BOSS Mark Cooper has challenged Forest Green maverick Fabien Robert to start delivering the goods.

 Cooper wants the Frenchman to bring his undoubted spellbindingly brilliant technique and attention-grabbing talent, which saw him arrive as a marquee capture from Swindon Town in August.

Cooper said: "Fab now has to come to the party. This is time for Fab to show why he was brought to the football club. He has come with a big reputation and a lot of ability, but he needs to show a real desire to be in the team and stay in the team."

Robert, who has struggled with an ankle problem, showcased his credentials with a stunning brace in a 5-0 friendly win over Evesham and Cooper is keen for him to hit the ground running against Truro in the FA Trophy on Saturday.

"When it's cold and the surroundings might not be perfect, he has to dig in like the rest and show what he is really about - and his ability is certainly unquestioned."

Watch Mark Cooper's full interview on our video below