Which League 1 Manager Are You? Quiz

Ever wondered what kind of League 1 manager you'd be? Are you a tactical mastermind, a fiery motivator, or a cool-headed strategist? Take this quiz to find out which League 1 boss matches your style! Just pick the answers that sound most like you, and we’ll reveal your footballing alter ego!

1/10

Your team is losing at half-time. What do you do?

Make tactical changes and tweak the formation

Give a passionate speech to fire up the players

Stick to the plan — trust the process

Keep calm, reassure the team, and stay focused

2/10

A new star player joins your squad. How do you integrate them?

Work on tactical drills to fit them into the system

Let them express themselves and play with freedom

Ease them in gradually, making sure they gel with the team

Make sure they understand the team’s values and philosophy

3/10

The opposition is pressing high up the pitch. How do you react?

Adjust the team’s shape and play through the press

Tell the players to stay composed and trust their technique

Go direct — hit long balls to your striker

Encourage quick passing and movement towards the goal

4/10

How do you handle a player who’s unhappy with their game time?

Have a one-on-one meeting to discuss their role

Fire them up with a challenge to earn their spot

Stick to your plan — you pick the team, not them!

Find a compromise to keep harmony in the squad

5/10

What’s your pre-match team talk like?

Detailed tactics to prepare the team

A passionate, inspiring speech to get them ready for victory

Short and simple — just remind them of the basics

Calm words of encouragement to settle any nerves

6/10

A tough away game is coming up. How do you prepare?

Watch endless footage of the opposition

Focus on keeping the squad confident and hungry

Drill the players in defensive discipline

Develop a flexible game plan to adapt as needed

7/10

How do you celebrate a big victory over your local rivals?

Enjoy it for a moment, then start planning the next game

Celebrate wildly with the team and fans

Praise the players but remind them there’s more to come

Stay humble and act like you’ve been there before

8/10

A referee makes a terrible decision against your team. What do you do?

Keep your cool but discuss it post-match

Let the fourth official know exactly how you feel

Shout your frustration, but quickly move on

Accept it and refocus on the game

9/10

What kind of player would be your dream signing?

A versatile midfielder who controls the game

A fearless striker who scores goals for fun

A rock-solid defender to lead the backline

A hard-working winger who gives everything

10/10

What’s your biggest strength as a manager?

Tactical intelligence and preparation

Motivating players and building a strong team spirit

Staying disciplined and keeping standards high

Remaining calm under pressure and making smart decisions

You are: Mike Dodds!

You’re a tactician who loves analyzing the game. Every match is a chessboard, and you always have a strategy in place. Your attention to detail ensures your team is always prepared.

You are: Phil Parkinson!

You’re a motivator, a leader, and a true fighter! Your passion for the game drives your team forward, and your players love playing for you. Expect big celebrations after every win!

You are: Darrell Clarke!

You believe in discipline, structure, and hard work. Your teams are well-drilled, defensively solid, and always tough to beat. No nonsense, no excuses—just results.

You are: Chris Davies!

You’re cool, calm, and collected. You make intelligent decisions under pressure and adapt to any situation. Your tactical flexibility makes you a manager who can handle any challenge.

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