Towards the end of the 2021-22 season, Zach Robinson appeared poised to follow in the footsteps of fellow AFC Wimbledon academy graduates Ayoub Assal and Jack Rudoni, establishing himself in the first team.
Given an opportunity by then-manager Mark Bowen to lead the line for a struggling Wimbledon side, Robinson, then 19 years old, made an impact by assisting in an away match against Sheffield Wednesday and scoring his first senior goal against Charlton at Plough Lane.
However, his promising start was cut short due to a hamstring injury suffered in a 1-1 draw with Milton Keynes, which ruled him out for the remainder of the season as Wimbledon was relegated to League Two.
Reflecting on his time with the first team, Robinson expressed fond memories of the experience, despite its premature end. He highlighted the camaraderie within the team and the significance of his contributions, particularly his first senior goal scored at Plough Lane and the opportunity to play at Hillsborough.
Robinson’s injury disrupted what could have been a breakthrough season for him, but he remains proud of his achievements and the moments he shared with his teammates.
After signing a new deal with AFC Wimbledon following the appointment of Johnnie Jackson, Zach Robinson spent the entirety of his two-year contract away from the club, continuing his development with Dundee in Scotland.
Joining Dundee at the beginning of the 2022-23 season under former Blackpool manager Gary Bowyer, Robinson flourished, recording 18 goal contributions across all competitions as Dundee lifted the Scottish Championship title and secured promotion to the top flight.
Reflecting on his time with Dundee, Robinson credited manager Bowyer for his role in his development, highlighting the manager’s focus on improving his game and helping him adapt to playing at a consistent level.
Despite the challenges of moving away from home, Robinson found support from teammates from England, which eased his transition. Adapting to a new environment and different accents, Robinson embraced the opportunity to grow as a player and had a successful season with Dundee.