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

Ivan Toney, Man Utd, Brentford, 2023/24
  • 25 Apr 2024

Man Utd’s Ivan Toney thinking is WRONG

Kendry Paez, Independiente, Chelsea, 2024
  • 25 Apr 2024

Paez v Endrick: Chelsea kid scores wondergoal but Real Madrid prodigy prevails

Jarrad Branthwaite, Man Utd
  • 25 Apr 2024

Branthwaite’s dominant Liverpool display leaves just one question for Man Utd

Frenkie de Jong, Barcelona, 2023/24
  • 24 Apr 2024

Barcelona face €200m PSG threat as De Jong poses familiar problem

Mykhailo Mudryk, Chelsea, 2023/24
  • 25 Apr 2024

Chelsea Transfer News LIVE: Blues urged to sign WORLD CLASS striker, Mudryk CRITICISED

Erik ten Hag, Man Utd, 2023/24
  • 24 Apr 2024

Man Utd target best defender in the world as part of summer spending spree

Xavi Simons, Arsenal, 2023/24
  • 24 Apr 2024

‘BIG TURNAROUND’ in Xavi Simons’ future creates dream scenario for Arsenal

Fabrizio Romano, wow
  • 24 Apr 2024

Romano reveals truth behind Man Utd links to 21-goal striker

Mikel Arteta says Mauricio Pochettino should not be sacked
  • 24 Apr 2024

Agent Arteta! Chelsea fans claim Arsenal boss is trying to keep Pochettino in a job

Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea, 2023/24
  • 24 Apr 2024

Pochettino makes incredible comment about Chelsea stars after ‘SO BAD’ Arsenal lesson

Mauricio Pochettino, Todd Boehly, Chelsea
  • 23 Apr 2024

How much will it cost for Chelsea to sack Pochettino?

Paulo Fonseca, Lille, 2023/24
  • 22 Apr 2024

Liverpool hold talks with Paulo Fonseca as Ruben Amorim deal looks in doubt

Iga Swiatek, Robert Lewandowski, 2021
  • 22 Apr 2024

Iga Swiatek ‘BETRAYS’ Robert Lewandowski during El Clasico

Jose Mourinho, Man Utd, 2017/18
  • 22 Apr 2024

‘Man Utd still have players I didn’t want!’ – Who is Jose Mourinho talking about?

The law in Madrid is set to change to benefit Kylian Mbappe
  • 22 Apr 2024

What is the Mbappe Law? Real Madrid signing to get tax break from government

Antony, Man Utd, 2023/24
  • 22 Apr 2024

Pathetic Antony is a DISGRACE to Man Utd

Michael Olise, Crystal Palace, 2023/24
  • 22 Apr 2024

Michael Olise is a €65m risk worth taking

Ian Maatsen, Borussia Dortmund, 2023/24
  • 22 Apr 2024

Chelsea CRUSH wonderkid's dream by blocking transfer

Bernardo Silva, Man City, Arsenal, 2023/24
  • 22 Apr 2024

Bernardo Silva to Arsenal: Fabrizio Romano reveals the truth behind transfer rumour

Erik ten Hag, Manchester United
  • 22 Apr 2024

Ten Hag close to sack as Man Utd contact Champions League winner to step in