Karl Robinson Sent off Just 14 Minutes into Salford Managerial Debut

Karl Robinson, the former assistant manager of Leeds United, made his debut as the head coach of Salford City on Friday. However, his time on the touchline was short-lived as he was sent off just 14 minutes into the game against Forest Green Rovers.

Robinson’s Previous Roles

Before joining Salford City, Robinson was the manager of Oxford United. However, his tenure ended in February 2023 when he was sacked. He then joined Leeds United as an assistant manager under Sam Allardyce, but their time together was cut short due to the team’s relegation from the Premier League.

A Quick Impact

Despite only being appointed as Salford’s head coach 24 hours before the game, Robinson wasted no time in making an impression. Just four minutes into the match, Salford took the lead through Matt Smith. However, Robinson’s time on the touchline was short-lived as he was shown a straight-red card after just 14 minutes.

The Reason for Dismissal

The exact reason for Robinson’s dismissal remains unclear, but there have been suggestions that it was due to his interference with a throw-in. Regardless of the reason, his absence proved costly for Salford City as Forest Green Rovers managed to equalize just before half-time.

A Dramatic Finish

The game took another twist when Forest Green Rovers took the lead through Mathew Stevens. However, Salford City managed to salvage a point with a late penalty from Ryan Watson, making it 2-2. The match ended with both teams having a player sent off, leaving them with 10 men each on the pitch.

Despite the eventful start to his Salford City career, Robinson will be hoping for a more settled and successful tenure in the future.