ADO Den Haag announced on Monday that they had fired manager Robin Peter after a disappointing start to the Eredivisie season. The decision came with the club on six points from 11 matches and with avoiding relegation set as its main objective.
Club announcement
ADO Den Haag said on Monday that Robin Peter had been dismissed. Peter joined ADO Den Haag in the summer of 2025.
What Mark Wotte said
Technical director Mark Wotte said: "First and foremost, we would like to thank Robin enormously for everything he has done for ADO Den Haag ."
Wotte said: "By winning the league title and securing promotion to the Eredivisie, he, together with his coaching staff and the squad, has achieved a fantastic feat. It is a remarkable achievement that will forever be part of our club’s history."
Wotte said: "At the same time, we have to acknowledge that six points from eleven matches is not enough. With avoiding relegation as our main objective, we have therefore taken this difficult decision. This in no way detracts from our appreciation of Robin. We thank him for his commitment and wish him every success in his future career."
Results this season
ADO Den Haag's only win after 11 rounds was a shock victory over champions PSV. ADO Den Haag lost 1-0 to PEC Zwolle on Sunday.
The club were also knocked out on penalties by amateurs Excelsior '31 in the first round.
Promotion record
ADO Den Haag returned to the Eredivisie by winning the Keuken Kampioen Divisie title in 2026 with 89 points.
