One of my favourite Charlton players of all time. He made such a difference to our team.
When he got hold of the ball and ran at the opposition it had us on our feet in SE7.....and surprisingly often, it ended up in the opposition's net as a result.
I recall when we lost Lee and Robinson was picked up for £75k from Brighton (I think I recall). I think expectations were low and it took a while for him to get really noticed. That might have been partly to do with how good a player Lee was which he showed with his achievements after he left us.
If somebody had come to me and said Robinson would be end up being a bigger Charlton legend than Lee I would have laughed at them. But as has been said, he maxed out his attributes and was an intrinsic part of our rise and definitely achieved that honour.
Some wide players glide past players but he got past them because he wanted it more. It was great watching him play and it will be fantastic seeing him on Saturday and I only wish the Valley Pass show could be extended.
loving the valley pass thing - starting to take on a life of its own - reckon they should beam it on the large screen pre match once we are allowed back into the ground then show the mid and post match analysis on the website after - accessed if you've got a season ticket
robinson and newton either side with keith jones and kinsella in the middle - they had ability but the work rate and team ethic made them a proper unit and then curbs added youds and mills and we were inpenetrable - that was the golden era with bits of magic dropped in from mortimer and mendonca and sasa illic came in from nowhere and couldn't be beaten - rufus shouldn't go without a mention either - my favourite team i'd say although the claus and parker team was obviously a step up but those years from 92 - 98 will take some beating. The 2019 and 2012 teams being the other notable sides since the the hales / flanagan era, which is where my first hand knowlege ends
robinson and newton either side with keith jones and kinsella in the middle - they had ability but the work rate and team ethic made them a proper unit and then curbs added youds and mills and we were inpenetrable - that was the golden era with bits of magic dropped in from mortimer and mendonca and sasa illic came in from nowhere and couldn't be beaten - rufus shouldn't go without a mention either - my favourite team i'd say although the claus and parker team was obviously a step up but those years from 92 - 98 will take some beating. The 2019 and 2012 teams being the other notable sides since the the hales / flanagan era, which is where my first hand knowlege ends
Probably mentioned elsewhere but brilliant story from Curbs last night about Keith Jones. In one match he marked Paul Gascoigne out of the game, and when Gascoigne went across to the touchline to change his boots, Keith went across and stood next to him!
A real 100%er. Never gave up. Pleased he got the chance to player in the Premier League with us. The group of players that Curbs put together in the play off season we’re phenomenal - a proper team and the work ethic was underlined by Robinson. A Charlton legend indeed....and only £75k - absolute bargain.
robinson and newton either side with keith jones and kinsella in the middle - they had ability but the work rate and team ethic made them a proper unit and then curbs added youds and mills and we were inpenetrable - that was the golden era with bits of magic dropped in from mortimer and mendonca and sasa illic came in from nowhere and couldn't be beaten - rufus shouldn't go without a mention either - my favourite team i'd say although the claus and parker team was obviously a step up but those years from 92 - 98 will take some beating. The 2019 and 2012 teams being the other notable sides since the the hales / flanagan era, which is where my first hand knowlege ends
Probably mentioned elsewhere but brilliant story from Curbs last night about Keith Jones. In one match he marked Paul Gascoigne out of the game, and when Gascoigne went across to the touchline to change his boots, Keith went across and stood next to him!
Yes that 90s team was special.
i remember that - think he did the same man marking job against merson when playing for middlesborough and merson had a tantrum coz he kept snuffing him out
First saw him in the customary pre season friendly at Welling and he was very chatty that day during the game not only with his team mates but the fans along the front of the stand opposite the dugouts. Didn’t overly impress but turned out to be a very good player for us who gave his all for the badge.
the balmer / webster team which i think had bowyer. minto and leaburn was decent as well but didn't quite reach the heights - i suppose thye lawrence built team should also get a mention - funny how with all those promotion teams you can pretty much name the 11 - johns reid pender thompson humphrey lee curbs shipley stewart flanagan pearson
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I believe he tore up his contract at Cardiff rather than carry on taking the money when not fully fit and promptly retired.
Very refreshing. Think he also made a point of apologising to the Cardiff fans.
When he got hold of the ball and ran at the opposition it had us on our feet in SE7.....and surprisingly often, it ended up in the opposition's net as a result.
Those were the days!
If somebody had come to me and said Robinson would be end up being a bigger Charlton legend than Lee I would have laughed at them. But as has been said, he maxed out his attributes and was an intrinsic part of our rise and definitely achieved that honour.
Some wide players glide past players but he got past them because he wanted it more. It was great watching him play and it will be fantastic seeing him on Saturday and I only wish the Valley Pass show could be extended.
Cracking player
How many goals can they score?
The answer my friend is Robbo on the wing,
The answer is Robbo on the wing"
https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/sport/football/charlton-and-brighton-star-aiming-help-bring-footballs-next-generation-2971616
https://www.johnrobinsonsocceruk.com/