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Wolves Appoint Rob Edwards as New Head Coach

11/12/2025

Summary

Story summary

Rob Edwards, newly appointed head coach of Wolverhampton Wanderers, signs a three-and-a-half-year deal.
He succeeds Vitor Pereira, dismissed after a poor start leaving Wolves on two points from 11 matches.
Edwards is a former Wolves player and coach who left Middlesbrough after 15 games.
Wolves chairman Jeff Shi says Edwards will refresh the club’s culture and tactics, and his first match is against Crystal Palace on November 22.

History

Historical Context

Wolverhampton Wanderers, founded in 1877, has experienced significant managerial turnover, particularly since 2016 when Chinese conglomerate Fosun International acquired the club. In 2016, Walter Zenga was dismissed after 18 matches, reflecting ongoing instability. Rob Edwards, appointed in 2025, aims to revitalize the team, echoing past efforts to restore Wolves' competitive edge in English football after fluctuating fortunes in the Championship and Premier League.

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Story summary

Rob Edwards, newly appointed head coach of Wolverhampton Wanderers, signs a three-and-a-half-year deal.
He succeeds Vitor Pereira, dismissed after a poor start leaving Wolves on two points from 11 matches.
Edwards is a former Wolves player and coach who left Middlesbrough after 15 games.
Wolves chairman Jeff Shi says Edwards will refresh the club’s culture and tactics, and his first match is against Crystal Palace on November 22.

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