
Antonee Robinson
United KingdomAlso known as: Jedi, Antonee Jedi Robinson
Birthday
August 8, 1997
Birth Sign
Leo
Birthplace
Milton Keynes, England
Age
29 years old
Height
6 ft 0 in (183 cm)
About
Antonee Robinson is an English-born American soccer player who plays left-back for Fulham in the Premier League and for the United States men's national team. Known to teammates and fans as "Jedi," a nod to his actual middle name, he has become one of the most reliable attacking full-backs in English football and a senior voice in a young USMNT squad.
Robinson's rise has been steady rather than sudden. He came through Everton's academy, learned his trade on Championship loans, and has since become a fixture at Fulham, where he won the club's Player of the Season award in 2023–24. That same year he was named U.S. Soccer Male Player of the Year, recognition of his growing importance on the international stage. At 29, he remains a key figure for both club and country, admired for his pace, defensive solidity, and the overlaps that make him a constant outlet on the left flank.
Early Life & Background
Robinson was born in Milton Keynes, England, to an American father and an English mother, a dual heritage that would later shape his international career. He grew up in England and entered Everton's youth academy as a left-sided defender with obvious athletic gifts but plenty of rough edges. Breaking into the Everton first team proved difficult, so the club sent him on loan to Bolton Wanderers and then Wigan Athletic in the EFL Championship. Those spells gave him regular minutes against seasoned professionals, and he developed into a reliable attacking full-back who could defend one-on-one and deliver crosses. The experience prepared him for a step up, and in 2020 Fulham signed him for a reported £2 million. Before that move, he had already made his senior U.S. debut in May 2018, choosing the American path despite his English upbringing.
Career Growth
Fulham's 2020 signing of Robinson for a reported £2 million proved a bargain. After the club's relegation in his first season, he became central to the 2021–22 Championship title run, playing a key role in Fulham's immediate return to the Premier League and earning a place in the league's Team of the Season. His performances continued to improve, and in 2023–24 he was named Fulham's Player of the Season, becoming the first American to win that honor. Internationally, he debuted for the U.S. in May 2018 and was named U.S. Soccer Male Player of the Year for 2024. As of 2026, he remains at Fulham under coach Álvaro Arbeloa, though an ankle injury caused him to miss a match against Ipswich in October 2026. Transfer speculation has been persistent, with Newcastle United reportedly interested in July 2026 and other Premier League giants circling.
Career Timeline
Public Image & Style
Robinson's public persona is built around the "Jedi" nickname and a relaxed, fan-friendly voice. His social media presence is low-key but engaging, and he does regular fan-facing content, including a Reddit Ask Me Anything and a U.S. Soccer "26 Questions" feature. Media coverage frames him as one of the Premier League's premier attacking full-backs and a senior voice for a young USMNT squad. He is seen as approachable and thoughtful, a contrast to the more guarded image some athletes project.
Fame & Fandom (iFAMOUS Rankings)
iFANN has not yet collected fame data for Antonee Robinson, so no ranking is available. He does not appear on the September 2026 iFAMOUS Rankings flagship list. His fanbase has no formal name, but his following is growing, particularly among U.S. soccer supporters who appreciate his journey from English academy prospect to American international. Fans engage through video compilations and Q&A sessions rather than organized campaigns, and his "Jedi" nickname has become a personal brand that resonates with supporters on both sides of the Atlantic.
Interesting Facts and Legends
His middle name really is "Jedi," which explains the nickname and his social media handles, @antonee_jedi on Instagram and @Antonee_Jedi on X. He became the first American to win Fulham's Player of the Season award, taking the honor for 2023–24. Before finding his feet at Fulham, he came through Everton's academy and learned the senior game on Championship loans at Bolton Wanderers and Wigan Athletic. He has described the U.S.-Mexico rivalry as "not a friendly," a line that resonated with fans. And he once said, "I like being under pressure," a window into his mentality ahead of the 2026 World Cup on home soil.
Notable Quotes
“It's not a friendly.”
“I like being under pressure.”
Family & Personal Life
Robinson was born to an American father and an English mother, a family background that gave him dual eligibility and ultimately led him to represent the United States. He grew up in England and has kept his personal life largely private, with no spouse, partner, or children publicly documented. His family roots are central to his story: the American side of his heritage opened the door to the U.S. national team, and he has spoken about feeling American despite his English upbringing.
Notable Connections
Relationships & Dating History
Robinson has kept his romantic life out of the public eye. No credible outlet has reported a spouse, partner, or serious relationship, and the generic "Antonee Robinson wife" search returns no confirmed answers. As of 2026, his relationship status remains unknown or private, and he has not publicly confirmed any current partner.
Salary, Net Worth In 2026
$5 Million
iFANN Editorial Team estimate
iFANN currently estimates Antonee Robinson's net worth at approximately $5 million as of 2026. His primary income comes from his contract with Fulham, which he joined in 2020 after a reported £2 million transfer from Wigan Athletic. That deal has since been extended, and his salary reflects his status as a regular starter in the Premier League. Additional earnings come from national team appearances and endorsements, though specific figures are not publicly documented. His financial trajectory has risen steadily alongside his career, from academy prospect to established top-flight defender.
Awards Won (4)
Robinson has won the EFL Championship title with Fulham in 2021–22, was named to the Championship Team of the Season that same year, and earned Fulham's Player of the Season award for 2023–24, becoming the first American to do so. He was also named U.S. Soccer Male Player of the Year for 2024.
2024 · Player of the Year
United States men's national team
2024 · Club award
Fulham
Known For
Fulham
2020–present · Left-back
United States men's national team
2018–present · Left-back
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Quick Facts
- Profession
- association football player
- Born
- August 8, 1997
- Birthplace
- Milton Keynes, England
- Gender
- Male
- Birth Sign
- Leo
- Height
- 6 ft 0 in (183 cm)
- Position
- Left-back
- Current Club
- Fulham
- National Team
- United States
Personal Details
- Full Name
- Antonee Jedi Robinson
- Height
- 6 ft 0 in (183 cm)
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