Stoke City's Managerial Shake-up: Mark Robins to Lead

Stoke City has appointed Mark Robins as their new manager on a three-and-a-half-year contract. He takes over from Narcis Pelach, becoming the club's third manager this season. Robins aims to replicate his success from Coventry City, as Stoke currently sits 18th in the Championship.

Stoke City Football Club has unveiled Mark Robins as their new permanent manager, marking their third such appointment of the season. Robins, who previously helmed Coventry City for seven years, signed a three-and-a-half-year deal with the Championship side, effective immediately.

The managerial switch comes following the dismissal of Narcis Pelach after a mere 19 games. Pelach had succeeded Steven Schumacher, who was also relieved earlier due to poor performance. As a strategic move, Stoke hopes Robins will bring the same success and identity to the team as he did with Coventry, where he created a consistent and improving side.

With Stoke languishing at 18th on the Championship table and only recently breaking a winless streak under interim manager Ryan Shawcross, Robins faces an uphill task. His debut match looms against Plymouth Argyle on Saturday, offering a prime opportunity to start building Stoke's resurgence.

(With inputs from agencies.)