Robin Bairner

Robin Bairner

Robin Bairner is an eminent digital football journalist who has been writing about the sport for major global publishers since 2006, specialising in Ligue 1 and Scottish football. He has been chief editor of the FootballTransfers global edition since its launch in 2020. Previously Bairner had been a key member of the editorial team which helped Goal.com become the world’s biggest football website. He covered multiple major competitions as a correspondent for Goal including the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, where he had the opportunity to work in Fortaleza. Among his highlights of the competition was Brazil’s quarter-final victory over Colombia.

Two years later, Robin was heavily involved at Euro 2016 as he reported on France’s run to the final, while at Russia 2018 he was Goal’s Ekaterinburg correspondent. These roles not only allowed him to develop a written profile, but also provided the opportunity to work on camera.

Writing about football has always been a passion and Robin has produced notable features on a freelance basis for highly creditable publications such as The Blizzard and When Saturday Comes.

On top of this, Bairner has published exclusive transfer news on several of the world game’s leading players, including Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi.

Articles from Robin Bairner

Matthijs de Ligt, Man Utd, 2024/25
  • 16 Sept 2024

De Ligt’s reason for Bayern exit confirmed in message that should strike fear into Ten Hag

Nico Williams, Athletic Club, 2024/25
  • 16 Sept 2024

Nico Williams ignores mum’s advice on €220,000 buy as Barcelona target sets season goal

Amad Diallo, Man Utd, 2024/25
  • 16 Sept 2024

Man Utd to offer new long-term contract to most important attacker

Victor Osimhen, Romelu Lukaku
  • 16 Sept 2024

Chelsea told the difference between Osimhen and Lukaku

Viktor Gyokeres, Sporting CP, 2024/25
  • 16 Sept 2024

The Viktor Gyokeres stat NO ONE is talking about

Angel Gomes, Man Utd, 2024/25
  • 16 Sept 2024

Angel Gomes given Man Utd return advice and told he’s good enough for Barca or Madrid

Raheem Sterling, Jadon Sancho, Manuel Ugarte
  • 16 Sept 2024

Sancho SHINES, Ugarte IMPRESSES: How each Premier League debutant performed this weekend

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal, 2024/25
  • 13 Sept 2024

Arteta’s Arsenal update: Odegaard ‘available’ BOMB, Chelsea DIG over Sterling, Wenger AMBITION

Andriy Lunin and Eduardo Camavinga of Real Madrid celebrate winning the 2023/24 Champions League
  • 13 Sept 2024

Real Madrid hero signs new six-year deal ahead of Ballon d’Or ceremony

Nicolas Jackson, Chelsea, 2023/24
  • 13 Sept 2024

OFFICIAL: Nicolas Jackson signs new NINE-YEAR Chelsea deal

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal manager
  • 13 Sept 2024

Arsenal told to pay €100m for striker Arteta loves

Jamal Musiala, Germany, Bayern, 2023/24
  • 13 Sept 2024

Jamal Musiala: Bayern confirm contract talks with ‘world-class’ star

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal, 2023/24
  • 13 Sept 2024

Mikel Arteta’s salary: Arsenal manager’s wage revealed after signing new contract

Rasmus Hojlund, Man Utd, 2023/24
  • 13 Sept 2024

Hojlund could help Man Utd exploit transfer loophole to sign superstar free agent

Victor Osimhen, Lamine Yamal, PSG
  • 13 Sept 2024

Osimhen’s failed PSG move explained as Lamine Yamal hint dropped

Joan Laporta, Hansi Flick, Barcelona
  • 12 Sept 2024

Barcelona finish paying €148m transfer fee for PSG star

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal, 2023/24
  • 13 Sept 2024

Mikel Arteta signs new Arsenal contract

Lee Carsley, Frank Lampard, England
  • 12 Sept 2024

Lampard threatens Carsley’s England dream: Chelsea flop ‘in talks’ for vacant role

Eden Hazard, Chelsea, Real Madrid
  • 12 Sept 2024

Chelsea legend Eden Hazard BOOED during charity match

Kylian Mbappe, PSG, 2023/24
  • 12 Sept 2024

'Mbappe wants to bleed PSG dry' – Real Madrid star reacts to blow in €55m unpaid wages case