Forest Green Rovers: New Coach, New Hopes! Can They Rise Again?

Forest Green Rovers are entering a new chapter after a disappointing season that saw them fail to bounce back into League Two. Manager Steve Cotterill departed by mutual consent, paving the way for a fresh perspective at The New Lawn.

Robbie Savage Takes the Helm

Robbie Savage, fresh off guiding Macclesfield to promotion from the Northern Premier League, has taken over as the new boss. Can he replicate his success with the Silkmen and lead the world's first fully vegan club back to the EFL?

Forest Green finished third in the National League last season, narrowly missing out on a promotion playoff spot after a heartbreaking penalty shootout loss to Southend United. Savage inherits a squad with a blend of experienced players and new additions.

Key Players and New Signings

Kyle McAllister, Charlie McCann, and Ryan Inniss remain from their League One days, providing a solid foundation. Tom Knowles, Adam May, and former Southend United striker Harry Cardwell were added last summer, further strengthening the squad.

Savage has also brought in some of his trusted lieutenants from Macclesfield, including Laurent Mendy, Tre Pemberton, and Neil Kengni. National League frontman Kairo Mitchell has also joined the ranks, adding more firepower to the attack.

The team's strong defensive record last season, thanks to the efforts of Inniss, Sean Long, and Jamie Robson, will be crucial for their promotion push. However, with a new manager at the helm and several new faces in the squad, it remains to be seen whether Forest Green Rovers can finally achieve their goal of returning to League Two. Local football pundits are keenly watching to see if the Glovers can stop FGR.

What's Next?

Fans eagerly anticipate the upcoming season, hopeful that Savage's leadership and the team's talent will translate into a successful promotion campaign. The contrasting styles of play against other teams promise exciting matches, keeping supporters on the edge of their seats.