Michael Robinson British Footballer (1958–2020)
Michael Robinson · association football player and television presenter · British
Biography
Michael Robinson was a British footballer from Leicester. He died on 28 April 2020 at the age of 61. The recorded cause of death is skin cancer. Michael Robinson lined up for Republic of Ireland men's national association football team (1980–1986) and Preston North End F.C. (1975–1979).
Career
The records list him as a forward. The first club on record is Preston North End F.C. (1975). He played for 7 teams on record, including Republic of Ireland men's national association football team, Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. and Club Atlético Osasuna. 6 years at Republic of Ireland men's national association football team make up the longest period in his listed career. At Liverpool F.C. (1983–1984), his team-mates on record include Kenny Dalglish.
Recognition
Michael Robinson collected two Premios Ondas awards (1992 and 2009). Michael Robinson also received the Manuel Vázquez Montalbán Award for Sports Journalism (2017). In all, Michael Robinson won 3 awards.
Teams
7 teams| Years | Team | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1975–1979 | Preston North End F.C. | Forward |
| 1979–1980 | Manchester City F.C. | Forward |
| 1980–1983 | Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. | Forward |
| 1980–1986 | Republic of Ireland men's national association football team | Forward |
| 1983–1984 | Liverpool F.C. | Forward |
| 1984–1986 | Queens Park Rangers F.C. | Forward |
| 1987–1989 | Club Atlético Osasuna | Forward |
Awards and nominations
3 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Manuel Vázquez Montalbán Award for Sports Journalism | Won | |
| 2009 | Premios Ondas | Won | |
| 1992 | Premios Ondas | Won |
Michael Robinson on Social Media
Frequently asked questions
How old was Michael Robinson at the time of death?
Michael Robinson died on 28 April 2020 at the age of 61. He was born on 12 July 1958.
What was Michael Robinson’s cause of death?
According to Wikidata, Michael Robinson died on 28 April 2020; the recorded cause of death is skin cancer.
What is Michael Robinson known for?
Michael Robinson was a forward who played for Republic of Ireland men's national association football team and Preston North End F.C..
How tall was Michael Robinson?
Michael Robinson was 182 cm (6 ft 0 in) tall.
What is Michael Robinson’s nationality?
Michael Robinson was British, born in Leicester.
Has Michael Robinson won any awards?
Yes. 3 awards are on record, including Manuel Vázquez Montalbán Award for Sports Journalism (2017).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q1929070), accessed October 2026
- Photo: Malopez 21 · CC BY-SA 4.0
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