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Rob Edwards: Ian Holloway Blackpool Stories, Luton Glory, Leaving Middlesbrough & My Wolves Exit
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Oct 28, 20261:05:44
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In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former Luton Town, Middlesbrough and Wolves boss Rob Edwards.Powered by Greene King Pubs.
Rob reflects on his early days in the game, the influence of Ian Holloway and how an early retirement from playing led him into coaching.
He looks back on playing under Mick at Wolves before discussing his own managerial journey, which began in non-league football with Telford United.
Rob then recalls guiding Forest Green Rovers to the League Two title before reflecting on his remarkable achievement of leading Luton Town to the Premier League.
He opens up about the challenges of keeping Luton in the top flight, including the impact of the Tom Lockyer incident and the events that followed.
Plus, Rob discusses his high-profile departure from Middlesbrough to Wolves, his time in charge at Molineux and the shock circumstances surrounding his eventual exit.
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"Rob Edwards: Ian Holloway Blackpool Stories, Luton Glory, Leaving Middlesbrough & My Wolves Exit" is an episode of The Managers. Runtime 1 hr 5 min. Published October 28, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
