In one of the most unexpected twists of the 2025/26 season, Bristol City has officially confirmed the appointment of Roy Hodgson as interim head coach. As of Friday, March 27, 2026, the 78-year-old veteran returns to management two years after leaving Crystal Palace, tasked with steadying the Robins for the final seven games of the Championship campaign.
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The move follows the sacking of Gerhard Struber, whose nine-month tenure ended today after a six-match winless run left the club sitting 16th in the table.
The Ultimate Return: Roy Hodgson, 78, Named Bristol City Boss
In one of the most unexpected twists of the 2025/26 season, Bristol City has officially confirmed the appointment of Roy Hodgson as interim head coach. As of Friday, March 27, 2026, the 78-year-old veteran returns to management two years after leaving Crystal Palace, tasked with steadying the Robins for the final seven games of the Championship campaign.
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The move follows the sacking of Gerhard Struber, whose nine-month tenure ended today after a six-match winless run left the club sitting 16th in the table.
A 44-Year Full Circle
This isn't just a comeback; it’s a reunion. Hodgson’s first-ever managerial role in English football was at Ashton Gate back in 1982.
The Mission: Hodgson will officially meet the squad on Monday, March 30, following the international break. His primary goal is to "set the standards and values" for a club currently in a transitional phase.
The "Charlie Boss" Vision: City CEO Charlie Boss emphasized that this appointment is about more than just the next seven games. Hodgson will act as a mentor for the football staff while the club finalizes the appointment of a new Sporting Director.
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The Debut: Roy’s first game back in the dugout will be a trip to Charlton Athletic on Good Friday (April 3), live on Sky Sports.
Why Hodgson?
The board reportedly wanted "the safest pair of hands in football history" to avoid any late-season relegation anxiety. With 17 clubs and 4 national teams on his CV, Hodgson brings a level of experience that is unparalleled in the division.