Former Everton Ladies goalkeeper Rachel Brown-Finnis has slammed Manchester United over their lack of a womens team.
Near neighbours Manchester City's impressive backing of women's football has increased the scrutiny on United.
"I think it is shocking that in 2017 a club the size of Manchester United does not have a women's team, and what is even worse is they will not properly explain their position," the Burnley-born 36-year-old told BBC Sport.
"Look around the world and every other major football club has a women's team, or plans for one. Two of the biggest, men's Champions League finalists Real Madrid and Juventus, are about to set up theirs.
"Most of those teams are fully integrated with the rest of the club and being backed financially too - a few miles from Old Trafford, for example, Manchester City's commitment to their women's side is clear."
Source: tribalfootball.com