Manchester United Women stretched their unbeaten run in all competitions to 10 matches after playing out a goalless draw with Everton at Goodison Park, but their attacking struggles in the Women's Super League continued.

Eva Olid's side arrived on Merseyside in good form but could not find a way past an organised Everton defence managed by Scott Phelan.

The hosts maintained their defensive discipline throughout the contest, limiting United's opportunities despite the visitors enjoying spells of possession.

United's best chance to snatch all three points came with 15 minutes remaining.

Elisabeth Terland connected with a through ball from Jess Park and moved into a promising position, only for Everton goalkeeper Courtney Brosnan to produce an important save.

Everton also had opportunities to claim victory. Ornella Vignola twice threatened the United goal but failed to beat Phallon Tullis-Joyce, directing both efforts straight at the goalkeeper.

The stalemate highlighted the contrast between United's performances in the League Cup and their struggles in the league.

They have scored 22 goals in four League Cup matches this season, although three of those fixtures were against lower-division opposition.

Their WSL campaign has been less productive, with only nine goals registered after seven matches.

That is the lowest scoring return at this stage of a season in the club's history.

Everton's defensive organisation played a major role in keeping United quiet.

Since Phelan took charge in January, the Merseyside club have established themselves as one of the division's stronger defensive sides.

The draw leaves United four points behind third-placed London City Lionesses, who occupy the final Champions League qualification position.

London City face reigning champions Manchester City on Sunday in a fixture that could affect the standings.

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