Profile
Mark Robins is head coach of Stoke City, where he took charge this season. The 56-year-old has built a reputation as one of the division's most accomplished managers, known for his tactical acumen and ability to develop emerging talent. He brings considerable experience to the Staffordshire club as it competes in the Championship.
Robins began his playing career as a striker, notably with Reading and Sunderland, before injuries curtailed his time on the pitch. His managerial career has spanned more than two decades, with notable spells at Coventry City, where he achieved promotion from League Two and guided the Sky Blues to the League Two title in 2020, and at Northampton Town. He has also managed Scunthorpe United and Burton Albion, building a track record of steady progress and consistent performances in the lower divisions before taking on his current role with Stoke City.
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