Summary
Robbie Savage, a former Wales midfielder and sports pundit, is currently managing Forest Green Rovers. He has guided them to success in his second season, aiming for their first FA Cup first-round appearance. Savage reflects on his past decisions, including his participation in the TV show "Strictly Come Dancing."
Key Facts
- Robbie Savage is the manager of Forest Green Rovers, a football club based in Gloucestershire.
- He previously managed Macclesfield and led them to promotion in the 2024-25 season.
- Savage participated in the TV show "Strictly Come Dancing" in 2011, shortly after his playing career ended.
- Savage guided Forest Green Rovers to second place in the National League.
- The club is known for its eco-friendly practices, having been recognized as the world's first carbon-neutral football club.
- Savage's son, Charlie, was on loan at Forest Green in the 2022-23 season and now plays for Reading.
- Forest Green's owner, Dale Vince, focuses on sustainable initiatives and didn't know Savage's celebrity status before hiring him.
- Savage has a strong relationship with his players, similar to his camaraderie with co-host Chris Sutton on BBC Radio 5 Live.
