Manchester City captain Alex Greenwood says she was “shocked” by the departure of head coach Gareth Taylor. The announcement of Taylor’s exit on Monday came just five days before City play Chelsea in the Women’s League Cup final on Saturday. Former MLS and City coach Nick Cushing will take charge of the team for the rest of the season.

Manchester City women have sacked head coach Gareth Taylor just five days before their League Cup final match against Chelsea, the club confirmed on Monday.

Manchester City's women's team have sacked head coach Gareth Taylor, the club announced on Monday, with the team languishing fourth in the Women's Super League.