Former Liverpool striker Robbie Fowler to take over as manager of A-League side Brisbane Roar
- Former England striker played in Australia at the end of his playing career
- Takes over at strugglers Brisbane from next season
Former Liverpool striker Robbie Fowler has been appointed coach of A-League club Brisbane Roar, taking his first serious management role in the Australian top flight where he enjoyed a two-year stint as a player.
Fowler, who was briefly player-coach of Thai side Muangthong United before retiring in 2012, would take over the struggling Roar from the 2019-20 season on a two-year deal, the club said.
“I’m really looking forward to the challenge and am determined to bring success to a club that has such a proud history in the Hyundai A-League,” Fowler said in a statement on Tuesday.
“I’m really keen to get started and make a difference.
“My family and I have already experienced living in Queensland, so I’m really happy to be returning and being part of the Brisbane Roar family.”
Capped 26 times by England, Fowler captained North Queensland Fury in 2009-10 before the Townsville-based team collapsed under debts, then transferred to A-League rivals Perth Glory the following season.