#interim-manager

#interim-manager

"Managing your country at any level is a privilege and I'm delighted to be given this chance," said Lindsay. "I have followed the senior women's team for some time. They have a fantastic leadership group and my role will simply be to add where I can. "These are two tough games to kick off our World Cup campaign and I'm looking forward to getting started."

Having people who know the club, who care for the club and understand what it takes to be a Manchester United player -- that's where the club needs to be. The club has lost its identity, it's lost that family feel, if you like. Whether it's Ole [Ole Gunnar Solskjaer] or Michael, this is an opportunity to bring that back, bring the spirit of Manchester United back to the football club.

The 52-year-old, who also made over 200 appearances for the club as a player, was named interim manager in December 2018 following the sacking of Jose Mourinho. After a successful start he was handed the role full-time, leading the club for nearly three years before being dismissed in November 2021. After a lengthy spell out of the game, he returned at Besiktas in January 2025 but lasted just eight months before being sacked.

The decision to appoint Joey O'Brien as interim manager reflects the club's commitment to consistency and stability following Damien Duff's departure, ensuring a smooth transition during this critical period.