Alessia Russo: Old Trafford match is "much deserved" for Man United Women

This Sunday, Manchester United Women will mark a milestone in their history when they walk out under the lights of the Theatre of Dreams.

The Red Devils will host their first ever match at Old Trafford in front of fans, a moment that has been a long time coming for both the players and supporters.

Last season, United hosted their first ever match at the main stadium, but with no fans in attendance and the fixture not broadcast, the occasion was bittersweet.

This time round, they will do it with all the bells and whistles. United will welcome Everton to Old Trafford as they continue their fight for Champions League qualification.

Reds Devils forward Alessia Russo sat down with GiveMeSport Women to talk about the magnitude of the event and how this is just the start of Man United Women’s journey to the top.

“We’re all really excited, it’s a special occasion and I think it’s very much deserved of us to play here on such a wonderful pitch with all our friends and families and the fans in the stadium.

“But I think we’ll enjoy it a bit more after it’s done and we’ve put out a performance and hopefully earned three points.”

As it stands, United are third in the WSL table but are being chased by neighbours Manchester City, who are behind only on goal difference.

For the Reds, one minor slip up could be disastrous and Russo stressed the team has acknowledged the importance of the five remaining league games.

Some upsets earlier this season blew the battle for Champions League football wide open, but United have bounced back and are very much in contention to secure a top three finish at the end of the campaign.

“We all believe in each other in the changing rooms and I think we have an identity and we have been working towards