Robinho Junior makes Serie A debut at 18, following in famous father’s footsteps

Genoa gave a special Serie A debut to Robinho Junior this evening, the teenage son…

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Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 8:47 PM

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Robinho Junior made his Serie A debut for Genoa at age 18 during a 2-0 defeat to Roma.
The forward joined Genoa on loan on deadline day with a purchase option worth around €8 million.
His father Robinho previously debuted in Serie A for Milan in 2010 during a 2-0 loss against Cesena.

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Eighteen-year-old Robinho Junior made his Serie A debut for Genoa in a 2-0 defeat against Roma at the Stadio Olimpico. The teenager came off the bench in the final minutes under manager Daniele De Rossi, following in the footsteps of his father, former Brazil, Real Madrid, Manchester City, and Milan striker Robinho.

Robinho Junior joined Genoa on deadline day on a loan deal that includes an option to buy for approximately €8 million. He earned his senior call-up after recording three goals and an assist in three Primavera youth appearances.

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