# Robbie Savage Joins Peterborough United

> Savage takes charge of Posh after poor League One start.
- Title: Robbie Savage Joins Peterborough United · BBC Sport | Shortify
- Summary: Savage takes charge of Posh after poor League One start. Robbie Savage becomes Peterborough United's new manager to fix their League One struggles after a…
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- Source: BBC Sport — https://bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cqe8xrk0err4o
- Published: 2026-10-02T12:00:37.296+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: robie savage, peterborough united, league one, forest green rovers, national league, jersey mike's trophy, sports
## Peterborough United appoint Robbie Savage
Peterborough United have appointed Robbie Savage as their new manager after Luke Williams was sacked on 19 September.
## Savage replaces Luke Williams
Savage replaces Luke Williams at the Weston Homes Stadium after Posh finished 23rd in League One.
## Savage's background
Savage played as a midfielder for clubs including Derby County, Birmingham City, and Blackburn Rovers.
## Forest Green Rovers record
Savage guided Forest Green to seventh in the National League last season but they were beaten in the play-off eliminators.
## Savage's first match
Savage will take charge of Peterborough for the first time when they host Ipswich Town Under-21s in the Jersey Mike's Trophy on 6 October.
## Savage's contract
Savage signed a long-term contract with Peterborough United after being attracted to the club's size, philosophy, and youth development.
## Chairman's reaction
Chairman Darragh MacAnthony called Savage's appointment 'exciting' and said he would work hard to get Posh back up.
## Key takeaway

Robbie Savage becomes Peterborough United's new manager to fix their League One struggles after a poor season.