Scarlett Hill warming up for United Women v Burnley | October 2026
Scarlett Hill warming up for United Women v Burnley | October 2026
The Reds can stretch our ongoing unbeaten run to 10 matches in the 12:45 GMT kick-off, which marks a return to Barclays Women's Super League action after Wednesday's 3-0 victory over Burnley in the Subway Players Cup.
Young defender Scarlett Hill limped off in the second half of that midweek win and won't be available, but fellow Academy graduate Jess Simpson could feature, despite also coming off with an issue late in the game.
Celin Bizet Donnum, Jayde Riviere and Emma Watson all returned to action against the Clarets, meaning Eva has close to a full squad to select from, with the exceptions of Hill and long-term absentee Fridolina Rolfo, who is expecting a baby.
“Players that were not available before [the Burnley game] are available, now the only player that we have not available is Scarlett,” the boss told reporters at her pre-match press conference on Friday afternoon.
“After, of course, I need to make decisions because four players or five need to be out the squad and that is my decision. But everyone is available, Scarlett is the only player not available.”
Eva Olid speaking during pre-Everton press conference
Eva Olid speaking during pre-Everton press conference
'MAYA WANTS THE BEST FOR THE TEAM'
Eva was also asked in the press conference about captain Maya Le Tissier's substitution on Wednesday night, which brought an end to an incredible run that had seen the skipper play every minute of our previous 118 matches.
The boss says Maya's withdrawal was pre-planned and spoken about ahead of kick-off, with the aim of protecting her ahead of another important game, at Goodison Park on Saturday.
“I think she just wanted to do what was best for the team and for her, too,” Eva said, when asked about Maya.
“I speak a lot individually with the players and I had a conversation with her, letting her know that I will give her a rest in the second half. She knew, because the records are good but I need to protect her. I think she needed a rest and I think it was the best decision, but still, she’s starting all games.
“I need to think what’s best for her and I didn’t want to take the risk in that second half. We have an important game tomorrow [Saturday] and I had to protect her.”
Maya's run of starting every United fixture since she arrived from Brighton & Hove Albion in 2022 is a streak that still stands, at a remarkable 147 consecutive appearances.
Maya Le Tissier thumbnail for podcast recording
Maya Le Tissier thumbnail for podcast recording
EVERTON'S TEAM NEWS
Midfielder Zara Kramzar suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury in the Toffees' WSL win against Birmingham City earlier this month, and is currently undergoing rehabilitation with the care of the club's medical team.
Inma Gabbaro and Karen Holmgaard have also been sidelined with ACL injuries, while Megan Finnigan was recently welcomed back from one, after 602 days out.
Academy graduate Issy Hobson hasn't played since being forced off in the early stages of September's Players Cup meeting with Birmingham.
United Women celebrate Wangerheim goal v Burnley
United Women celebrate Wangerheim goal v Burnley
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Outside of Goodison Park in sunshine
Outside of Goodison Park in sunshine
United Women huddle after Burnley win
United Women huddle after Burnley win