Coventry City have sacked their manager Mark Robins, with the Championship club’s board unhappy over “the performance of the team over an extended period”.
Robins was the longest-serving manager in the second tier, having been appointed in 2017, and he oversaw two promotions from League Two. Robins also guided Coventry to the 2022-23 Championship playoff final, which they lost on penalties to Luton Town, and last season’s FA Cup semi-final, a narrow defeat to Manchester United.
Coventry lost 2-1 at home to Derby County on Wednesday night, leaving them 17th in the table.
“Since 2017, Mark has overseen the resurrection of Coventry City from the depths of League Two, to champions of League One and to a hair’s breadth away from both the Premier League and a second FA Cup final, while competing in the Championship for a fifth consecutive season,” read a statement.
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“Mark masterminded and built several team over that time that outperformed their budget, outperformed their infrastructure and brought back a playing style, credibility and belief to our city that had been lost and eroded over many years. These achievements will never be forgotten by those who witnessed such deeds and the broader community that once again began to rekindle their affection for our club.
“There is no doubt that Coventry City today would not be where it is today without the inspired actions of Mark and his team. The club is well aware that this is a difficult moment after over seven very successful years at the helm and this decision is not taken lightly.”
