Joel Robles is a Spanish association football player known for his role as a goalkeeper.
He played for Atlético Madrid from 2010 to 2013, making his La Liga debut in 2010.
Robles had a loan spell at Rayo Vallecano in 2012, where he gained valuable first-team experience.
Biography
Early Life
Joel Robles Blázquez was born in Leganés, Madrid, and began his football journey at a young age. He initially developed his skills at Getafe before joining Atlético Madrid's youth academy in 2005, where he honed his abilities as a goalkeeper.
Career
Robles made his professional debut with Atlético Madrid in the 2009-10 season, where he played for the reserve team before stepping up to the first team. His La Liga debut came on May 8, 2010, in a match against Sporting de Gijón, where he was thrust into action due to injuries to other players. Over the years, he had various loan spells, including a notable stint at Rayo Vallecano in 2012, where he gained valuable first-team experience. In 2013, he signed with Everton F.C., where he played until 2018. After his time in England, he joined Real Betis Balompié, contributing to the team's success, including winning the Copa del Rey in the 2021-22 season.
Robles has also represented Spain at various youth levels, including the under-16, under-17, under-19, under-21, and under-23 teams, showcasing his talent on the international stage. He was part of the Spain U21 squad that won the UEFA European Under-21 Championship in 2013.
Legacy
Throughout his career, Joel Robles has been recognized for his contributions to his teams, winning several honors, including the UEFA Europa League and UEFA Super Cup with Atlético Madrid, and the FA Cup with Wigan Athletic. His journey reflects a dedicated professional who has made significant strides in both club and international football.
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Career & Clubs
Atlético Madrid
Born in Leganés, Madrid, Robles is a youth product of Getafe, joining neighbouring Atlético Madrid in 2005 to finish his development. He spent his first professional season, (2009–10), with the reserve side in Segunda División B and, on 27 December 2009, signed his first professional contract, running until June 2014. On 8 May 2010, Robles made his La Liga debut in a 1–1 away draw against Sporting de Gijón: starter David de Gea (another Atlético youth graduate) was being rested for the UEFA Europa League final, and his replacement, Sergio Asenjo, suffered a severe knee injury after only ten minutes. As a result of Asenjo's injury Robles took his place on the bench for the UEFA Europa League final as Atletico defeated Fulham. In the 2010–11 campaign, Robles acted mostly as backup, particularly after Asenjo left in January 2011 to join Málaga on loan, only to be again seriously injured in the process. After De Gea was signed by Manchester United in the off-season, Robles was made first-choice by newly appointed manager Gregorio Manzano, but he lost his position after only three official games to the Belgian Thibaut Courtois, on loan from Chelsea. On 31 January 2012, Robles was loaned to neighbouring Rayo Vallecano – also in the top division – who had lost first-choice keeper Dani Giménez to injury. He played his first game five days later in a 2–1 away win against Real Zaragoza.
Wigan Athletic
Robles was loaned again in the 2013 winter…
- Club
- Everton F.C. (2013–2018)
- Club
- Atlético Madrid C (2008–2009)
- Club
- Atlético Madrid B (2009–2010)
- Club
- Atlético Madrid (2010–2013)
- Club
- Rayo Vallecano (2012–2012)
- Club
- Spain national under-16 association football team (2005–2005)
- Club
- Spain national under-17 association football team (2006–2006)
- Club
- Spain national under-21 association football team (2011–2013)
- Club
- Spain national under-23 football team (2012–2012)
- Club
- Spain national under-19 football team (2010–2011)
- Club
- Real Betis Balompié (2018–)
- Club
- Wigan Athletic F.C.
- League
- Premier League
- National team
- Spain
Legacy
Atlético Madrid
UEFA Europa League: 2009–10 UEFA Super Cup: 2010 Copa del Rey runner-up: 2009–10 Wigan Athletic
FA Cup: 2012–13 Real Betis
Copa del Rey: 2021–22 Al-Qadsiah
Saudi First Division League: 2023–24 Spain U21
UEFA European Under-21 Championship: 2013
Clubs
- Real Betis Balompié2018current
- Wigan Athletic F.C.current
- Spain national under-16 association football team2005–2005
- Spain national under-17 association football team2006–2006
- Atlético Madrid C2008–2009
- Atlético Madrid B2009–2010
- Atlético Madrid2010–2013
- Spain national under-19 football team2010–2011
- Spain national under-21 association football team2011–2013
- Rayo Vallecano2012–2012
- Spain national under-23 football team2012–2012
- Everton F.C.2013–2018
Played together with
Aaron LennonEverton F.C. · 2015–2015- Aaron LennonEverton F.C. · 2015–2018
Aaron SinclairWigan Athletic F.C. · 2014–2015
Aarón MartínSpain national under-21 association football team
Aarón ÑíguezSpain national under-16 association football team · 2004–2005- Aarón ÑíguezSpain national under-17 association football team · 2005–2006
- Aarón ÑíguezSpain national under-19 football team · 2006–2008
- Aarón ÑíguezSpain national under-21 association football team · 2008–2009
- Abass LawallAtlético Madrid · 2000–2001
- Abass LawallAtlético Madrid B · 1997–2000
Abde EzzalzouliReal Betis Balompié · 2023- Abdelkader OueslatiAtlético Madrid · 2012–2015
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Joel Robles Blázquez is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Primeira Liga club Estoril.
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