Robin Risser

Robin François Philippe Risser Birckel (; born 2 December 2004) is a French professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for club Lens and the France national team.

Early career Born in Colmar, Risser began his youth career at FC Bennwihr. He moved to SR Colmar in 2015 before joining Strasbourg in 2017.

Club career Strasbourg Risser was promoted to the first team of Strasbourg for the 2022–23 Ligue 2 season, being the third choice goalkeeper. He was chosen to be the first choice keeper of the team for the entire season. On 11 August 2023, he made his debut in the first league match of the season, keeping a clean sheet in a goalless draw against Rouen.

Red Star FC On 28 November 2024, Risser joins Ligue 2 club Red Star on loan.

RC Lens On 4 July 2025, Risser was transferred to Ligue 1 team Lens, signing a contract with the team until June 2030. As Lens' starter goalkeeper, Risser played an important role helping the team finish second in the 2025–26 Ligue 1. As the result, he was given the Goalkeeper of the Year award by UNFP and featured in Ligue 1 Team of the Year.

International career Risser represented France in several youth categories, including France U16, France U18 and France U19. In August 2023, he received his first call up with the France national under-21s. On 26 June 2024, he withdrew from the French squad for the 2024 Summer Olympics due to an elbow injury and was replaced by Théo De Percin.

On 14 May 2026, Risser received his first call-up to the France national team, being named in the 26-men squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Career statistics

Honours Lens Coupe de France: 2025–26 Trophée des Champions: 2026

Individual UNFP Ligue 1 Goalkeeper of the Year: 2025–26 UNFP Ligue 1 Team of the Year: 2025–26