Tag: Brian Clough


  • ‘Give it to Robbo’ — the unassuming genius who sparked Forest’s glory years

    ‘Give it to Robbo’ — the unassuming genius who sparked Forest’s glory years

    Introduction: a whisper that changed a club When fans recount Nottingham Forest’s most electrifying era, one phrase often surfaces before the names of Clough and the league titles: “Give it to Robbo.” It wasn’t a battle cry for a flamboyant superstar; it was a simple instruction that captured the essence of the club’s peak years.…

  • “Give it to Robbo”: The Unassuming Genius Who Sparked Nottingham Forest’s Glory Years

    “Give it to Robbo”: The Unassuming Genius Who Sparked Nottingham Forest’s Glory Years

    Introduction: The man behind Forest’s golden era Nottingham Forest’s most celebrated era is inseparable from the name John Robertson. Known affectionately as “Robbo,” the Scottish winger was more than a fan favorite; he was the spark that helped transform Brian Clough’s ambitious project into a trophy-laden reality. When fans heard the rallying cry, “Give it…

  • “Give it to Robbo”: The Unassuming Genius Who Sparked Forest’s Glory Years

    “Give it to Robbo”: The Unassuming Genius Who Sparked Forest’s Glory Years

    Introduction: The man behind the legend In the annals of English football, few serve as a suffocating reminder of how one player’s instinctive brilliance can reshape an entire club’s destiny. “Give it to Robbo” wasn’t just a shouted directive from a fan; it was a creed that summed up the relationship between Nottingham Forest and…

  • John Robertson, Nottingham Forest and Scotland Legend, Dies at 72

    John Robertson, Nottingham Forest and Scotland Legend, Dies at 72

    Tributes pour in for a Nottingham Forest icon John Robertson, the enduring symbol of Nottingham Forest’s golden era and a beloved figure in Scottish football, has died at the age of 72. The news marks the passing of a player who helped redefine what a winger could achieve and who remains a touchstone for fans…

  • John Robertson: Nottingham Forest and Scotland Legend Dies at 72

    John Robertson: Nottingham Forest and Scotland Legend Dies at 72

    Tribute to a Nottingham Forest icon John Robertson, the Scottish football legend whose name is etched into the annals of both Nottingham Forest and Scotland, has died at the age of 72. His passing closes a remarkable chapter in a career defined by blistering pace, precise finishing, and a relentless will to win. Robertson’s contributions…

  • John Robertson: Forest and Scotland Legend Dies at 72

    John Robertson: Forest and Scotland Legend Dies at 72

    Tributes paid to John Robertson, Nottingham Forest and Scotland icon The football world is mourning the loss of John Robertson, the celebrated winger whose artistry and tireless work rate helped Nottingham Forest redefine itself in the 1970s. Robertson, a key figure in the club’s most successful era, died aged 72, leaving behind a rich legacy…