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

Mikel Arteta, Bukayo Saka, Arsenal

7 Aug 2024

Arsenal handed perfect chance to sign dream Saka back-up

Manuel Ugarte, Man Utd, 2023/24

7 Aug 2024

Man Utd hold 'initial talks' with ANOTHER Ugarte alternative

Lionel Messi, Julian Alvarez, World Cup 2022

5 Aug 2024

‘Messi wants him at Barcelona’ – Leo out to ruin Arsenal's dream transfer

Celtic midfielder Matt O'Riley is linked with a move to Chelsea

5 Aug 2024

Chelsea target Arsenal's perfect midfielder as Gallagher replacement

Julian Alvarez, Arsenal

5 Aug 2024

Arsenal Transfer News Today: Alvarez ON, Nico Williams DECISION, Merino U-TURN?

Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe, Real Madrid

5 Aug 2024

Ancelotti: What Mbappe’s Real Madrid move means for Bellingham

Lamine Yamal, Nico Williams, Spain, Euro 2024

5 Aug 2024

Nico Williams transfer decision CONFIRMED as Spain star parties with Lamine Yamal

Frenkie de Jong, Erik ten Hag, Manchester United

5 Aug 2024

Man Utd Transfer News Today: De Jong REIGNITED, signing VERY CLOSE, Toney DETAILS

Frenkie de Jong, Erik ten Hag, Man Utd

5 Aug 2024

De Jong deal blocked by Antony as ‘OBSESSED’ Ten Hag reignites chase for Barcelona ace

Mikel Merino, Arsenal, 2024/25

5 Aug 2024

Arsenal get POSITIVE Merino update – but warning over transfer U-turn issued

Victor Osimhen, Chelsea

5 Aug 2024

Osimhen to Chelsea? Blues’ dream signing feels closer than ever

Fabrizio Romano, Man Utd, 2023/24

5 Aug 2024

Fabrizio Romano transfer news: Man Utd moves EXPECTED, Barcelona FRUSTRATED, Juventus CHANGES

Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea

5 Aug 2024

Chelsea breakthrough! €40m deal to be completed – Fabrizio Romano

Eddie Nketiah, Arsenal, 2023/24

4 Aug 2024

Arsenal Transfer News Today: Nketiah decision MADE, Alvarez BOMB, Merino says NO

Ange Postecolgou, Tottenham

3 Aug 2024

Tottenham’s transfer target confirmed by Postecoglou as Spurs get Solanke encouragement

Fabrizio Romano, Arsenal

3 Aug 2024

Romano announces transfer agreement that changes everything for Arsenal

Erik ten Hag, Man Utd, 2024/25

3 Aug 2024

Man Utd signing confirmed: Everything is done

Enzo Maresca, Conor Gallagher, Chelsea

3 Aug 2024

Conor Gallagher to leave Chelsea? Every word Enzo Maresca said on the subject

Joao Pedro, Arsenal

2 Aug 2024

Arsenal’s NEW striker target, Chelsea FORCING star out, Mainoo STEPS UP – FootballTransfers Recap

Conor Gallagher, Chelsea

2 Aug 2024

Chelsea FORCING Gallagher out as Blues enter ‘DANGER TIME’