Robin Jansson retirement from professional football, Digi Mart USA News: Robin Jansson has announced his retirement from professional football after eight seasons with Orlando City, according to a post he shared on Instagram. The former defender had been part of AIK’s Swedish championship team in 2018.
Jansson joined AIK from Oddevold ahead of the 2018 season and became an important part of the club’s central defensive trio. After winning the Swedish championship, he left for the United States to join Orlando City.
He has played for Orlando City since 2019, making eight seasons with the club. Jansson has made more appearances and played more minutes than any other player in the club’s history, and he also leads the club’s all-time list for starts.
In his statement, Jansson said he was proud to have been part of raising the bar and building something special with Orlando City. He reflected on his time at the club and thanked supporters for their backing through both good and difficult moments.
During his time in Orlando, the club reached its first MLS playoffs and has since qualified for seven consecutive postseasons, beginning in 2020. In 2022, the club won its first title, the U.S.
Open Cup. Jansson has served as captain since 2024.
Jansson said he has been dealing with a foot problem during the season and is therefore ending his contract with Orlando early. He made 263 appearances for the club and scored seven goals.
