2021–22 Swindon Town F.C. season

The 2021–22 season is Swindon Town's 143rd year in their history and first season back in League Two since the 2019–20 season, following relegation from League One. The club will also compete in the FA Cup, EFL Trophy, and the EFL Cup. The season covers the period from 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2022.

Managerial changes
On 26 May 2021, John McGreal was named as the new first team manager, signing a two-year contract. On 1 June 2021, McGreal named Rene Gilmartin as his assistant. However, on 25 June 2021, with increasing uncertainty regarding the ownership of the club, both McGreal and Gilmartin left by mutual consent. McGreal was in the job for just 30 days. Long-standing chief executive Steve Anderson also left the club on the same day. A few days later, director of football Paul Jewell stood down from his position. On 20 July 2021, Clem Morfuni was named the new owner and chairman of Swindon Town On 21 July 2021, Ben Garner was appointed head coach with Scott Lindsey and Scott Marshall appointed as assistant managers. Also Ben Chorley was appointed the club's new director of football. On 22 July 2021, Rob Angus was appointed new Chief Executive. On 13 August 2021, Zavier Austin was appointed vice chairman.

Pre-season friendlies
Swindon Town announced friendlies against Melksham Town, Hungerford Town, Swansea City (later cancelled), Swindon Supermarine, Weymouth, Barnet (later cancelled), and Peterborough United as part of their pre-season preparations.

Matches
Swindon Town's League Two fixtures were announced on 24 June 2021.

Play-offs
Town League Two play-offs semi-finals against Port Vale both legs showed live on Sky Sports.

FA Cup
Town were drawn away to Crewe Alexandra in the first round. Town were drawn away to Walsall in the Second round. Town were drawn Home to Manchester City in the Third round.

EFL Cup
Town were drawn away to Cambridge United in the first round.

EFL Trophy
Swindon were drawn into Southern Group F alongside Newport County, Plymouth Argyle and Arsenal U21 Swindon were drawn against Colchester United in the last 32.

Statistics

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