Biography
Who is Robin Roefs?
Early life and real name
Robin Gerardus Petrus Roefs was born on January 17, 2003, in Heeswijk-Dinther, Netherlands. He started his football path in the youth squads of VV Heeswijk before moving to NEC in 2014. During the 2021-22 season, he also helped train goalkeepers at VV Heeswijk.
Growing up in the Netherlands, Robin developed his skills as a goalkeeper through years of dedicated youth training and local club participation before breaking into professional football.
Club career highlights
In September 2023, Robin Roefs extended his contract with NEC until 2028. Later that same month, he made his professional debut in a 3-0 victory against Utrecht in the Eredivisie after coming on as a substitute for the injured Jasper Cillessen. The following week, he made his first start in a match against Vitesse. In May 2024, he hinted at a possible departure in search of more playing time.
On August 1, 2025, Premier League club Sunderland signed Robin on a five-year contract. He debuted in the opening match of the 2025-26 Premier League season, keeping a clean sheet in a 3-0 win over West Ham United on August 16. On January 10, 2026, he saved all three penalty kicks in a 3-0 shootout win against Everton in the FA Cup third round. His strong performances earned him Eredivisie Team of the Month honors in March 2025 and May 2025.
International career
On August 29, 2025, Robin received his first call-up to the senior Netherlands squad. He made his international debut on June 3, 2026, against Algeria in Rotterdam, replacing substitute goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen at half-time. During the match, he conceded a late goal as the team suffered a 0-1 loss.
Earlier, on May 27, 2026, Robin was officially named in the Netherlands squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking a major milestone in his international football career.
Birthday and age
Robin Roefs was born on January 17, 2003, which makes Robin 23 years old today. That birthday falls under the Capricorn sign. Robin shares the date with 61 other famous people.
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