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Peter Lee Wild (born 20 July 1984) is an English football coach.
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Early and personal life
[edit]Wild was born in Royton.[3] He is a lifetime fan of Oldham Athletic, attending his first game at the age of six,[4] on New Year's Day 1991.[5] Prior to becoming a football coach, Wild worked various jobs, such as: a tree surgeon, an apprentice car mechanic and working in his parents' pubs.[6]
Career
[edit]Oldham Athletic
[edit]Wild played amateur football before taking up coaching at the age of 18.[5] Wild's first job in coaching was with Oldham Council working in their sports department.[6] Before he began coaching in Oldham's academy, Wild worked as a development officer at the Manchester FA.[6] Wild also managed the England Amputee football team between 2012 and 2015.[7]
After working for the club for 10 years, including as their interim academy manager, Wild was appointed as Oldham's caretaker manager on 27 December 2018 following the sacking of Frankie Bunn.[8] He won his first two games in charge.[4] On 6 January 2019 he led the club to a "famous" FA Cup victory against Premier League club Fulham, his third straight win as manager.[8][9] Following the match he said that he was considering stepping down as caretaker manager, stating that "I've been an academy manager two minutes [...] the fairytale will come to an end at some point, reality will strike. And you've got to be prepared for that. I've got a family to support and a mortgage to pay".[10] After eight matches in charge (four wins, three losses, and one draw[11]) he was replaced as Oldham manager by Paul Scholes on 11 February 2019.[12] Wild's final game in charge was a 3–0 away victory at Crawley Town two days previously.[13][14]
In March 2019, following the resignation of Scholes, Wild returned as caretaker manager.[15] On 22 March 2019, he was appointed the club's permanent manager, on a contract until the end of the season.[16] He left the club in May 2019, for "personal reasons".[17]
FC Halifax Town
[edit]On 24 July 2019, Wild was appointed the manager of National League side FC Halifax Town.[18] In November 2019 he was linked with the vacant Grimsby Town manager's job,[19] but he denied receiving an approach from them.[20] In February 2022 he was linked with the vacant job at Bradford City,[21][22] and in May 2022 with the job at Barrow.[23][24][25]
Barrow
[edit]On 26 May 2022, Wild resigned from Halifax to pursue a new opportunity.[26] The following day he was announced as the new manager of League Two club Barrow.[27] Wild led Barrow to a 9th-place finish in his first season with the club, an improvement from 22nd in the previous season.[28][29]
An impressive run of form across the early months of the 2023–24 season saw Barrow equal a club record EFL winning run of four matches, climbing into the automatic promotion places. Wild's efforts in his team's achievement saw him awarded the EFL League Two Manager of the Month award for November 2023.[30] He won the award for the second time for March 2024 with fourteen points from six matches as Barrow remained firmly in the play-off places.[31] He left the club on 24 May 2024.[32][33]
Fleetwood Town
[edit]On 24 December 2024, Wild was appointed head coach of League Two side Fleetwood Town with effect from 27 December 2024.[34] He was sacked in January 2026.[35]
Managerial statistics
[edit]- As of match played 24 January 2026
| Team | Nat | From | To | Record | Ref | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G | W | D | L | Win % | |||||
| Oldham Athletic (caretaker) | 
|
27 December 2018 | 11 February 2019 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 50.00 | [11] |
| Oldham Athletic (caretaker) |
|
15 March 2019 | 22 March 2019 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | [11] |
| Oldham Athletic |
|
22 March 2019 | 7 May 2019 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 44.44 | [11] |
| FC Halifax Town |
|
24 July 2019 | 26 May 2022 | 139 | 65 | 28 | 46 | 46.76 | [11] |
| Barrow |
|
27 May 2022 | 24 May 2024 | 105 | 39 | 26 | 40 | 37.14 | [11] |
| Fleetwood Town |
|
27 December 2024 | 25 January 2026 | 61 | 21 | 18 | 22 | 34.43 | [11] |
| Career total | 322 | 133 | 75 | 114 | 41.30 | — | |||
Honours
[edit]Individual
- EFL League Two Manager of the Month: November 2023,[30] March 2024[31]
References
[edit]- ^ Pete Wild at the English National Football Archive (subscription required)
- ^ "FC Halifax Town: 'We're confident that we're talking to the right people' says Wild on replacements for Byrne and Hyde". www.halifaxcourier.co.uk. 20 July 2021.
- ^ "Sneak Peek: From The Changing Room – Pete Wild". Oldham Athletic A.F.C. 11 January 2019. Retrieved 17 January 2019.
- ^ a b Alyson Rudd (5 January 2019). "Pete Wild, the Oldham fan in the manager's seat who hopes to shock Claudio Ranieri's Fulham". The Times. Retrieved 17 January 2019.
- ^ a b "FC Halifax Town: Profile of Town's new manager Pete Wild". www.halifaxcourier.co.uk. 24 July 2019.
- ^ a b c Richard Sutcliffe (24 May 2022). "Pete Wild's managerial journey: From running pubs to pushing Halifax to vie for a most unlikely promotion". The Athletic. Retrieved 24 May 2022.
- ^ "'It taught me a lot about life' – Halifax boss Pete Wild on his time as manager of the England amputee football team". www.halifaxcourier.co.uk. 17 December 2019.
- ^ a b "Pete Wild: Oldham caretaker manager's journey from fan to FA Cup giant-killer". BBC Sport. 6 January 2019. Retrieved 17 January 2019.
- ^ "FC Halifax Town: Pete Wild looks back on the day he toppled Premier League Fulham in the FA Cup". www.halifaxcourier.co.uk. 17 October 2019.
- ^ "Oldham fan Pete Wild ready to step down as caretaker boss after FA Cup win over Fulham". Sky Sports. 6 January 2019. Retrieved 17 January 2019.
- ^ a b c d e f g Pete Wild management career statistics at Soccerbase
- ^ "Paul Scholes: Oldham Athletic name ex-Man Utd midfielder as manager". BBC Sport. 11 February 2019. Retrieved 11 February 2019.
- ^ Matthew Treadwell (10 February 2019). "Paul Scholes set to become Oldham boss as Pete Wild admits he may have taken final game". Sky Sports. Retrieved 11 February 2019.
- ^ Jon Chubb (11 February 2019). "Pete Wild signs off with impressive Latics win". Oldham Chronicle. Retrieved 11 February 2019.
- ^ "Pete Wild's back in the dugout at Boundary Park!". Oldham Athletic A.F.C. 15 March 2019. Retrieved 16 March 2019.
- ^ "Pete Wild: Oldham Athletic appoint caretaker until end of season". BBC Sport. 22 March 2019. Retrieved 29 March 2019.
- ^ "Pete Wild: Oldham Athletic boss leaves for personal reasons". BBC Sport. 7 May 2019. Retrieved 8 May 2019.
- ^ "Pete Wild: FC Halifax Town name former Oldham Athletic boss as manager". BBC Sport. 25 July 2019.
- ^ "Pete Wild the bookies favourite for Grimsby Town job". Grimsbylive. 26 November 2019 – via www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk.
- ^ "Links with League Two club a compliment, says Pete Wild". Grimsbylive. 28 November 2019 – via www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk.
- ^ "FC Halifax Town: 'I'll continue to do my job at Halifax,' says Wild as Shaymen boss named among early contenders for vacancy at Bradford City". www.halifaxcourier.co.uk. 15 February 2022.
- ^ "FC Halifax Town boss Pete Wild refuses to be drawn on Bradford City talk". The 72. 16 February 2022.
- ^ "'I'm fully focused on the play-offs,' says Shaymen boss Wild amid speculation linking him with Barrow vacancy". www.halifaxcourier.co.uk. 17 May 2022.
- ^ "Barrow AFC issue key update in their search for a new manager". The Mail.
- ^ "Barrow AFC fans pick who their next manager should be – and it isn't favourite Pete Wild". The Mail.
- ^ "Pete Wild To Leave The Shaymen". FC Halifax Town. Retrieved 26 May 2022.
- ^ "Pete Wild Appointed As Barrow Manager". www.barrowafc.com. 27 May 2022. Retrieved 27 May 2022.
- ^ Ryan Dabbs (1 August 2023). "Barrow season preview 2023/24: How the Bluebirds plan to reach the play-offs". FourFourTwo. Retrieved 17 December 2023.
- ^ "Table & Standings". Sky Sports. Retrieved 17 December 2023.
- ^ a b "Sky Bet League Two Player and Manager of the Month for November". www.efl.com. 8 December 2023. Retrieved 10 December 2023.
- ^ a b "Sky Bet League Two: Manager & Player of the Month: March winners". www.efl.com. 12 April 2024. Retrieved 12 April 2024.
- ^ "Club Statement: Pete Wild". www.barrowafc.com.
- ^ "Pete Wild: Barrow part with manager following 'post-season review'". BBC Sport. 24 May 2024.
- ^ "Pete Wild: Fleetwood Town appoint ex-Oldham and Barrow boss as head coach". BBC Sport. 24 December 2024.
- ^ "Pete Wild: Fleetwood Town boss is dismissed by League Two club". BBC Sport. 25 January 2026.
Pete Wild
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Early life and background
Early years
Peter Lee Wild was born on 20 July 1984 in Royton, a town in the Oldham borough of Greater Manchester, England.[1] Growing up in a working-class family in the Oldham area, Wild was immersed from a young age in the region's vibrant local football culture, which played a central role in shaping his lifelong passion for the sport.[2] His parents owned and operated pubs in the community, where he contributed to family duties, fostering a sense of practical involvement and connection to the working-class roots of the locality.[2] Wild's fandom for Oldham Athletic began early, as he attended his first match at the club's Boundary Park stadium on New Year's Day 1991, at the age of six, accompanied by his father, Pete Sr.[6] The game ended in a 1-1 draw against Newcastle United, an event that ignited his enduring support for the Latics and embedded him within the community's football traditions.[6] Born and bred in Oldham, Wild has often described the town as central to his identity, reflecting how his formative years in this industrial heartland cultivated a deep emotional tie to local football and its cultural significance.[7] These early influences from family, community, and the pitches of Greater Manchester laid the groundwork for Wild's future path, extending his working-class experiences into pre-coaching roles that honed his resilience and community-oriented approach.[2]Pre-coaching occupations
Prior to embarking on a full-time career in football coaching around 2007,[8] Pete Wild held a variety of manual and service-based occupations in the Oldham area during the 2000s and early 2010s. He worked as a tree surgeon, performing physically intensive tasks such as felling and trimming trees.[2][9] Wild also trained as an apprentice car mechanic, acquiring practical skills in vehicle maintenance and repair.[2][9] In addition, he assisted in the family business by managing his parents' pubs, overseeing daily operations and interacting with customers to develop interpersonal abilities.[2] Throughout this time, Wild pursued an amateur football playing career at non-professional levels with local clubs, though he never advanced to professional ranks due to his skill level.[2] These diverse roles fostered resilience and practical problem-solving that later shaped his coaching philosophy.[2]Personal life
Pete Wild is known for being a family-oriented individual, particularly evident in his decision to prioritize time with his father, Peter, whose health issues prompted a significant career pause. In May 2019, following a brief stint as head coach at Oldham Athletic, Wild cited personal reasons for his departure, specifically to spend more time supporting his unwell father after 12 years at the club.[8][10] Wild maintains a low-profile personal life, avoiding public scrutiny and focusing on work-life balance, as highlighted in interviews where he discusses the importance of maintaining equilibrium amid professional demands. This emphasis on personal well-being has shaped his approach, with no major controversies or notable public personal events associated with him. He resides in the North West England area, specifically in Royton, close to his family roots, which has influenced career moves toward clubs nearer home, such as his appointment at Barrow in 2022.[11][12]Coaching career
Early coaching positions
Prior to the amputee role, Wild began coaching in youth development with Oldham Council's sports department and the Manchester Football Association, before joining Oldham Athletic's academy.[2] Pete Wild entered formal coaching in 2012 when he was appointed manager of the England Amputee national football team in February of that year, following a recommendation after his coaching work in Dubai. He held the position until January 2015, overseeing the team's participation in international adaptive football competitions during this volunteer-led, charity-supported initiative.[13] Wild guided the team to notable successes, including a fifth-place finish at the 2012 Amputee World Cup in Russia and a tenth-place result at the 2014 Amputee World Cup in Mexico. The squad claimed three or four tournament wins across 15 countries, including victory in the Amp Futbol Cup in Poland, competing in events in England, Ireland, Russia, and elsewhere. These accomplishments highlighted his ability to lead a diverse group of players, many of whom joined through personal experiences of injury or illness, in a self-funded environment where training and travel relied on donations and sponsorships.[13] This unpaid, grassroots role marked Wild's transition from amateur playing to dedicated coaching without prior club management positions, fostering his passion for inclusive football. Through it, he developed key leadership and tactical skills tailored to the specialized demands of adaptive sports, such as managing squads with varied physical needs and coordinating international logistics on limited resources. The experiences proved foundational, informing his approach in later professional roles at clubs like Oldham Athletic.[13]Oldham Athletic
Pete Wild was appointed as caretaker manager of Oldham Athletic on 27 December 2018, following the dismissal of Frankie Bunn after a 4-1 home defeat to Crawley Town on Boxing Day.[14] As a lifelong supporter of his boyhood club, Wild described the role as fulfilling a personal dream, having joined the club's coaching staff a decade earlier and risen through the academy ranks.[15] In his initial spell, he managed eight matches in League Two and the FA Cup, achieving four wins, one draw, and three losses, which included a notable 2-1 giant-killing victory over Premier League side Fulham in the FA Cup third round on 5 January 2019.[16] This run improved Oldham's mid-season standing, lifting them from the relegation zone and injecting stability into a turbulent campaign marked by multiple managerial changes.[15] Wild's first tenure ended on 11 February 2019 when Paul Scholes was appointed manager, but he returned as caretaker for a brief second spell starting 15 March 2019 after Scholes resigned after just seven games.[17] This interim period involved no matches, as the next fixture followed his full appointment. On 22 March 2019, Oldham named Wild as head coach until the end of the 2018-19 season, a decision praised for his earlier success and deep club knowledge.[16] Overseeing the final nine league games, he recorded four wins, two draws, and three losses, contributing to a total of 17 matches across his spells with eight wins, three draws, and six losses overall.[16] His approach emphasized defensive organization, as noted by players, and drew on his prior experience as academy manager to integrate youth talents into the first team.[18] Wild departed Oldham on 7 May 2019, immediately after the season's final match, citing personal reasons that included family priorities.[10]FC Halifax Town
Pete Wild was appointed as the manager of National League club FC Halifax Town on 24 July 2019, taking over just days before the start of the 2019–20 season following the departure of Jamie Fullarton.[19] Drawing briefly on his player management experience from a short stint at Oldham Athletic, Wild inherited an incomplete squad at the part-time club and focused on building stability in the fifth tier. Over his three-year tenure, Wild managed 139 matches, securing 65 wins, 28 draws, and 46 losses, which resulted in consistent top-half finishes, including fourth place in the 2021–22 season and qualification for the play-offs in two campaigns.[20] He guided the Shaymen to a sixth-place standing in the shortened 2019–20 season, determined by points per game due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and a tenth-place finish in 2020–21 despite the disruptions of fixture suspensions and resumptions.[21] Wild's approach emphasized an attacking style adapted to the club's part-time players, prioritizing high pressing and fluid transitions to maximize limited training time.[22] A key highlight was Halifax's run to the third round of the FA Trophy in the 2019–20 season, where they were eliminated by Halesowen Town, showcasing Wild's ability to blend cup progress with league solidity.[23] Throughout his time, Wild navigated significant challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic, including a four-month halt to fixtures in 2020 and subsequent outbreaks that postponed games, such as a 2020–21 match against Wealdstone.[20] He also prioritized local talent development, integrating academy prospects and regional players into the first team to foster community ties and long-term growth at the club.[24] Wild departed FC Halifax Town on 26 May 2022, shortly after a play-off elimination, to pursue full-time opportunities in the Football League.[21] His exit was marked by gratitude from the club for delivering excitement and elevation from relegation threats to regular contention.[20]Barrow
Pete Wild marked his progression into full-time EFL management with his appointment as Barrow AFC manager on 27 May 2022, succeeding Mark Cooper following the latter's departure by mutual consent in March of that year. Wild, who had previously guided FC Halifax Town to stability in the National League, signed a three-year contract with the League Two club and immediately set about reshaping the squad alongside sporting director Iain Wood. His arrival came after a turbulent period for Barrow, who had narrowly avoided relegation the prior season, and Wild's mandate was to instill competitiveness and defensive resilience in the team.[25][26] Over his two-year tenure, ending on 24 May 2024, Wild oversaw 104 matches across all competitions, recording 40 wins, 23 draws, and 41 losses for a points-per-match average of 1.38. In the 2022–23 season, he led Barrow to a ninth-place finish in League Two—their highest in over a decade—transforming a side that had ended the previous campaign in 22nd into genuine playoff contenders for much of the year. Wild's tactical approach emphasized a robust defensive setup, with the team conceding just 57 goals in the league, complemented by quick counter-attacks that exploited transitions effectively, as highlighted in post-match analyses of their performances. The following 2023–24 season saw further progress, with Barrow securing eighth place and again flirting with the playoff spots until a late-season dip, boasting the league's third-best defensive record with only 45 goals conceded.[27][28][29][30] Wild's impact was recognized with two EFL League Two Manager of the Month awards: in November 2023, for a perfect run of four league wins that propelled Barrow into the top six, and in March 2024, following three victories in four games that reignited their promotion push despite a challenging February. These accolades underscored his ability to deliver consistent form amid a modest budget, fostering a resilient squad mentality. His departure came after a post-season review, attributed to differing perspectives between Wild and the club hierarchy on future direction, despite Barrow's solid mid-table security and improved standing. The club confirmed the mutual parting, praising Wild's contributions to their upward trajectory.[31][32][33][34]Fleetwood Town
Pete Wild was appointed head coach of Fleetwood Town on 27 December 2024, succeeding Charlie Adam during a period of relegation challenges that saw the club drop into EFL League Two.[35] His arrival marked a shift toward stabilization, leveraging his prior experience in the lower tiers of English football, including a successful tenure at Barrow where he guided the team to playoff contention.[1] As of 16 November 2025, Wild had managed 47 games in charge, achieving 17 wins, 15 draws, and 15 losses, positioning Fleetwood for mid-table consolidation in League Two.[36] Early in 2025, his focus turned to squad rebuilding through targeted recruitment and youth integration to address defensive vulnerabilities exposed in the relegation season. Key events included a gritty response to setbacks, such as the recent 2-1 defeat to Crawley Town on 8 November 2025, where defender Zech Medley received a controversial red card after just 10 minutes, which Wild described as "extremely harsh."[37] Despite the numerical disadvantage, the team showed resilience, narrowing the scoreline late in the match.[38] Tactically, Wild has emphasized a high-pressing style adapted to League Two's physical demands, encouraging aggressive ball recovery and quick transitions to exploit spaces. In October 2025 interviews, he expressed ambitions for a strong FA Cup run, highlighting the competition as an opportunity to build momentum and reward the squad's growing cohesion.[3] Throughout his ongoing tenure, Wild has earned praise for fostering team resilience amid injuries and fixture congestion, noting the players' "effort and desire" as foundational to their progress.[38]Managerial record and honours
Managerial statistics
As of match played 16 November 2025, Pete Wild's managerial career totals 308 matches across all competitions, with 129 wins, 71 draws, and 108 losses, yielding a win percentage of 41.88%.[39] The following table provides a chronological breakdown of his record by club and tenure, encompassing league matches, domestic cups (e.g., FA Cup, EFL Cup), and playoffs where applicable. Note that his current tenure at Fleetwood Town remains ongoing during the 2025–26 season.[39]| Team | From | To | Pld | W | D | L | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oldham Athletic (caretaker) | 27 December 2018 | 10 February 2019 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 50.00 |
| Oldham Athletic | 14 March 2019 | 7 May 2019 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 44.44 |
| FC Halifax Town | 25 July 2019 | 26 May 2022 | 139 | 65 | 28 | 46 | 46.76 |
| Barrow | 27 May 2022 | 24 May 2024 | 105 | 39 | 26 | 40 | 37.14 |
| Fleetwood Town | 27 December 2024 | Present | 47 | 17 | 14 | 16 | 36.17 |
| Total | 308 | 129 | 71 | 108 | 41.88 |