[Albion] Michael Robinson

Cadiz Seagull

Grey bearded old man

Jul 7, 2003

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Between Haywards Heath and Trujillo, Extremadura,

• Dec 18, 2018

• #41

Cadiz Seagull said:

After he finished playing Michael had a successful career on TV; he was the Spanish TV equivalent of Desmond Lynam.

He was also a Director of Cadiz CF and I met him at a game when I was a season ticket holder there some years ago.

I'm not sure if he is still with the club but I have sent a copy of this thread to a friend of mine who is a Director with a request that he passes this thread on to Michael so he can see all the great messages we have all left and so he knows how well he is remembered by those of us lucky enough to have seen him play.

Get well soon Michael, it would be great to see you at the Amex one day!

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Ive heard back from my friend at Cadiz, Michael isn't currently actively involved with the club although he is very much still part of their extended family. My friend is passing this thread on to him so keep your memories and tributes coming! I'm sure Michael will see them at some point.

 

BUTTERBALL

East Stand Brighton Boyz

Jul 31, 2003

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• Dec 18, 2018

• #42

A top player, let's hope he can beat it.

 

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Brovion

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• Dec 18, 2018

• #43

Brovion said:

Great, great player for us. As others have said he didn't know the meaning of the term 'lost cause'. 100%, whole-hearted, committed, all those terms are true and more. Plus he wasn't just a big lump, he was genuinely skillful and it was no surprise when a big club (Liverpool) came in for him.

All the best, Robbo.

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Should have said 'another' big club as we got him from Man City. They signed him from Preston for what was, in 1979, a staggering fee of £.75 m (Yes, there is a decimal after the pound and before the seven!).

 

Taybha

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Oct 8, 2008

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• Dec 18, 2018

• #44

When I close my eyes at night he is the last thing I see , and when I open them he’s usually the first thing I see , a true gent and a top top player who never ever gave up on the pitch and will hopefully make a full recovery, bloody love this man .

 

Gregory2Smith1

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Sep 21, 2011

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Auch

• Dec 18, 2018

• #45

one of the best centre forwards we've ever had,if not the best

didn't he get the winner at WHL

actually one of my abiding memories of him is the hat-trick he scored for Liverpool at Upton Park

 

FamilyGuy

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Jul 8, 2003

2,384

Crawley

• Dec 18, 2018

• #46

melias shoes said:

Absolutely. Loved him when he played for us
Always gave 100%. He always chased down what would normally be considered a lost cause often succeeding. Best wishes Michael. You'll always be right up there as far as I'm concerned.

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Absolutely what he said!
I'm constantly amazed why in the 21st Century we can't cure this pernicious disease!

 

Icy Gull

Back on the rollercoaster

Jul 5, 2003

72,015

• Dec 18, 2018

• #47

Gregory2 said:

one of the best centre forwards we've ever had,if not the best

didn't he get the winner at WHL

actually one of my abiding memories of him is the hat-trick he scored for Liverpool at Upton Park

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He did indeed and I was there to see it on a memorable afternoon

 

Miami Seagull

Grandad

Jul 12, 2003

1,464

Miami Florida, USA

• Dec 18, 2018

• #48

Great, great player, the 4th goal against Man City in the FA Cup run in '83 just summed him up. Hope he recovers fully and quickly.

 

Two Professors

Two Mad Professors

Jul 13, 2009

7,617

Multicultural Brum

• Dec 18, 2018

• #49

Very good luck to you,Michael.

 

melias shoes

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Oct 14, 2010

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• Dec 18, 2018

• #50

Gregory2 said:

one of the best centre forwards we've ever had,if not the best

didn't he get the winner at WHL

actually one of my abiding memories of him is the hat-trick he scored for Liverpool at Upton Park

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Yes he did and what a day that turned out to be. Packed White Hart Lane with them anticipating going top of Division 1 (that's the premier league now youngsters!)and we beat them 1-0. I remember the away end being open to home fans and a few of them got in amongst us. Nothing much happened mind. Then the walk to seven sisters. Not to mention the tube ride and getting through to Victoria station.
Going to the ground was just as eventful IRA was very active back then and we had to get off a couple of tube rides because of bomb scares. Also we had been in the Wimpey burger shop and on the Monday it was blown up by a bomb. I think the bomb disposal officer died whilst trying to diffuse it.

 

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Smith DID score

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Apr 25, 2009

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Worthing

• Dec 18, 2018

• #51

My absolute favourite Brighton player - in fact make that any player - to actually pay and watch.

Always 100% committed to the cause.

My thoughts are with him and his family.

 

The Large One

Who's Next?

Jul 7, 2003

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• Dec 18, 2018

• Thread starter
• #52

Additionally to Robinson's talents, he also dubbed the part of one of the ugly sisters in the Spanish versions of the Shrek films.

True that.

 

Cheshire Cat

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• Dec 18, 2018

• #53

Liverpool Echo report made it sound very bad indeed.

"The 60-year-old also recalled the shocking moment the specialist who examined him, delivered the news.
He added: “(I was told) Michael you've got cancer, a bad one, of the sort that are not curable."

 

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Henfield One

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Aug 5, 2003

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• Dec 18, 2018

• #54

One of my all time favourite Albion players - who can forget the chant 'Micky' by Toni Basil! - Michael always chased seemingly lost causes, was always passionate, and loved the fans just as we loved him. I remember going to Anfield the day before his first match for Liverpool at the start of his first season, caught sight of him as the coach was leaving and he gave me a typical MR smile when he saw my Brighton scarf. If anyone can beat the C, Michael can. Top top chap - we are all right with you Robbo. Keep battling all the way. A true Seagull.

 

Harry Wilson's tackle

Harry Wilson's Tackle

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Oct 8, 2003

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• Dec 18, 2018

• #55

Cadiz Seagull said:

After he finished playing Michael had a successful career on TV; he was the Spanish TV equivalent of Desmond Lynam.

He was also a Director of Cadiz CF and I met him at a game when I was a season ticket holder there some years ago.

I'm not sure if he is still with the club but I have sent a copy of this thread to a friend of mine who is a Director with a request that he passes this thread on to Michael so he can see all the great messages we have all left and so he knows how well he is remembered by those of us lucky enough to have seen him play.

Get well soon Michael, it would be great to see you at the Amex one day!

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Top work!!! All the best Robbo.

 

Dinner with Gotsmanov

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• Dec 18, 2018

• #56

I recall a game against Watford around Christmas '82 when he stuck the nut on their 'keeper, Steve Sherwood but was only booked for it. The good old days........

Good luck Robbo, hope and pray you recover.

 

Algernon

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Newmarket.

• Dec 18, 2018

• #57

Heroes get remembered, legends never die, so you'll beat this Robbo.