Long-standing Bromley manager Andy Woodman has left the League One club following the mutual termination of his contract. Woodman spent over five years at the helm, guiding the Ravens into the English Football League for the first time in their history and securing multiple promotions during a remarkable tenure at Hayes Lane.
- Andy Woodman oversaw 123 victories from 289 games in charge of Bromley, achieving a win percentage of 42.6 percent.
- The club lifted the League Two title in May this year, with Woodman subsequently named the division’s manager of the year for 2025-26.
- Bromley currently lie 23rd in League One, sitting one point above the bottom club after winning two of their opening ten league fixtures.
- Assistant manager Byron Webster has been placed in temporary charge of first-team affairs ahead of their weekend fixture against Peterborough United.
A Historic Spell Cut Short
Woodman took over the managerial reins in 2021, embarking on what would become the most successful period in the club’s history. Under his stewardship, Bromley captured three major trophies, including an FA Trophy triumph and a memorable National League play-off final victory, before storming to the League Two championship last season. His tenure spanned five years and seven months, making him the third-longest serving manager across the top 92 clubs in the Premier League and English Football League, trailing only Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta and Mansfield Town manager Nigel Clough.
Struggles in League One and Next Steps
Despite the historic goodwill, life in the third tier has proven exceptionally demanding. The decision to part ways arrives in the wake of a heavy 4-0 defeat against Leicester City, marking a third consecutive league loss and a fifth successive reverse across all competitions. A mounting injury list, squad turnover, and heavy defensive reversals contributed to a challenging environment. Club owner and chairman Robin Stanton-Gleaves praised Woodman’s foundational contributions, while assistant Byron Webster assumes immediate interim duties as the club searches for a new permanent path forward.
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