Brisbane Roar HubBrisbane Roar's former manager Robbie Fowler says he was wrongfully dismissed by the club.
What happened?
Fowler claims the club 'turned gangster' on him after he made comments in a June interview that the club deemed inappropriate.
The former Liverpool star had been with Brisbane Roar since April 2019. He returned to England when the season was put on hold due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Why it matters for Brisbane Roar
Fowler's exit has sparked a heated dispute, with the former striker Roy O'Donovan branding him 'selfish' for not returning to the club. Fowler disputes this claim, saying he had his contract abruptly terminated by the club.
| Category | Stat |
|---|---|
| League standing | 11th in A-League, 26 pts, 6W-8D-12L from 26 games |
| Goals this season | 27 scored, 36 conceded (-9 goal difference) |
| Title race | 22 points behind leaders Newcastle Jets |
| Last result | Perth Glory 2-1 Brisbane Roar (2026-04-25) |
| Recent form | 0W-0D-5L (LLLLL, most recent first) |
What comes next?
Fowler has filed a petition with FIFA's dispute resolution tribunal, seeking damages after having his two-year contract cut short by Brisbane Roar. He claims the club never gave him clarity on what was happening with his contract. Fowler says he just felt the club were looking for a way out. And now, the former manager is speaking out against the club's actions. But the club's decision has sparked a heated debate, with some supporting Fowler and others backing the club's decision.
