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Forest Green Rovers CEO Dane Vince says the club is still working through planning conditions and unresolved A419 access issues before its proposed move to Eco Park, while preparations continue for supporter engagement, matchday improvements and the 2027/28 season.
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Forest Green Rovers’ National League match at Barrow AFC was abandoned in the 14th minute after torrential rain left the Holker Street pitch unplayable, despite an earlier inspection and efforts by ground staff.
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Businesses will be able to hire Forest Green Rovers’ The New Lawn stadium in Nailsworth for tournaments and 11-a-side matches when a new corporate package launches in May 2027.
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Forest Green Rovers have signed 35-year-old former Northern Ireland and Wigan Athletic striker Will Grigg from Chesterfield on a free transfer. He has joined the squad for Saturday’s match against Barrow in Cumbria.
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Forest Green Rovers beat Chesham United 5-0 to reach the FA Cup first round, giving interim head coach Jonathan Gould and his coaching team their first victory before a demanding run of league matches and a trip to Luton Town.
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Robbie Savage will take charge of Peterborough United at home to Reading, where his son Charlie Savage plays in midfield, in an FA Cup first-round tie scheduled for the weekend of Saturday, November 7.
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Forest Green Rovers could be drawn against Luton Town in the FA Cup first round again, but only if they beat Chesham United in their replay. The possible rematch would revive memories of last season’s 4-3 defeat at Kenilworth Road after Rovers fought back from 3-0 down.
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Duncan Ferguson, who managed Forest Green Rovers during their 2023 relegation from League One, has been appointed manager of Irish League club Glentoran.
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Forest Green Rovers interim coach Josh Bowen says the club’s coaching trio must turn valuable training time into an FA Cup win at Chesham United, while providing updates on injuries and urging supporters to judge the team by its results.
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Forest Green Rovers owner Dale Vince has alleged that Peterborough United chairman Darragh MacAnthony contacted Robbie Savage before Peterborough formally approached the Stroud club about appointing its then-manager. MacAnthony has denied any improper approach, while Vince has not confirmed whether he will make a formal complaint.
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Forest Green Rovers owner Dale Vince has rejected Sam Allardyce’s criticism of the club’s decision not to appoint an immediate replacement for Robbie Savage, saying the former England manager’s comments were based on speculation. Coaching trio Jonathan Gould, Josh Bowen and Yan Klukowski are sharing responsibility while the club assesses its alternative approach.
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Minchinhampton Rugby Football Club has secured planning permission to expand its Hollybush Farm clubhouse, with new changing rooms, improved accessibility, more social space and solar panels planned. Construction is expected to start in phases in 2027 and finish during 2028, subject to a major fundraising campaign.
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Forest Green Rovers were beaten 4-2 by Hartlepool United in the National League after Jordan Hugill and Nathan Sheron scored twice each. Yan Klukowski said the hosts’ defensive performance was not good enough, while Forest Green’s late comeback attempt was ended by Sheron’s second goal.
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Forest Green Rovers chairman Dale Vince has alleged that Peterborough United contacted Robbie Savage directly after Forest Green refused permission, before Savage left to manage the League One club.
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Forest Green Rovers chairman Dale Vince says the club has held no talks with managerial candidates after Robbie Savage left for Peterborough United. Jonathan Gould, Yan Klukowski and Josh Bowen will lead the team while the club considers whether a collective coaching model can deliver better results.
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Ian Holloway has taken a clear lead in a Stroud Times poll asking Forest Green Rovers supporters who should replace Robbie Savage, with the current Swindon Town boss receiving 48.6% of the vote.
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Charlie McCann, who spent two-and-a-half years with Forest Green Rovers, is reportedly being monitored by Championship and League One clubs after scoring seven goals in his first nine league appearances for Cheltenham Town.
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Forest Green Rovers have signed experienced defender Tom McIntyre on a short-term deal until January 2027, with director of football Mark Bowen praising his leadership and EFL experience.
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Four members of Peterborough United’s backroom team have left the League One club after Robbie Savage was appointed manager, while former Peterborough boss Luke Williams remains linked with the vacant Forest Green Rovers job.
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Former Peterborough United manager Luke Williams has emerged as the 1/2 bookmakers’ favourite to become Forest Green Rovers’ next permanent manager after Robbie Savage left for Peterborough.
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Ebbsfleet United manager Josh Wright says his focus remains on the National League club after reported interest from Forest Green Rovers, who are preparing to face Hartlepool United under interim leadership.
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FirstGroup has acquired KB Coaches, the Eastington-based operator near Stonehouse, adding 30 vehicles to its UK and Ireland coach business. Owner Andy Francis is retiring, while services, contracts and bookings will continue as normal.
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Forest Green Rovers have reportedly approached Ebbsfleet United for permission to speak to manager Josh Wright, according to a report cited by Stroud Times. The club remains under interim management following Robbie Savage’s move to Peterborough United.
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Forest Green Rovers are expected to consider a wide range of candidates as the club searches for Robbie Savage’s successor, with Stuart Maynard, Mark Hughes, Ian Holloway and the Stafford Rangers duo Graham Deakin and Alex Meechan among the possibilities discussed.
Sport Nailsworth
The Stroud Times editor has described Robbie Savage as a uniquely passionate and engaging figure after his departure from Forest Green Rovers, with Savage set to become Peterborough United’s manager.
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Robbie Savage is expected to be officially unveiled as Peterborough United’s new manager after leaving Forest Green Rovers, with a 1pm press conference arranged for October 2, 2026. His departure leaves Forest Green searching for a permanent successor.
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Robbie Savage could begin a potential Peterborough United reign against former club Leicester City, with the League One fixture scheduled for October 10 after his announced departure from Forest Green Rovers.
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Frocester cricket stalwart John Evans has ended a four-year spell as England Over-70s captain after helping the side win two World Cups, two Silver Ashes series and a series against New Zealand.
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Former York City manager Stuart Maynard is the early 2/1 favourite to replace Robbie Savage at Forest Green Rovers, according to BetVictor, with 19 other names also listed in the latest market.
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Jonathan Gould says Forest Green Rovers will use a 10-day gap between fixtures for recovery, a team-bonding coffee outing in Nailsworth and time away from football, after a 1-1 draw with Wealdstone.
