Manchester United beaten by Bayern Munich in inaugural World Sevens final
Marc Skinner's side defeated Manchester City 2-0 in the semi-finals and took the lead against Bayern in the seven-a-side event but ultimately fell to a 2-1 loss.
United's efforts still earned them one million euros (approximately £840,000), with Bayern taking home 2.5million euros (approximately £2.1million).
🏆 @FCBayern ARE YOUR WORLD SEVENS FOOTBALL CHAMPIONS!
They take home the crown, the trophy, and $2.5 MILLION 💰@ManUtdWomen fought hard and walk away with a well-earned $1 MILLION.
History made. Legends crowned. An unforgettable 3 days. pic.twitter.com/2lbxuIxcW4
— World Sevens Football (@worldsevens_) May 23, 2025
United goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce and Bayern counterpart Ena Mahmutovic had both made good saves before United took the lead just before half-time against the run of play, Melvine Malard setting up Simi Awujo for a fizzing finish.
But Bayern responded strongly and Momoko Tanikawa, who scored twice in their 5-0 semi-final win over Paris St Germain, equalised before Sarah Zadrazil struck the winner with three minutes remaining.
Ella Toone sat out Friday's matches with what the PA news agency understands is some tightness, with the England star keen not to take any risks ahead of the European Championship.
Earlier, goals from Malard and Gabby George were enough to give United victory over City.
We've reached the @WorldSevens_ final! 😍👏#MUWomen || #WorldSevensFootball pic.twitter.com/Ut8RjPmzVY
— Manchester United Women (@ManUtdWomen) May 23, 2025
Malard opened the scoring in only the fourth minute with a terrific volley into the top corner that gave Khiara Keating no chance.
Keating was a key last line of defence for City in the remainder of the first half, though, denying Grace Clinton and Malard again with fine saves.
United kept up the pressure at the start of the second period of 15 minutes and Clinton hit the crossbar before George made sure of the victory with a near-post finish.
City eventually finished fourth after losing 3-1 to PSG in the third-placed play-off.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
North Wales Chronicle
32 minutes ago
- North Wales Chronicle
Sir Dave Brailsford set for reduced role at Manchester United after reshuffle
Brailsford has played a major part since Ratcliffe secured his stake in United in February 2024, stepping down as team principal of the Ineos Grenadiers cycling team to take charge of footballing operations at Old Trafford and investing considerable time and energy in driving change at the club. But after a season in which United finished 15th, their worst Premier League finish, and lost the Europa League final to Tottenham, Ratcliffe is planning a shake-up which will see Brailsford return to his role as director of sport for the wider Ineos group, as first reported by The Times. Under the plans, Jason Wilcox – currently United's technical director – will reportedly be named director of football, and former Tour de France winner and Olympic champion Geraint Thomas is set to take on a leadership role with the Grenadiers when he retires as a rider at the end of the year. Brailsford, 61, has overseen a major overhaul of United's operations, including a £50million redevelopment of the Carrington training ground. Ratcliffe has scaled back some of Ineos's sporting commitments, terminating its sponsorship of the New Zealand rugby team and ending his bid to win the America's Cup. However, Ratcliffe remains committed to the cycling team, who no longer hold the dominant position they did when winning the Tour de France in seven out of eight editions between 2012 and 2019. Thomas, 39, has said he will retire after the Tour of Britain in September.
Daily Mirror
an hour ago
- Daily Mirror
Man Utd in transfer contact with Martinez 'for six months' amid Onana struggles
Manchester United are stepping up their search for a replacement for Andre Onana, with Red Devils chiefs now eyeing a move for Aston Villa's World Cup winner Emi Martinez Manchester United have been in contact with Aston Villa keeper Emi Martinez for the past six months as they consider signing a replacement for Andre Onana. Martinez has starred for Aston Villa since arriving from Arsenal five years ago. He played a key role as they reached the quarter-finals of the Champions League this season, before securing European qualification for a third successive year. The 32-year-old also won the World Cup with Argentina during his time at Villa Park. But it appears increasingly likely that he will leave the Second City this summer. Villa's failure to qualify for the Champions League means that a big sale will be needed to comply with Profit and Sustainability rules. Martinez appears to be a prime candidate to move on, with Villa eyeing a move for Espanyol's Joan Garcia. The Argentine has been heavily linked with a transfer to a Saudi Arabia club. But his standing as one of the Premier League's top keepers will also attract the interest of big teams in Europe. United look to be one of them amid Onana's awful form in the season just gone. The Cameroonian kept just nine clean sheets in his 38 Premier League appearances, conceding 44 goals in the top-flight as the Red Devils finished 15th. According to TyC Sports, United chiefs have identified Martinez as a prime option. While he has no offers on the table, the Red Devils are said to be interested. It is claimed that United chiefs first contacted Martinez six months ago and have been discussing a move for him for 'weeks'. Any move will only take place if Onana departs, with United ready to go 'all out' for Martinez. While the speculation around his future grows louder, Martinez is currently with Argentina ahead of their World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Colombia. Martinez is yet to comment publicly on his future, but he did break down in tears as he waved to Villa fans following their final home game of the season. Many pundits took that as a sign he is on his way out. The keeper has insisted he is pleased to have helped Villa secure a place in the Europa League next season. But he conceded that the campaign had largely been a disappointing one. "3rd consecutive European football. Not what we wanted but that shows how far we have come as a club. The fans were amazing as always, thank you! It's been a long and hard season but working with people you love is always easier," Martinez posted on Instagram. Villa boss Unai Emery meanwhile has hinted that Martinez will be on his way this summer. The Spaniard refused to confirm that the Argentine would be staying in the Midlands. He said: "We will see. Of course, it is the last match here [this season], and I don't know. We will see about the team, the players, but of course, they are responding on the field. Of course, then we will see about everything, how we are going to try to get better for the next season."
Rhyl Journal
an hour ago
- Rhyl Journal
Sir Dave Brailsford set for reduced role at Manchester United after reshuffle
Brailsford has played a major part since Ratcliffe secured his stake in United in February 2024, stepping down as team principal of the Ineos Grenadiers cycling team to take charge of footballing operations at Old Trafford and investing considerable time and energy in driving change at the club. But after a season in which United finished 15th, their worst Premier League finish, and lost the Europa League final to Tottenham, Ratcliffe is planning a shake-up which will see Brailsford return to his role as director of sport for the wider Ineos group, as first reported by The Times. Under the plans, Jason Wilcox – currently United's technical director – will reportedly be named director of football, and former Tour de France winner and Olympic champion Geraint Thomas is set to take on a leadership role with the Grenadiers when he retires as a rider at the end of the year. Brailsford, 61, has overseen a major overhaul of United's operations, including a £50million redevelopment of the Carrington training ground. Ratcliffe has scaled back some of Ineos's sporting commitments, terminating its sponsorship of the New Zealand rugby team and ending his bid to win the America's Cup. However, Ratcliffe remains committed to the cycling team, who no longer hold the dominant position they did when winning the Tour de France in seven out of eight editions between 2012 and 2019. Thomas, 39, has said he will retire after the Tour of Britain in September.
