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

Vinicius Junior, Real Madrid, Pau Cubarsi, Ballon d'Or
  • 1 Nov 2024

Cubarsi SLAMS Vini Jr over Ballon d’Or amid ‘CHILDISH’ accusations

Fabrizio Romano, Man Utd
  • 1 Nov 2024

Romano with Amorim to Man Utd ‘SEALED’ update

Victor Osimhen, Galatasaray
  • 1 Nov 2024

Osimhen sends Premier League giants clear transfer message

Ruud van Nistelrooy, Man Utd
  • 1 Nov 2024

Man Utd without EIGHT players for Chelsea clash

Jose Mourinho, Ruben Amorim, Man Utd, 2024/25
  • 31 Oct 2024

Mourinho tells Amorim what he has to CHANGE to be a Man Utd success

Erik ten Hag, Manchester United team 2024/25
  • 31 Oct 2024

Ten Hag 'COMPLETELY RUINED' by Man Utd sacking

Vinicius Jr, Ballon d'Or
  • 31 Oct 2024

Real Madrid take Vinicius Junior action after Ballon d’Or blow

Nico Williams,Athletic Club, Ainhi Garcia, 2024/25
  • 31 Oct 2024

Nico Williams: Three teams willing to pay €150m as star’s new girlfriend revealed

Viktor Gyokeres, Sporting CP, Arsenal, 2024/25
  • 31 Oct 2024

Viktor Gyokeres’ agent CONFIRMS Arsenal possibility as Amorim leaves

Ruben Amorim, Man Utd
  • 1 Nov 2024

CONFIRMED: Man Utd say Amorim ‘deal is done’

Neymar, Inter Miami, Lionel Messi
  • 30 Oct 2024

Neymar and Messi reunion is ON as Brazil ace takes action

Ruben Amorim, GTA, Old Trafford
  • 30 Oct 2024

‘Ah s***, here we go again’ – Man Utd fan’s brilliant GTA reaction to Amorim

Ruud van Nistelrooy, Man Utd
  • 30 Oct 2024

Van Nistelrooy sends ‘UNSTOPPABLE’ message to Man Utd fans following Ten Hag sack

Ruben Amorim, Jose Mourinho
  • 30 Oct 2024

Mourinho backs Amorim for Man Utd success as TRUE cost of Sporting CP manager emerges

Vinicius Junior, Arsenal
  • 30 Oct 2024

Arsenal’s Vinicius Jr: Arteta seeks to sign thrilling winger

Marcus Edwards, Ruben Amorim, Goncalo Inacio, Sporting CP
  • 30 Oct 2024

Man Utd latest: Amorim requests TRIPLE Sporting swoop – including Antony replacement

Enzo Maresca, Chelsea, 2024/25
  • 28 Oct 2024

Chelsea in €100m January DOUBLE deal

Raphinha, Nico Williams, Trent Alexander-Arnold
  • 28 Oct 2024

El Clasico earthquake: How transfer plans for EVERY major club changed in 90 minutes

Xavi, Man Utd
  • 28 Oct 2024

Man Utd step up Xavi chase: Discussions are CURRENTLY taking place

Mason Greenwood, Marseille, 2024/25
  • 28 Oct 2024

Mason Greenwood accused of ‘INDECENCY’ after Marseille lose to PSG