Miles Robinson
USA
CincinnatiCB
Controlled Centre Back
Mar 14, 1997 (29)
Right
6'2"
185 lb
USAPlays 45 minutes in victory
Robinson (undisclosed) played 45 minutes in Sunday's 3-2 victory against Senegal, confirming his recovery from the knock that forced him off at halftime of FC Cincinnati's draw against San Diego, the USMNT posted.
Analysis: Robinson had been withdrawn as a precaution in that MLS fixture, but his extended run-out against Senegal is a clean bill of health heading into the World Cup. The center-back is expected to be an important defensive figure for the USMNT on home soil, and coach Mauricio Pochettino will be relieved to have him fit and building match sharpness ahead of what promises to be a highly competitive tournament for the hosts.
On bench to face Charlotte
Robinson (leg) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Charlotte.
Analysis: Robinson will be available if required as a substitute following his return to training earlier this week. The central man had previously started in each of his six matches played this year, recording 24 clearances and earning one clean sheet over that span. He's a strong candidate to take a spot in the back line from either Andrei Chirila or Nick Hagglund at some point.
Trains Tuesday
Robinson (leg) is back in training, according to Laurel Pfahler of The Queen City Press.
Analysis: Robinson is trending towards being an option next contest as the defender has worked his way back into the group for training. This is major news for the club, as his return would secure their backline, as he is a regular starter. However, in his six starts this season, he has only featured in one clean sheet.
Unlikely for Saturday
Robinson (leg) is unlikely for Saturday's match against the New York Red Bulls, according to Laurel Pfahler of the Queen City Press.
Analysis: Robinson has been dealing with a leg injury and is likely to miss the call, just another name the club is missing in the defense. This is rough for the club as they seemingly have lost all their starting defenders to begin the season, although some could return soon. Either way, Gilberto Flores, Kyle Smith and Andrei Chirila will likely start in the defense.
Questionable again
Robinson is questionable for the upcoming match at New York City FC with a leg injury, according to the MLS injury report.
Analysis: Robinson's status is uncertain right after he bounced back from a groin issue and had a decent defensive outing Saturday against Chicago. If he is unable to play, Nick Hagglund will continue to start, and Alvas Powell may move into a greater role given that Matt Miazga (leg) is also unavailable. Robinson has been a solid defender for the team this season, with 24 clearances and eight tackles in six appearances, so his potential absence would be a concern for the team's defense.
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