How old is Bryan Robson? Learn his age, net worth, career stats and other details

How old is Bryan Robson? Learn his age, net worth, career stats and other details

Grace Waruguru
updated at January 18, 2024 at 4:05 PM
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How old is Bryan Robson? The Manchester United legend is remembered for his impact on and off the pitch and his impeccable skill as a player. The former English midfielder turned football manager had a prosperous professional career that saw him bag numerous accolades and titles. This article covers his age, career milestones, and other life details.

How old is Bryan Robson?
Bryan Robson is a retired midfielder who played for Manchester United from 1981 to 1994. Photo: Gareth Copley (Modified by author)
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Bryan Robson was voted the best Manchester United player in 2011. He joined the English franchise as a player, then transitioned into a manager and ambassador. His incredible contribution to the sport has earned him a Hall of Fame induction and an MBE. How old is Bryan Robson? Keep scrolling to find out.

Bryan Robson's profile summary

Full name

Bryan Robson

Age

67 years old (As of 2024)

Date of birth

January 11, 1957

Place of birth

Chester-le-Street, England

Nationality

English

Nickname

Robo, Captain Marvel

Parents

Brian and Maureen Robson

Siblings

Susan, Justin, Gary

Marital status

Married

Partner

Denise Brindley

Children

Charlotte Robson, Ben Robson, Claire Robson

Height

5 feet, 9 inches

Education

Lord Lawson of Beamish Comprehensive School

Profession

Professional football player

Position

Midfielder

Social media

Instagram

How old is Bryan Robson?

Bryan Robson (aged 67 years old in 2024) was born on January 11, 1957, in Chester-le-Street, England. 'Robo,' or 'Captain Marvel' as popularly known, is one of the best English footballers in the scene who played for various clubs and his country's national team.

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Bryan Robson scored 99 goals for Manchester United. Photo: Paul Cooper (Modified by author)
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Bryan Robson's parents

Robson is the second-born child of Brian and Maureen Robson. He grew up alongside three siblings: Susan, Justin, and Gary, some of whom are footballers. His father was a long-distance lorry driver, but the details of his mother are not public.

Education

Bryan studied at the Birtley South Secondary Modern School and the Lord Lawson Beamish Comprehensive School. He was an active athlete and football player during his school years and served as the captain of the school's football team and the Washington and District team. Toward the end of his education, he took up a two-year apprenticeship under Donald Howe, the West Bromwich Albion manager.

Career

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Bryan Robson looks on during Soccer Aid for Unicef 2023 at Old Trafford on June 11, 2023, in Manchester, England. Photo: Matt McNulty (Modified by author)
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Robson signed his first professional contract with Everton in 1974, where he joined the reserve team. He later joined Albion's senior team and debuted in 1975 at 18. He played several positions, including centre-half, left-back, and midfield.

The English player spent most of his career with Manchester United (1981-1994). He also played for the England national team from 1979 to 1991 and Middlesbrough from 1994 to 1997. Bryan was named one of West Bromwich Albion's 16 greatest players in a 2004 poll as part of the team's 125-year celebration.

How good was Bryan Robson? He captained the England national team 65 times out of 90 appearances. Bryan is the sixth most-capped team player of all time and has the eleventh-highest goal-scoring tally (26). Additionally, the athlete was the longest-serving captain in Manchester United's history, and he earned several titles and honours, including:

  • 2 Premier League cups (1992/1993, 1993/1994)
  • 3 FA Cups (1983, 1985, 1990)
  • 1 League Cup (1992)
  • 2 FA Charity Shields (1983, 1993)
  • FWA (Football Writers Association) Tribute Award (2006)

How old was Bryan Robson when he left Manchester United?

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Bryan Robson at a press conference to announce a club partnership with Marathonbet at Old Trafford on August 11, 2015, in Manchester, England. Photo: Tom Purslow (Modified by author)
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Robson made about 500 appearances for the Red Devils and scored 99 goals, according to khelnow.com. He left the club in May 1994 when he became a player-manager for Middlesbrough. He was 37 years old at the time. Bryan Robson's jersey was number 7.

Alex Ferguson on Bryan Robson

Alex Ferguson and Robson worked together at Manchester United, winning six trophies, including the 1990 FA Cup, the 1992 League Cup, and the 1991 Cup Winners' Cup at Old Trafford. Ferguson picked Bryan as the best captain the club has seen. In a statement, Alex said,

Well, he was easily the best captain I had. I think over the period he was at United, he was the best player. The players loved him. They responded to him, and he was the longest-serving captain in my time anyway.
It's difficult for a captain because sometimes he has to tell the truth to players, you know? The encouragement he's got to give them sometimes can be quite volatile, and he was like that, but the players did love him. They appreciated the time he took on them, and another thing, he's the only captain I knew who could make a decision on the pitch. He didn't need to look over to me.

Bryan Robson and Roy Keane served as Manchester United coaches, and netizens have debated on who among them was better for the team.

Bryan Robson's coaching career

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The English midfielder made history when he signed his Manchester United contract on the Old Trafford pitch. Photo: Paul Cooper (Modified by author)
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After a successful 20-year playing career, Robson transitioned to football management. He started as a player-manager at Middlesbrough from 1994 to 2001. From 2003 to 2004, he served as the Bradford City manager before moving to Sheffield United from 2007 to 2008. The father of three also coached the Thailand national team from 2009 to 2011.

Bryan Robson's net worth

Bryan made a name for himself in the football scene and earned tons of money thanks to his profession. According to several online sources, Robson is worth approximately $35 million.

Bryan's historic transfer to Manchester United in 1981 was worth £1.5 million. The contract was signed at the Old Trafford stadium before over 47,000 fans. Robson held this transfer record for six years. Later in his career, Robson ventured into media.

Frequently asked questions

Robson's fame increased when he was awarded the OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) in the 1990 Queen's New Years Honours List for his services to Association Football. These are the most popular questions about him:

Who is Bryan Robson's wife?

The retired midfielder is married to Denise Brindley. The couple married on June 2, 1979, and have three children: Claire (born on September 17, 1980), Charlotte (born on June 17, 1982), and Bryan Robson's son, Ben (born September 2, 1988).

What is Bryan Robson doing now?

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Bryan Robson looks on before the Pre-Season match between Manchester United and Crystal Palace on July 19, 2022, in Melbourne, Australia. Photo: Graham Denholm (Modified by author)
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Bryan is a master of several trades and ventured into other sports-related roles. He started serving as a Manchester United global ambassador in 2010. In 2017, the player released his autobiography Robbo: My Autobiography, detailing his journey as a football professional. The retiree is also a philanthropist who supports several charitable causes.

Final word

How old is Bryan Robson? At 67, the football icon has played an integral role in shaping the teams he has been part of. The world will wait to see what the seemingly adventurous athlete will be up to in years to come.

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Grace Waruguru
Grace has over 4 years of experience in article writing and digital media content creation for various local and global brands. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Communication (Public Relations) from Daystar University, Kenya.