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USMNT · World Cup 2026 Player Guide

Antonee Robinson

Antonee 'Jedi' Robinson is one of the fastest fullbacks in world soccer and a Premier League starter at Fulham. If you've watched the USMNT in the last three years, you've seen him fly down the left flank and put balls into the box that defenders simply cannot deal with. He's the unsung hero of this American generation.

Position
Left Back
Club
Fulham
League
Premier League (England)
Age
28
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Who is Antonee Robinson and what's his career path?

Born in Milton Keynes, England to American parents, Robinson came through the Everton academy and chose to represent the U.S. at international level. After a season at Wigan and a transfer to Fulham in 2020, he's quietly become one of the most consistent left backs in the Premier League. The 2023-24 season was his breakout: 9 assists, top of the EPL charts for fullbacks. He signed a long-term Fulham contract in 2024.

What is Antonee Robinson's playing style?

Robinson is a pure modern fullback: track-star fast, defensively reliable, and a relentless overlapping presence in attack. He doesn't have a flashy step-over move — he just runs past you and whips in a perfect cross. The nickname 'Jedi' is because he literally cannot be beaten in a footrace. Watching him is like watching a wide receiver who can also tackle.

What is Antonee Robinson's role at the 2026 World Cup?

Robinson is the USMNT's locked-in starting left back. His ability to provide width and crosses will be crucial for getting service to the team's strikers. Watch for his trademark overlap with Pulisic — it's the Americans' most dangerous combination.

The Premier League team to follow

If you love Antonee Robinson's game, support Crystal Palace FC

Robinson plays for Fulham, but Fulham isn't on our supported-teams list. The closest cultural and stylistic match in the EPL is Crystal Palace. Both are mid-table South London / West London clubs with passionate, grounded fanbases that don't expect titles but show up every week. Palace plays a similarly counter-attacking, fullback-heavy style under Oliver Glasner. If you like watching Robinson, you'll like watching Palace's Tyrick Mitchell on the left.

Fun facts about Antonee Robinson

  • +Born in Milton Keynes, England — chose USA via his American father
  • +Officially the fastest player in the Premier League (36.5 km/h recorded)
  • +Diagnosed with a heart condition in 2018 that briefly threatened his career
  • +Led all EPL defenders in assists in 2023-24

Frequently asked questions

What team does Antonee Robinson play for?

Fulham in the Premier League. He's been there since 2020 and signed a contract extension in 2024.

Why is Antonee Robinson called 'Jedi'?

It's a childhood nickname from his older brother that stuck with him through the Everton academy. He embraced it and now wears it on the back of personal merch.

Which other USMNT players should I read about?