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Stoke City’s Robins Thanks Fans Amid Tough Season

12/25/2025

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Summary

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Stoke City manager Mark Robins expressed gratitude for the fans' support amid a challenging season.
The team has lost six of its last eight matches and sits eighth in the Championship, just outside the playoffs, on track for its best finish since relegation in 2018.
Robins acknowledged the need for improvement but highlighted the team's strong defensive record.
The next match is against Preston North End on Boxing Day.

History

Historical Context

Stoke City faced relegation from the Premier League in 2018 after finishing 19th with 33 points, marking a significant decline from their previous top-flight performances. The club, which has a history of fluctuating between divisions since joining the Football League in 1978, is currently under manager Mark Robins, aiming for a playoff position in the Championship to regain its former status.

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Stoke City manager Mark Robins expressed gratitude for the fans' support amid a challenging season.
The team has lost six of its last eight matches and sits eighth in the Championship, just outside the playoffs, on track for its best finish since relegation in 2018.
Robins acknowledged the need for improvement but highlighted the team's strong defensive record.
The next match is against Preston North End on Boxing Day.

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