Manchester United legend Ryan Giggs made an unexpected return to the dugout during Salford City’s League Two clash against Notts County.
Giggs, who serves as Salford’s Director of Football, took on a hands-on role, sitting with the coaching staff and interacting with players during the match.
Class of 92 Connection
Salford City are co-owned by Giggs and his former Manchester United teammates Gary Neville, Phil Neville, Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt, and David Beckham. While Giggs has primarily overseen operations as Director of Football, this is the first time he has been seen taking an active role in the dugout this season.
Return to Football
This marks Giggs’ first public managerial involvement since stepping down as Wales manager in 2022. He had been on leave from the national team since 2020 during a high-profile legal case, where he faced domestic violence charges. Giggs denied the allegations, and the case ended without a verdict in 2022. A planned retrial was later abandoned.
His return to the dugout has been well-received by fans, who were pleased to see the Old Trafford icon take on a more visible role at Salford City. Giggs has also been spotted watching Salford games from the stands alongside his fellow owners.
Legacy and Career Highlights
Ryan Giggs is renowned for his remarkable achievements, including 13 Premier League titles, two UEFA Champions League victories, and numerous domestic cups. Transitioning into management, Giggs served as interim manager for Manchester United in 2014, overseeing the final four games of the season. He later became assistant manager under Louis van Gaal from 2014 to 2016.
In January 2018, Giggs was appointed manager of the Wales national team, leading them to qualification for UEFA Euro 2020. He resigned from this role in June 2022. In February 2024, Giggs took on the role of sporting director at Salford City, a League Two club he co-owns. He has since been actively involved in coaching duties, assisting head coach Karl Robinson during matches.
This hands-on involvement marks Giggs’ return to football management after a hiatus, indicating his ongoing commitment to the sport.
