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"Full-backs. Where are they? Who crosses the balls for me?": Ian Holloway identifies reason for Swindon Town's recent lack of goals

After consecutive 3-1 home victories over Port Vale and Colchester United, Swindon have scored just once in their last four matches in all competitions, drawing a blank against York City, Salford City and Newport County.

25.09.26, 11:54 3 Minute Read

Ian Holloway believes the loss of his full-backs and the fitness of Swindon Town's wide players have contributed to the Robins' recent struggles in front of goal.

Town's attacking output has diminished this season, with Holloway having been forced to continually alter his side because of injuries and suspensions.

After consecutive 3-1 home victories over Port Vale and Colchester United, Swindon have scored just once in their last four matches in all competitions, drawing a blank against York City, Salford City and Newport County.

Asked why the goals had dried up, Holloway immediately pointed towards the absence of his full-backs.

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Sam Morshead

Sam Morshead is the founder and editor of The Moonraker. He was previously the chief sports writer at the Swindon Advertiser, head of sport at Total Swindon, and has been a Swindon Town fan since 1994.

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