Holloway Urges Swindon to Seize Promotion Chance

Swindon Town manager Ian Holloway has called on his players to concentrate on the potential gains rather than the risks of failure as the 2025-26 season enters its crucial phase. The team, which led League Two earlier in the season, now sits outside the automatic promotion places on goal difference following a recent defeat.

With only 12 matches left, Holloway stressed the importance of maintaining focus and executing their strategy without succumbing to pressure. He expressed concern over recent performances, highlighting the need for a more confident and proactive approach. Since his arrival in October 2024, Holloway has guided the Robins from 22nd place to a more competitive position, aiming to improve on last season's 12th-place finish.

The manager believes his extensive experience equips him to guide the team through this critical period. He envisions the team playing with freedom, as if they have everything to gain and nothing to lose. Upcoming fixtures against relegation-threatened teams and promotion rivals will be pivotal in determining their success in achieving promotion, a feat they have only managed once in their last five seasons in the league.