Robinson Sets the Tone for Fulham's Closing Run
Fulham's ambitions have shifted higher this season, and nobody embodies that hunger more than Antonee Robinson. In a recent sit-down, Robinson, firmly established on the left side of Fulham's defense, made it clear: this team isn't content with just a safe finish. They're gunning for Europe, and he's not hiding the pressure felt in the dressing room. 'It's about changing the record,' Robinson insisted, nodding to seasons where Fulham's spring promise faded down the stretch.
Most fans remember past campaigns where Fulham showed flashes of potential, only for inconsistency to creep in. Robinson is tired of that storyline. He's looking at the remaining Premier League fixtures as more than just a formality. Every point, he said, is 'crucial', especially with the club tucked right inside the tense cluster of teams battling for a coveted European spot—as close as it’s been in years for Craven Cottage.
Chasing Europe: The Grind and the Grit
So, what's different this time? Robinson believes the shift comes down to mentality. Training has ramped up an extra notch, and the squad, from veterans to newcomers, is 'laser-focused'. He credits the manager's approach too, hinting at tactical tweaks in recent games. There's more fluidity in their play, and defensively, the side is more disciplined, traits that keep them in tight contests and capable of snatching results in games where the margins are razor-thin.
He also emphasized how every player—starters and subs—knows their role as Fulham fights for every ball, every minute. The team's resilience in tricky fixtures has been tested. Take those recent gritty matches, where Fulham managed to grind out results late, even when odds were stacked against them. This character, Robinson believes, is what separates a mid-table finish from a European adventure.
- Fulham sits within reach of Europa League qualification, a real shot if form holds up.
- Injury setbacks haven't derailed their campaign—squad unity remains a theme.
- Managerial decisions, from timely substitutions to formation shifts, show a club willing to adapt.
- Robinson’s own form has been steady, leading by example during both rough patches and winning streaks.
Of course, the mood in training has shifted from anxiety to anticipation. Players are eyeing records, stats, but most importantly, the table's top places. Robinson summed it up: 'We've learned not to look too far ahead, but we know what’s at stake.' That clarity, that drive—it's infectious. Fulham supporters are dare-to-dream mode now, hoping they’ll see their club on a continental stage next season.
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