Miles Robinson Becomes First FC Cincinnati Player to Compete at the Olympics

An FC Cincinnati player will soon be competing on the biggest stage for athletes in the world.

In a press release on Monday, FC Cincinnati announced that defender Miles Robinson has been named to the U.S. roster for the Paris 2024 Olympics. According to the release, Robinson is the first player in FC Cincinnati's history to compete at the Olympics.

Robinson has been named as one of three available overage players on the roster for the Men's U.S. soccer team. Currently, players have to be 23 years old or younger to compete on a U.S. Olympic soccer team. At 27 years old, Robinson is one of only three players on the team over the age requirement.

Robinson made his Major League Soccer debut in 2018 as a defender for Atlanta United. He proved to be a breakout player for the team, even making club history for the most minutes played by an outfield player in a single season. Robinson has also played on the United States men's national soccer team and has been named as a finalist for MLS defender of the year.

In January of 2024, Robinson signed as a free agent with FC Cincinnati on a one-year deal. During his short time with FCC, Robinson has helped create a strong defense for the team, enabling FC Cincinnati to concede the fourth-fewest goals in the league.

The U.S. Men's Olympic Soccer Team has not played at the Olympics since 2008. Their first game back at the Olympics will take place on July 24 against host nation France at the Stade de Marseille.


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