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Manchester United Women face Leicester City Women in their opening 2025/26 WSL fixture at Leigh Sports Village on Sunday, 7 September 2025, with kick-off set for 12:00 BST[4]. This match marks the start of the domestic season for both sides, with United looking to build on last season’s third-place finish[2].

United have been active in the transfer market, securing the signings of Swedish internationals Julia Zigiotti Olme and Fridolina Rolfo, as well as Jess Park, who could make her debut following a deadline-day move from Manchester City[3]. Several players are recovering from minor injuries: Frida Rolfo and Rach Williams have resumed training, Gabby George is about a week away from returning, Leah Galton needs a couple of weeks, and Simi Awujo is out for two to three weeks more. Manager Marc Skinner has stated these injuries are not major and expects a fuller squad in the coming weeks[2][4].

Leicester City, who have had a quieter transfer window, are pushing for international clearance for their newest signing, Moroccan forward Rosella Ayane. Olivia McLoughlin has arrived from Rangers and Cecily Wellesley-Smith has joined on loan from Arsenal. Jutta Rantala is back in training but is not expected to feature Sunday, while Missy Goodwin remains out[2][4].

Manchester United carry strong recent form, having not lost to Leicester in their last eight meetings (seven wins, one draw)[1]. United also progressed in the Champions League qualifiers, recently defeating PSV Eindhoven and Hammarby[6]. Experts predict a comfortable win for United, with multiple outlets projecting a 2-0 or 3-0 result in their favour[3][6].

The match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Premier League and covered via live blogs and radio commentary for fans unable to attend[4][5][7].

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