Robert Eagle joined Norwich's Academy in January 2003 after being released by Ipswich who decided not to offer him a scholarship. Travelled up the A140 to Norwich where he joined the Canaries academy following a successful trial. He is a left winger but has played in a central midfield role. He became a full time scholar in July 2003

Robert was offered a professional contract by the Canaries in April 2006 and he made his professional debut on 19th September 2006, playing all 90 minutes in Norwich's 4-2 Carling Cup victory at Rotherham

Robert signed a one year extension to his contract, with a further year option in the club's favour, on 2nd April 2007.

Robert was given a one year contract in May 2008. Glenn Roeder said "“It's because I think he's not a bad player because technically he's gifted and I think with a full year's working with us and working in the gym with a specific strengthening programme - although I don't think he is going to grow much taller - I think we can make Robert stronger and that will help him. Left-footed footed players are quite rare and he has got a very nice left footy, quite cultured. He has earned the year with his attitude and his motivation to train and get another contract here and a couple of weeks ago his dream comes true.”