Forest Green Rovers fans are divided after the club seemingly mocked former manager Rob Edwards following his recent sacking by Wolverhampton Wanderers. Edwards was dismissed after just seven months in charge at Wolves, a club now competing in the Championship.
Despite initial public support from Wolves after their Premier League relegation, the club announced Edwards’ departure, citing a “comprehensive review” and the need for a “change in leadership” to tackle future challenges. Wolves praised Edwards and his staff for their “commitment and professionalism” during their tenure.
However, Forest Green’s social media account responded to the news with a GIF of Jeremy Clarkson sporting a smug, amused expression, accompanied by the words “oh no” and then “anyway,” indirectly taking a dig at Edwards.
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This comes in the wake of a bitter split between Edwards and Forest Green in 2022. After leading the club to its highest-ever league position in League One, Edwards abruptly left to join Watford, sparking accusations from Forest Green owner Dale Vince of secret negotiations and disloyalty.
Fans on Twitter responded with mixed feelings to Forest Green’s social media jab. Some fans defended Edwards, highlighting his achievements at Forest Green and criticizing the club’s social media management.
One fan wrote, “He got you to your highest ever level and you went back to non-league within two years, you lot have no right to pipe up.” Another commented, “Embarrassing tweet from FGR really. You’ve not exactly set the world alight since he left.” Several others called the post “classless,” especially considering Edwards’ significant contributions to Forest Green’s success.
Conversely, some supporters praised the club’s bold and humorous approach. “This is top tier admin, give this person a rise,” tweeted one, while another added, “This is elite content.”
The post has exposed lingering tensions between Forest Green Rovers and their former manager, showcasing how football rivalries extend beyond the pitch and into social media banter.