Miles Robinson

On July 26, Robinson scored his first goal for the Battery, an 11th-minute opener in a 2–2 draw against the Pittsburgh Riverhounds.

Miles Gordon Robinson (born March 14, 1997) is an American professional soccer player who plays as a center-back for Major League Soccer club FC Cincinnati and the United States national team.

Born in Arlington, Massachusetts, Robinson began his career with FC Boston Bolts before playing college soccer with the Syracuse Orange.

In 2015, Robinson committed to playing college soccer at Syracuse University, joining Ian McIntyre's Orange.

He made his debut for the side on August 28, 2015, starting in a 2–1 opening day defeat against the Hofstra Pride.

On September 19, Robinson scored his first goal for Syracuse in a 3–1 away defeat against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons.

As a freshman, Robinson started all 25 matches for Syracuse, scoring four goals.

In November 2015, following a victory over Notre Dame, Syracuse qualified for the NCAA Tournament with a record best for the program sixth seed.

Robinson started for Syracuse in their first three matches of the tournament, leading the Orange to the College Cup in Kansas City.

On December 11, Robinson started in Syracuse's opening College Cup match against the Clemson Tigers.

He helped the Orange keep a clean sheet through extra time, however the side would be knocked out 4–1 in the penalty shootout.

Prior to the NCAA Tournament, Robinson earned a spot in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) All-Tournament Team.

During his sophomore season, Robinson earned the ACC Defensive Player of the Year award, starting all 17 matches for Syracuse, scoring another four goals.

Following the 2015 college season, Robinson joined FC Boston, the semi-professional outfit of his youth club FC Boston Bolts, in the Premier Development League.

He once again helped Syracuse qualify for the 2016 NCAA Tournament but couldn't prevent the side from falling 1–0 against the North Carolina Tar Heels in the third round.

On December 10, 2016, Robinson was named into the National Soccer Coaches Association NCAA Division I Men's All-America First Team, being joined by future Atlanta United teammates Gordon Wild and Julian Gressel.

He made his debut on May 21, 2016 against F.A. Euro, starting in the 3–1 away victory.

Robinson played six matches during his time with FC Boston and following the season, was named as the top defender among college prospects by the United Soccer League.

After two seasons with Syracuse, Robinson was drafted with the second overall pick in the 2017 MLS SuperDraft by expansion club Atlanta United.

He initially did not feature for the side, and was loaned out to the Charleston Battery in 2017, followed by reserve affiliate Atlanta United 2 in 2018.

On January 4, 2017, Robinson elected to leave Syracuse early and signed a Generation Adidas contract with Major League Soccer, allowing him to be selected in the 2017 MLS SuperDraft.

Robinson was selected as the second overall pick in the draft on January 13 by expansion side Atlanta United, just behind first pick Abu Danladi.

On May 23, 2017, after only appearing on the bench for Atlanta United, Robinson joined United Soccer League club Charleston Battery on a short-term loan.

He made his professional debut for Charleston two days later in their 1–0 away victory over Bethlehem Steel, partnering with Taylor Mueller.

On June 14, 2017, Robinson returned from his loan with Charleston Battery temporarily to make his debut for Atlanta United in their U.S. Open Cup match against the Battery themselves.

He started next to Anton Walkes as Atlanta United won 3–2.

This would be Robinson's only appearance for Atlanta United in his debut professional season.

Robinson began the next season on the bench for Atlanta United against the Vancouver Whitecaps FC on March 17, 2018.

On March 24, Robinson appeared for Atlanta United 2, the club's reserve affiliate in the United Soccer League, against New York Red Bulls II, starting in the 3–1 victory.

From the 2019 season, Robinson began appearing as a regular starter for the club following the arrival of Frank de Boer as head coach.

Robinson made his senior debut for the United States in September 2019.

In July 2021, he was selected as part of the 23-man squad for the CONCACAF Gold Cup.

In the final against Mexico, Robinson scored the winner in extra-time to give the United States the championship.

Robinson was raised in Arlington, Massachusetts.

His interest in soccer began when watching his older sister, Rebecca, play in local matches and he began playing organized soccer when he was four years old.

He attended Arlington High School, where he played for the school's basketball team.

During his junior season, Robinson was the Middlesex League co-MVP and lead his team in scoring, assists, rebounds, and steals.

John Bowler, his basketball coach at Arlington, praised Robinson's abilities on the court: "His IQ, where he is supposed to be and changing speeds, is just unbelievable. Even though you know he's quick, he'll lull you to sleep. If you relax for a second, with one step, he's right by you."

In soccer, Robinson was part of the youth team at FC Boston Bolts, meaning he couldn't participate with the soccer team at Arlington High School.

Brian Ainscough, the chief executive officer for the Bolts, singled out Robinson's build and potential at a young age: "He was this kid that was 5-foot-9, with a size-13 shoe, looking like Bambi... We’re lucky we have him as a soccer player, so be happy with that."