Robbie Lyle: Sports Personality | Full Q&A at The Oxford Union

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    Robbie Lyle is the Founder and main Presenter of Arsenal Fan TV, a UA-cam channel which now has over one billion views and is aimed at airing the opinions of real fans. The channel rose to fame during a debate about the future of former manager Arséne Wenger in the 2016-17 season. Since then, he has hosted Channel 4’s The Real Football Fan Show, as well as appearing as the subject of the ITV documentary Robbie Lyle: Football Fans Under Their Skin, in which he discusses racism within football and the experiences of black football supporters.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 678

  • @AFTVmedia
    @AFTVmedia 2 роки тому +2033

    Thank you very much Oxford Union for this amazing opportunity. Hopefully I can see you guys again soon!

    • @billydolton7252
      @billydolton7252 2 роки тому +9

      @AFTV - get some of the regulars on Oxford Union ???

    • @billydolton7252
      @billydolton7252 2 роки тому +4

      @AFTV - please can u reply back to my UA-cam comments that i post in all of your channel videos ???

    • @sem8028
      @sem8028 2 роки тому +30

      someone whose had a massive influence on how social media in soccer relates with the fans - now even clubs are picking up the trait.Before we only got info from tv and radio sports related shows so you revolutionized media.Cheers Robbie see why you deserve the opportunity.

    • @Vincent-jr3tr
      @Vincent-jr3tr 2 роки тому +8

      robbie im so happy

    • @samo917
      @samo917 2 роки тому +5

      I think you earnt it bro!

  • @karljoshua3493
    @karljoshua3493 2 роки тому +607

    The Don magnanimously teaching at a struggling inner city school like Oxford - such humility!

    • @mcbold7967
      @mcbold7967 2 роки тому +7

      🤣😂😅🔥🎓📚

    • @jamesbond4810
      @jamesbond4810 2 роки тому +6

      I don't know which inner city college has a budget of over £2B/year😂😂

    • @karljoshua3493
      @karljoshua3493 2 роки тому +52

      @@jamesbond4810 Chump change for the Don, mate!

    • @Dylan-em1zc
      @Dylan-em1zc 2 роки тому +1

      lmao

    • @fonsos13
      @fonsos13 4 місяці тому

      😂

  • @jayjaydiamond4924
    @jayjaydiamond4924 2 роки тому +576

    As a Chelsea fan, I got to say massive respect to Rob, for what he has created. Plus, being a honoured guest speaker at Oxford Union. I hope you get more success in the future.

    • @Mike-kt4qh
      @Mike-kt4qh 2 роки тому +4

      Top man

    • @chrisb6296
      @chrisb6296 2 роки тому +3

      Robbie is a true man of the people (for the people)

    • @CEO786
      @CEO786 2 роки тому +1

      Chelscum

    • @jayjaydiamond4924
      @jayjaydiamond4924 2 роки тому +5

      @@CEO786"Hey Brains, did you come up with that slur all by yourself"? 🤣🤣🤣

    • @madaxwayne
      @madaxwayne 2 роки тому +5

      @@CEO786 we actually prefer chelski
      chelscum just doesnt have the same ring to it

  • @yewandeyo
    @yewandeyo 2 роки тому +613

    I still maintain that Robbie Lyle is vert very underrated. What he has done for football has meant that fans now have a say and can voice their opinions in ways they see fit. Think about allllllllll the fan channels for different teams around the world, they all have homage to pay to Robbie. And hearing him hear is amazing!!

    • @deljay1840
      @deljay1840 2 роки тому +3

      big facts

    • @knopHDTV
      @knopHDTV 2 роки тому +9

      You know you re a great dude when people banter arsenal all the time but everyone loves robbie ♥

    • @jamescarr4662
      @jamescarr4662 2 роки тому +2

      Oh my good god..This 'underrated' youtube comments section fetish is out of control...It's comical...

    • @alexbelotti1603
      @alexbelotti1603 2 роки тому

      Yeah troops and dt had a great say blud

    • @Matthew-bu7fg
      @Matthew-bu7fg 2 роки тому

      his channel has led to: death, abuse, threats and racism.
      Disgusting channel.

  • @blackmoney3333
    @blackmoney3333 2 роки тому +523

    I'm in tears mate . Long live Don Robbie

  • @briannolan9176
    @briannolan9176 2 роки тому +510

    Never thought I’d see Rob at Oxford. AFTV made me an Arsenal fan and it’s great to see him get a chance to talk in this setting.

    • @despisesimps5997
      @despisesimps5997 2 роки тому +7

      You're probably one of those new Arteta fans.. No wonder why the club has fallen..

    • @TommyDidads
      @TommyDidads 2 роки тому +47

      @@despisesimps5997 Yeah! We shouldn’t have any new fans. Just old ones! 🙄🤡

    • @doubledip93
      @doubledip93 2 роки тому +20

      @@despisesimps5997 I've supported arsenal since 97 and I back Arteta at the moment

    • @deldia
      @deldia 2 роки тому +7

      @@despisesimps5997 yeah that makes sense doesn’t it?

    • @anthonymcken6050
      @anthonymcken6050 2 роки тому +3

      They gave him the main hall as well wow! Only big named speakers get that.

  • @pescobar9296
    @pescobar9296 2 роки тому +71

    Robbie Lyle is AMAZING. His product is going to be a Billion pound asset. Especially because he is very smart about building a community.
    Well done Don Robbie.

    • @cliffdobbs2891
      @cliffdobbs2891 2 роки тому +1

      Fantastic Robbie big respect great achievement and plenty more for the future

  • @nath-wp7xp
    @nath-wp7xp 2 роки тому +192

    The size of this W for Oxford is huge.

  • @StylistecS
    @StylistecS 2 роки тому +69

    Wonderful that Robbie weathered that storm with a jealous few trying to end him a couple years back and since then, he has grown even more. I hope he continues to prosper and grow his brand.

    • @eddyvideostar
      @eddyvideostar 2 роки тому

      Dear Stylistecs: In what way did they try to "end him?" Please expound.

  • @101Jay
    @101Jay 2 роки тому +130

    Amazing to have Robbie on. A true pioneer, trailblazer & visionary. Keep up the hard work 🙌🏾

  • @Doverbeach32
    @Doverbeach32 2 роки тому +122

    Before AFTV fans did not have a voice or platform to express their views. With AFTV Robbie and his team have single handedly changed how fans around the world are able to interact with their chosen club. Arsenal Football Club have just returned from an extremely successful US tour, all three games were sold out and fan/club interaction was unprecedented. Without AFTV the fan base globally would not have the deep connection they have with the club as they do now. AFTV are global pioneers and are a voice for fans of every tongue and tribe all over the world. Robbie we salute you and wish you even more success.

    • @TommyDidads
      @TommyDidads 2 роки тому +3

      Hear hear 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

    • @Kabaselefh
      @Kabaselefh 2 роки тому +2

      Facts 👏🏿🙌🏾✊🏿

    • @deljay1840
      @deljay1840 2 роки тому +1

      big facts

    • @snkneo-geo933
      @snkneo-geo933 2 роки тому

      AFTV MADE ARSENAL A LAUGHING STOCK!!!

    • @Ayo.Ajisafe
      @Ayo.Ajisafe 2 роки тому

      Ever heard of Talk Sport? Football phone ins pre-date the internet. But kudos to AFTV.

  • @mrreality1187
    @mrreality1187 2 роки тому +77

    Well done Robbie good to see you get the platform and respect you deserve. You will go down as a true icon for not only the black community but for all who work hard to achieve great things in life!

  • @george22vify
    @george22vify 2 роки тому +36

    Goosebumps! Priceless words of a wisdom best said by a man, guaranteed to hit your soul. A legend in the flesh!

  • @williamcarter3933
    @williamcarter3933 2 роки тому +31

    What an absolute legend!

  • @TheLastSongbird124
    @TheLastSongbird124 2 роки тому +51

    Robbie is never arrogant or aggressive, he is a genuine nice guy and supporters of other teams have
    great respect for him and are very willing to talk to Robbie so rivalry is just that with Robbie, rivalry, not
    hatred or aggression and non Arsenal fans have great respect for Robbie cause he has respect for
    other teams and their fans and it works, brilliantly. good on ya Robbie (LFC fan).

  • @emilocfc3641
    @emilocfc3641 2 роки тому +27

    Im not even an Arsenal fan, but I really respect Robbie always fun, but also serious!

  • @Michael-cm5uf
    @Michael-cm5uf 2 роки тому +16

    I don't know and have never met Robbie personally but I'm so proud and happy for him for what he's achieved. His consistency like he said, his resilience, creativity are incredible

  • @Moonlightgraeme
    @Moonlightgraeme 2 роки тому +31

    I’m not an arsenal fan but we’ll done Robbie, fantastic achievement.

  • @agronbiba961
    @agronbiba961 2 роки тому +21

    Very well done Robbie!
    So so happy for you and AFTV!
    This is on a different level, very respectful intellectual level!
    Big big CONGRATULATIONS!
    I've been following AFTV from the very first days and I loved it from the first watch!
    This is our "The Arsenal" outside the football pitch!
    I wrote this and now I'm watching/listening with great interest!
    Robbie's success is AFTV's success and ultimately is our mutual success.... Success of our big Arsenal family ❤️
    I'm glad that destiny elected you (out of all possible) to be The Chosen One to represent us all fans of "The Arsenal".
    Very dissent, humble, intelligent, family man, great friend, great in handling defeat and success, socially aware, politically correct, great knowledge of Arsenal FC.... Could not have happened to a better man!
    You've made us all proud!
    Congratulations!
    Great benchmark for AFTV!
    Love it!

  • @diazromario7586
    @diazromario7586 2 роки тому +10

    After this heavy session, the university gave up ownership of the entire organisation to don Robbie. The don now owns oxford university. Also reports say they said to El donné himself, you have liberated us and we are honored to have heard you speak.

  • @danoku5582
    @danoku5582 2 роки тому +12

    Robbie has taking Arsenal to a greater height around the Universe. Welldone Robbie

  • @Kabaselefh
    @Kabaselefh 2 роки тому +20

    You made it bro, we are all proud of you ✊🏿 Don Robbie

  • @Lumina.Necreată
    @Lumina.Necreată 2 роки тому +5

    Don Robbie's made it to Oxford Union. Absolute legend.

  • @kanjilalkiriti
    @kanjilalkiriti 2 роки тому +6

    Robbie man you are something special. You democratized football opinions and football media. You forced Sky to acknowledge you and the fans. You created an entire genre of content on UA-cam. You are an all time great.

  • @Colonelboereieney
    @Colonelboereieney 2 роки тому +11

    Real entrepreneur saw a gap in the market for fans. Now everyone is following his blueprint. Legend.

    • @rocket9859
      @rocket9859 2 роки тому +1

      Spot on.
      The number of clones out there are getting ridiculous.

  • @george22vify
    @george22vify 2 роки тому +30

    This was incredible to listen to. He described every memory in such great detail for a few seconds I closed my eyes and could see his story as a movie.

  • @csandsoccer4660
    @csandsoccer4660 2 роки тому +12

    Just when I thought Robbie couldn’t get any bigger, this happens. This is just a whole new level of scenery… congrats and keep it up Robbie! Doing us Gunners proud 👏👏😎

  • @ronaldookpara644
    @ronaldookpara644 2 роки тому +27

    Don Robbie at Oxford

  • @yatesy117
    @yatesy117 2 роки тому +23

    Ty couldn't be there as we mustn't forget it's been raining...

  • @srobinson35
    @srobinson35 2 роки тому +8

    Spurs fan here but congratulations Robbie on this invite. Much respect to you!!

  • @petermadash4488
    @petermadash4488 2 роки тому +19

    The Don, surveying his vast empire... epic.

  • @rafanyu9240
    @rafanyu9240 2 роки тому +8

    Man like Robbie you know
    Don't know the guy but so pride of his journey and where he's at right now

  • @randalllewis6309
    @randalllewis6309 2 роки тому +4

    I am impressed with Oxford Union being able to land the Don. I am sure they are grateful to Robbie to set aside time to sit down with them , what a truly generous gesture.

  • @murp8839
    @murp8839 2 роки тому +10

    Congratulations to Oxford union for managing to acquire 58 minutes of the Dons time

  • @frantisekvtelensky820
    @frantisekvtelensky820 2 роки тому +18

    The Don at Oxford. You can't beat that! :)

  • @jonathankitonsa9346
    @jonathankitonsa9346 2 роки тому +6

    I had never imagined how much AFTV has elevated my love for Arsenal until now!

    • @irielion3748
      @irielion3748 2 роки тому

      You're kidding me? I like Robbie, like some elements of AFTV, but many elements / people / presenters / content is annoying. There is better content out there.

  • @jamal1493
    @jamal1493 2 роки тому +8

    Absolute legend

  • @reuelerastus-obilo9283
    @reuelerastus-obilo9283 2 роки тому +3

    Robbie you are a true inspiration to all of us. I've learned so much from you and I respect your energy and drove so damn much. That fact that you built AFTV THEN built DR Sports and allowed people to have other platforms off of you is just incredible. Long may it continue!

  • @Tommy-gm7uo
    @Tommy-gm7uo 2 роки тому +6

    Great interview. Despite all the critics that Robbie has from this time at AFTV, I never doubted that he wants to see Arsenal succeed
    Regarding out Top 4 miss last season, I personally think the young squad learned more from missing out than they would have if they got Top 4. Don't get me wrong I would have much preferred us get Top 4 but this hard lesson will do them well and now they are another season older. This new experience coupled with the fantastic well thought out signings we have made makes me full of confidence in Arsenal this season.

  • @FloydSchooledCanelo
    @FloydSchooledCanelo Рік тому +1

    How kind of the humble Don Robbie to take some time out of his busy schedule and spend time with us regular folk

  • @MarleneEllis1
    @MarleneEllis1 2 роки тому +5

    A true and beautiful trailblazer! You're a lesson in being who you are and doing what you love.

  • @bikramjitbiswas9478
    @bikramjitbiswas9478 2 роки тому +11

    i am chelsea fan)- but let me say this is incredible- claude would be smiling from the heavens -

  • @Malabus73
    @Malabus73 2 роки тому +2

    Who doesn't love Robbie, great guy.

  • @slinkiegirl2001
    @slinkiegirl2001 2 роки тому +4

    DON ROBBIE BEEN INVITED TO ELITE PLACES ROBBIE IS A LEGEND

  • @danielhatlang4206
    @danielhatlang4206 2 роки тому +14

    As a Chelsea fan, I really admire Robbie. Arsenal are very lucky to have him. He is the ultimate beacon of their fanbase.

  • @landoftheloops3
    @landoftheloops3 2 роки тому +4

    don robbie in his gucci suit and rolex watch. he told everyone his suit is from burton mens wear, humble as always!

  • @christophascherl5880
    @christophascherl5880 2 роки тому +6

    Seems like a really good guy. Happy for him.

  • @martinhill9261
    @martinhill9261 2 роки тому +2

    I met Robbie outside Wembley stadium two years ago when my team Harrogate Town won the National league play offs.A really lovely guy.

  • @RichardLegend81
    @RichardLegend81 2 роки тому +6

    Well Done Robbie. We are all proud of you

  • @keynesianeconomics4113
    @keynesianeconomics4113 2 роки тому +3

    Very gracious of the Don to give up his time for Oxford. A charitable man of the people!

  • @zfzt3064
    @zfzt3064 2 роки тому +7

    We are proud of you Robbie

  • @calevy100
    @calevy100 2 роки тому +4

    Well done Robbie. This is something to be proud of

  • @drinksnapple8997
    @drinksnapple8997 2 роки тому +9

    Atletico de Madrid fan. I got to say that I love watching Robbie's channel and respect tremendously his work in giving your every day fan (knowledgeable and idiot alike) a voice in the sport which they love.
    p.s. Check out Robbie in the suit!! Looking sharp!!!

  • @mrpotato442
    @mrpotato442 2 роки тому +2

    Robbie Lyle is now a "Sports Personality ". Delighted for him...have admired his business acumen and how he has held his own against the backlash from the establishment

  • @johngatome8581
    @johngatome8581 2 роки тому +2

    Respect for Robbie. Just goes to show how passion for what you love can create a super brand like AFTV

  • @sksohansanim602
    @sksohansanim602 2 роки тому +2

    From the Arsenal fans all over the world...we are proud of you don .

  • @DjMagicJay
    @DjMagicJay 2 роки тому +8

    I wish there were more deep into his music as he was a Jamaican Dancehall artist in the UK back in the late 80s / 90s 🇬🇧 😂

  • @bongumusazondi8098
    @bongumusazondi8098 2 роки тому +1

    Robbie, Liverpool fan here, Id like to congratulate you for what you have built. I think its safe to say it every football fans' dream to live off your favourite team. It's not even business, its a hobbie. I enjoy your shows, Biased Premier League Show and Invincible Podcast. Well done , wishing all the best for the future.

  • @archiet2205
    @archiet2205 2 роки тому +1

    I’m a spurs fan but Robbie is a living legend no matter what team u support

  • @PeacockRhino
    @PeacockRhino 2 роки тому +6

    From football Don to Oxford Don…. He’s created an entire movement of online fan channels so good luck to him even as a non Gooner.

  • @ziggi08able
    @ziggi08able 2 роки тому +3

    Yes Don. Haven't even watched it and I'm loving it already.

  • @Thomasccanada
    @Thomasccanada 2 роки тому +2

    as a saints fan i watch AFTV this man robbie is a scholar and a gent love all the content they put out

  • @Azabaxe80
    @Azabaxe80 2 роки тому +9

    Robbie in suit and tie. He may actually be more influential than Andrew Mangan, which is sort of unthinkable.

  • @Baz87100
    @Baz87100 2 роки тому +3

    There probably isn't many nicer people on the planet than Robbie.

  • @Themaskedtalker
    @Themaskedtalker 2 роки тому +2

    As a spurs fan I screamed "mama we made it." Well done Robbie

  • @StratsRUs
    @StratsRUs Рік тому

    Sir Robbie Lyle , King Of Everywhere

  • @danielmuliira5363
    @danielmuliira5363 8 місяців тому

    Love Robbie. Even though we lose a game I look forward to AFTV reactions. I just love those videos

  • @jusukallon721
    @jusukallon721 2 роки тому +5

    Robbie is a genius! Impressive endeavor.

  • @tseisapone5117
    @tseisapone5117 2 роки тому +9

    my favorite player after the invincivles is santiago Carzola

  • @user-uv6fz1he8y
    @user-uv6fz1he8y 2 роки тому +5

    Proud of you Robbie!

  • @Belgiangooner
    @Belgiangooner Рік тому

    So humble and kind that professor Lyle gives a free lecture for mankind

  • @2621270
    @2621270 2 роки тому

    love Robbie!! so happy for him, most genuine fan channel. from a Man Utd fan, our channels are so partisan

  • @vankai06
    @vankai06 2 роки тому +1

    United fan here. happy for him and AFTV

  • @icyBulls
    @icyBulls Рік тому

    The Don. The Myth. The Legend. Robbie Lyle

  • @TheOrdinary9
    @TheOrdinary9 2 роки тому +1

    So happy for Robbie - well done! #COYG

  • @alientube1984
    @alientube1984 2 роки тому

    One of few people who keeps getting more famous and everyone is happy for him. The way he has been dealing with fame is very unique! I'm an Arsenal fan because of him!

  • @johnwood5387
    @johnwood5387 2 роки тому +1

    I'm from Canada and love AFTV!

  • @tejaskanagal5224
    @tejaskanagal5224 2 роки тому +1

    "We are gonna do this" in Robbie's voice❤

  • @billwilliamdexter2300
    @billwilliamdexter2300 2 роки тому +2

    I love and respect Robbie Lyle for what he has done and has been doing for the best interest of soccer fans.This is a platform where soccer fans interest and passion has been transcended to another level where they came to realise that without their presence inclusively soccer as a game would be null and void.Thank you very much Robbie for this far sighted insight that you have created so that fans around the globe would grasp they are also an important part of this equation. Cheers...

  • @mitchelgreen891
    @mitchelgreen891 2 роки тому +2

    The FIRST guy who was given the mic did the Ty move right away I’m so dead 💀

  • @seanoneill7235
    @seanoneill7235 2 роки тому

    Maaaaan I remember Robbie when he first started the AFTV channel. Gave a voice to the fans, now speaking at Oxford. What a legend.

  • @SimonLX
    @SimonLX 2 роки тому +1

    Robbie looking sharp in that suit and talking eloquently about AFTV - It really has been influential, for good and bad, in the way fans have voices.

  • @michaelfarmhand
    @michaelfarmhand 2 роки тому

    Don Robbie, much respect from Lagos, Nigeria

  • @L-J-Pinnockle
    @L-J-Pinnockle 2 роки тому +4

    Big ups Robbie 👊🏿

  • @samueltunnicliffe7012
    @samueltunnicliffe7012 2 роки тому +9

    Oxford Don

  • @jago7349
    @jago7349 2 роки тому

    Props to this man, changed fan TV for life.

  • @DamianPratt
    @DamianPratt 2 роки тому +1

    The GOAT. Fan channel royalty.

  • @jordandavis3867
    @jordandavis3867 2 роки тому

    Robbie started the fan channel trend. He also started the live group watch along trend during games. Man is Iconic.

  • @george4vIogging
    @george4vIogging 2 роки тому +2

    Claude would be so proud !

  • @maxsheppy
    @maxsheppy 2 роки тому +1

    Class words by Don Robbie, love his mindset

  • @Xtremedia01
    @Xtremedia01 2 роки тому

    Man like Robbie!!

  • @DD-uc3ft
    @DD-uc3ft 2 роки тому +4

    Welldone Robbie. Nice to see your work being celebrated. You belong there💪🏾

  • @within_worlds_
    @within_worlds_ 2 роки тому

    His smile and laugh are so infectious! 😃😄

  • @didiotisi9042
    @didiotisi9042 2 роки тому

    Don Robbie… much love for all the work you and the team do! Consistency is key

  • @Adam-ir4ck
    @Adam-ir4ck 2 роки тому

    I'm a Man Utd fan but Robbie is a good guy

  • @rasgurumusik1315
    @rasgurumusik1315 2 роки тому +1

    Bless up robbie AFTV for ever

  • @certicurti
    @certicurti 2 роки тому

    Proud 🥲 what a legend DR is and an inspiration!

  • @rayandinho978
    @rayandinho978 2 роки тому

    Even though I am a spurs fan , I still respect robbie for the fact that he created a platform through which fans can give their opinions and ideas . Big up the don 👏 🙌 🔥

  • @rob3rt788
    @rob3rt788 2 роки тому +1

    Proud moment

  • @aegonbreakspear9102
    @aegonbreakspear9102 2 роки тому

    I love Robbie so much man... ❤️Arsenal