Robson named as new Bradford boss

Former England captain Bryan Robson has returned to management with First Division strugglers Bradford.

Former England captain Bryan Robson has returned to management with First Division strugglers Bradford.

Robson has been out of football since he was sacked by Middlesbrough three years ago but he ended that exile today when he was confirmed as successor to Nicky Law at Valley Parade.

Robson and his assistant Colin Todd will be unveiled at a 1.15 p.m. press conference.

Bradford are second from bottom in Division One.

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