Marc Skinner issues rallying cry to fans after narrow defeat to SK Brann
The Reds were beaten 1-0 by Brann in Thursday’s away first leg of our third-round qualifier and, speaking to MUTV after the game – which set a new attendance record for women’s football in Norway – the United head coach said: “That [the crowd] was their extra player tonight, if we can do the same, then we’ll get through this tie.”
Over 16,000 fans were in attendance as United stepped out in the Nordic nation and dominated for the majority of the game, creating the better chances and forcing goalkeeper Selma Panengstuen into some good saves.
However, against the run of play, from a set-piece, our hosts took the lead in the 76th minute. Skinner remained positive at full-time despite the result, buoyed by his team’s performance.
