Bryan Robson

Former international football player, and manager, Bryan Robson is a legend of the game. Achieving unprecedented results as a midfielder for Manchester United, and countless promotions to the Premier League as a leader, Robson is one of best known names in football. Now retired, Robson remains heavily involved in the football industry and works extensively as an after dinner speaker, entertaining audiences who want the insider knowledge from such a formidable name in football.

As the longest serving captain for Manchester United, Robson led his team to achieve an unrivalled trophy cabinet, including two Premier League wins, three FA cup trophies, and a European Cup first place. For thirteen years, between 1981 and 1994, Robson made an impressive three hundred and forty five appearances for the side and made a long lasting impact and legacy at the club. As a formidable midfielder, Robson was called on to represent his country at ninety games throughout his career, making him the tenth most capped player in history and gaining him the captain's armband on over half of those occasions.

After retiring from professional play, Robson naturally transitioned into the managerial aspect of the game, thanks to his undeniable leadership and talent on the pitch. Robson was equally successful as manager and over the course of seventeen years he secured top results for the likes of Middlesbrough, Bradford City, Sheffield United, and went international as the manager of Thailand. Spending the most rewarding years of his managerial role at Middlesbrough, Robson achieved two promotions to the Premier League and three Wembley finals with the side.

With such an impressive track record, Robson was sought after for the position of Assistant Manager for England in 1994. With a career as illustrious as Robson, the football legend has been recognised for his dedication and impact on the sport with a number of awards. In 2011 he was named as the Greatest Ever Manchester United Player, a testament to his lasting impact on the team. In addition, Robson was also titled OBE in 1990, listed on the Football League 100 Legends and inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame in 2002, securing his position in history as a player.

If you are looking for a living legends of football, one of the most high profile players of the game and a formidable leader in the sport, look no further than Bryan Robson to provide an entertaining after dinner speech on his unrivalled career.