⚽VERY SAD Bruno Fernandez news has been announced this morning as Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag has stripped him off the Captain Batch and the new Captain has been named.

Maya Le Tissier has been announced as Manchester United’s new captain for the 2024/25 season, succeeding Katie Zelem, who departed during the summer transfer window.
Le Tissier, a central defender who joined from Brighton & Hove Albion two years ago, has quickly solidified her place as a key figure in United’s defense with her consistent and skillful performances.

Speaking about her new role, Le Tissier said, “I am deeply honored to be named captain of this amazing club. I am excited to lead the team both on and off the pitch with great pride.” Her elevation to captain follows Zelem’s exit, who had been captain since 2019, guiding the team to an FA Cup victory in May before moving to Angel City FC in the NWSL after her contract expired.

Le Tissier’s contributions have been vital over the past seasons, notably her partnership with Millie Turner in central defense, which helped Manchester United achieve a Women’s Super League record of 14 clean sheets during the 2022/23 season, leading them to a second-place league finish.

Her impressive club form has not gone unnoticed by the national team, earning her a call-up to the senior England squad following the Lionesses’ Euro 2022 triumph. Le Tissier has made four appearances for England and was part of the standby list for the 2023 World Cup, traveling with the team to Australia but not featuring in any matches.

While her club performances have been stellar, her international progression has been somewhat restricted by England coach Sarina Wiegman, who prefers using Le Tissier as a full-back rather than her favored center-back role.

At the end of the 2023/24 season, Le Tissier was jointly awarded United’s Players’ Player of the Year alongside Ella Toone, who has been named vice-captain. Unlike Zelem’s tenure, which lacked an official deputy captain, Le Tissier will have Toone as her second-in-command. Toone, United’s all-time leading appearance maker and top scorer with 53 goals in 164 games, is seen as a key figure for the club’s future.

Le Tissier recently extended her contract with Manchester United until 2028, while Toone remains with the club until the end of the next season.

Le Tissier’s promotion to captain underscores Manchester United’s faith in her leadership and her rapid rise in the squad. As captain, she is expected to be instrumental in guiding the team’s defense and leading them to further success in the upcoming season.
Maya Le Tissier has been named Manchester United Women’s captain for the 2024/25 season, succeeding Katie Zelem, who left the club during the summer transfer window. Le Tissier, a central defender who joined Manchester United from Brighton & Hove Albion two years ago, has quickly established herself as a key figure in United’s defense, known for her consistent and skillful performances.

Upon her appointment as captain, Le Tissier expressed her gratitude and commitment, stating, “I am deeply honored to be named captain of this amazing club. I am excited to lead the team both on and off the pitch with great pride.” Her promotion follows the departure of former captain Katie Zelem, who led the team since 2019 and guided them to an FA Cup victory in May before moving to Angel City FC in the NWSL after her contract expired.

Le Tissier’s defensive partnership with Millie Turner has been crucial for Manchester United, contributing to the team achieving a Women’s Super League record of 14 clean sheets during the 2022/23 season and securing a second-place finish in the league. Her impressive performances at the club level have earned her recognition at the national level, resulting in a call-up to the senior England squad after the Lionesses’ Euro 2022 victory. Le Tissier has made four appearances for England and was included in the standby list for the 2023 World Cup squad. Although she traveled with the team to Australia, she did not feature in any matches, partly due to England coach Sarina Wiegman’s preference for playing her as a full-back rather than her preferred center-back position.

At the conclusion of the 2023/24 season, Le Tissier was jointly awarded United’s Players’ Player of the Year alongside Ella Toone, who has now been appointed as vice-captain. Unlike Zelem’s tenure, which did not include an official deputy captain, Le Tissier will have Toone as her second-in-command. Toone, United’s all-time leading appearance maker and top scorer with 53 goals in 164 games, is seen as a crucial figure for the club’s future.

Le Tissier recently extended her contract with Manchester United until 2028, solidifying her long-term future at the club, while Toone remains under contract until the end of the next season. Le Tissier’s elevation to captain underscores the club’s confidence in her leadership and her rapid development within the squad. As captain, she is expected to play a vital role in leading the team’s defense and driving them toward further success in the upcoming season.