Rob Edwards Appointed Middlesbrough Head Coach | 3-Year Deal Confirmed | NEWSDRIFT

Описание: Middlesbrough have officially named Rob Edwards as their new head coach on a three-year deal. In this video, we break down what this appointment means for Boro, Edwards’ past success with Luton Town and Forest Green, and what fans can expect heading into the new Championship season.

Find out why Middlesbrough chose Rob Edwards, what challenges lie ahead, and how he plans to guide the club back to the Premier League.

🔴 Key topics covered:

Rob Edwards’ managerial history

Middlesbrough’s goals for the 2025/26 season

Championship promotion hopes

Reaction from Steve Gibson and club insiders

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Rob Edwards is back in management—and this time, he's taking charge at Middlesbrough.

After weeks of speculation, Middlesbrough have officially appointed Rob Edwards as their new head coach. The former Luton Town boss has signed a three-year deal, signaling the club’s ambition to return to the Premier League.

Edwards steps in following the departure of Michael Carrick, who was let go after failing to secure promotion and finishing 10th in the Championship. While Carrick brought initial promise, results ultimately fell short of expectations. Now, it’s Edwards’ turn to lead Boro forward.

But who exactly is Rob Edwards, and why has Middlesbrough put their faith in him?

Edwards first made headlines as a manager when he guided Forest Green Rovers to promotion from League Two in 2022. That success earned him a move to Watford, although his time there was short-lived. However, he didn’t stay out of the spotlight for long.

In late 2022, Edwards took over at Luton Town. What followed was nothing short of remarkable. Under his leadership, Luton achieved promotion to the Premier League via the play-offs in 2023—an extraordinary feat for a club with one of the smallest budgets in the division. Despite that achievement, Luton struggled to adapt to the top flight, and Edwards left the club by mutual consent in January 2025.

Now, with fresh motivation and a point to prove, Edwards is set to begin a new chapter at Middlesbrough.

So why did Middlesbrough choose him?

According to reports, Rob Edwards impressed club owner Steve Gibson with his clear vision, leadership style, and commitment to attacking football. His success in developing young players and building cohesive squads also matched Middlesbrough’s long-term plans. Gibson was particularly struck by Edwards’ enthusiasm during their meetings and his belief in what the club could achieve.

Edwards himself spoke positively about his new role. He praised the club's infrastructure, the passionate fanbase, and the ambitious ownership. He also highlighted the facilities at Rockliffe Park and the Riverside Stadium as key factors in his decision to join.

He described Middlesbrough as a club with strong foundations—one that is ready to take the next step. His focus will now turn to preseason preparations, squad evaluations, and instilling his footballing philosophy.

The expectations will be high. Middlesbrough fans have been longing for a return to the Premier League since their relegation in 2017. With the Championship as competitive as ever, Edwards will need to hit the ground running.

He’ll bring with him a track record of building tight-knit squads and getting the best out of his players. If he can replicate the energy and tactical discipline that defined his time at Forest Green and Luton, Middlesbrough could become serious contenders in the coming season.

But there will be challenges. The Championship is unforgiving, and Middlesbrough will need to strengthen in key areas. Edwards will also have to manage expectations while delivering results. However, with the support of the board and the belief of the fans, he has every chance of making this work.

Rob Edwards may be young in managerial terms, but he’s already shown he can defy the odds. Now, he has the opportunity to do it again—this time with a club that’s desperate to climb back to the top.

The journey begins now. All eyes will be on Rob Edwards as he takes on his biggest challenge yet.