Emma Hayes is stepping down as Chelsea women's manager after a successful 12-year stint, during which she expressed concern over the limited opportunities and financial support for female coaches in professional football. She highlighted the lack of women in top coaching roles in both men's and women's football in England, calling it a significant issue. Hayes advocated for the development of minimum standards, financial support to assist women in gaining top coaching qualifications, and innovative strategies to nurture women coaches from a younger age. She also pointed to the low pay in women's football as a deterrent for women considering coaching roles.