Salford City have dismissed manager Karl Robinson just days after the club’s defeat in the League Two play-off final, bringing an abrupt end to his tenure despite significant progress during his time in charge.
The decision comes nine days after Salford missed out on promotion, a result that ultimately proved costly for Robinson. The former Oxford United and Charlton Athletic boss had overseen two full seasons at the Peninsula Stadium, guiding the club to eighth place and then fourth place finishes in League Two.
Robinson initially joined Salford in January 2024 and quickly helped stabilize the team. Under his leadership, the Ammies emerged as genuine promotion contenders, narrowly missing the play-offs in his first full campaign before securing a top-four finish this season.
Despite those improvements, the club’s ownership group has opted for a change in direction following the disappointment of failing to secure promotion to League One. Salford have not yet announced a successor.
Robinson leaves with a reputation as one of the most experienced managers in the English lower leagues. Across spells with MK Dons, Charlton Athletic, Oxford United and Salford City, he has managed more than 1,000 professional matches.
His departure marks another significant transition for Salford as the club continues its pursuit of a place higher up the English football pyramid. The search for a new manager is expected to begin immediately as preparations for the 2026-27 League Two season get underway.