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author avatar Robbie Lacky
Robbie is Sports Brackets' dedicated soccer expert and biggest fútbol fan, covering the Premier League, Bundesliga, La Liga, and global leagues with schedules, brackets, and analysis. Based in Sydney, Australia, he also loves rugby and is exploring the NFL. Passionate, reliable insights for football fans everywhere.
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Robbie is the latest addition to the Sports Brackets team, serving as our resident soccer (football) expert and biggest enthusiast. He's 110% dedicated to professional fútbol coverage on the site, delivering in-depth insights, schedules, fixtures, standings, and printable brackets for fans worldwide. From the high-stakes drama of the English Premier League to the tactical battles in the Bundesliga, the flair of La Liga, Serie A, Ligue 1, and every major league in between—including international tournaments like the Champions League, World Cup qualifiers, and more. Robbie covers it all with passion and precision. His breakdowns help fans stay on top of transfers, match previews, playoff paths, and bracket predictions. Based in Sydney, Australia (making him our only staff member Down Under), Robbie brings a unique global perspective shaped by the vibrant soccer scene there, while also being a huge rugby fan, cheering for both rugby union and league in the Southern Hemisphere's intense competitions. He's currently diving deeper into the NFL, learning the intricacies of American football to expand his coverage and bring fresh cross-sport insights. At Sports Brackets, Robbie focuses on making international football accessible and exciting, with reliable analysis, up-to-date schedules, and fan-friendly brackets you can trust. Connect with him on social media or drop a comment. He loves discussing derbies, title races, and debating the best leagues!
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Robbie Lacky Author
Robbie is Sports Brackets' dedicated soccer expert and biggest fútbol fan, covering the Premier League, Bundesliga, La Liga, and global leagues with schedules, brackets, and analysis. Based in Sydney, Australia, he also loves rugby and is exploring the NFL. Passionate, reliable insights for football fans everywhere.