Matthew Robbins (footballer)

Matthew Robbins (born 8 May 1977) is a former Australian rules footballer who played with both Geelong and the Western Bulldogs in the AFL.

He developed into an elite small forward option for the Bulldogs, and in 2005 took a one handed mark against the Brisbane Lions in Round 18 which was one of the spectacular highlights of the AFL in the 21st century.

Robbins kicked 45 goals in 2006 as a small forward, and in 2007 fell out of favour with the coaching staff and managed only a handful of senior games.

By falling out of form and out of favour with the coaching staff Robbins was compelled to announce his retirement following the end of the 2007 season.

At the conclusion of the match, both Robbins and Darcy were chaired from the ground and given a guard of honour from both teams.