Liverpool Women Appoint Former Manchester City Boss Gareth Taylor

Liverpool Women have appointed Gareth Taylor, the former Manchester City Women head coach, as their new manager on a three-year deal following the sacking of Matt Beard in February. Taylor, who was dismissed by Manchester City in March 2025 just before the Women's League Cup final, brings a successful track record, having won the FA Cup in 2020 and the League Cup in 2022 with City. Liverpool's managing director Andy O'Boyle emphasized Taylor's proven ability to build successful, identity-driven teams and develop players, aligning with the club's vision to return to the top tier of women's football. Taylor will be supported by assistant managers Amber Whiteley, who led Liverpool on an interim basis, and Chad Gribble, his former assistant at Manchester City. Liverpool's 2025-26 Women's Super League campaign begins with a high-profile match against Everton Women on September 7, with pre-season friendlies already underway. Despite losing key players including captain Taylor Hinds and top scorer Olivia Smith, Liverpool expects to use transfer profits to rebuild the squad under Taylor's leadership.