Marc Skinner has called for improvements to the Women's Super League's (WSL) in-game interview process after a scheduled interview was cancelled at the moment his side conceded the opening goal in their 3-0 defeat to Manchester City.

Manchester City Women are on their way to a statement derby result against Manchester United, with Andrée Jeglertz's side up 3-0 at half-time. It's been a dominant display from City on their home

Manchester United manager Marc Skinner delivered a surprisingly defiant assessment after his side suffered a heavy derby defeat at the Etihad, insisting that Manchester City were “not that far ahead” despite a humbling 3-0 scoreline that leaves United’s title hopes hanging by a thread.

Man City is without a loss in its last seven league outings, sitting atop the WSL, while Man United was unbeaten in the fixture in WSL last season.

Manchester United suffer their first Women's Super League defeat of the season as Miri Taylor's first-half strike gives Aston Villa a gritty victory.

Where to watch the WSL match online between Manchester City and Manchester United, including live streams, TV channels, kick-off time and more.

First-half goals from Rebecca Knaak, Bunny Shaw and Lauren Hemp did the damage – with United not registering a shot on target. But United head coach Marc Skinner had a surprising verdict after the match when asked about his team’s title hopes compared to City, who are now four points clear.