs, unbeaten in their last 11 WSL meetings with eight victories. The only blemish came in last season’s corresponding fixture which ended 2-2, representing Tottenham’s only point from five visits to Manchester. United have scored in all 11 encounters while keeping seven clean sheets, demonstrating their historical superiority in this fixture.
Predicted Lineups
Manchester United (4-2-3-1): Tullis-Joyce; Riviere, Le Tissier, Turner, Sandberg; Zigiotti Olme, Naalsund; Park, Toone, Malard; Terland
Tottenham (4-3-3): England; Hunt, Bartrip, Nilden, James; Spence, Summanen, Bizet; Raso, Thomas, England
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