Captain’s Column: Maya keen to maintain momentum
Sunday 30 March 2025 08:00
It was so important that we got back to winning ways last weekend. Our defeat at Anfield was not the type of performance we pride ourselves on.
At Villa, we showed how Manchester United should play and how we want to play. We worked hard, we played together, we were positive on the ball, and we got at the opposition with our individual qualities.
We have so much individual talent; we just need to make sure we are able to make the most of it and play with some freedom.
When we lose games, it’s important to not get too low, and when we win, we want to not get too high. We obviously want to enjoy the games we win but we need to remain focused.
You cannot get through a season without a blip and that was Liverpool for us. It’s about showing other teams how we bounce back, so it was really important that we did that.
On the pitch, I like to be someone who other players rely on; to perform well and give my team-mates what they need.
Off the pitch, I want to be there for the players as well. I try and be available for everyone. I’m still a young captain and have been learning a lot this season about the responsibilities of leading this great team.
I do get things wrong, but I have a really good group around me so when that happens, I can do it better next time.
It’s crazy that we are so close to the end of the season already. We want to keep the momentum going ahead of the last stint of games, beginning with a win against Everton this afternoon to take us into the international break.
Finally, I’d just like to say happy Mother’s Day to my mum and granny! Also, a very happy Mother’s Day to everyone – hopefully you can spend a nice afternoon celebrating a win with us here at Leigh Sports Village.
We appreciate all the support and hopefully we can give you all a nice gift of three WSL points.
Maya’s column features inside the official United Women v Everton (12:00 BST KO) matchday programme alongside much more exclusive content – copies will be available to buy at Leigh Sports Village for £3.
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