US EditionJohn Robertson, two-time European Cup winner with Nottingham Forest, dies at 72
John Robertson, Nottingham Forest's double European Cup winner and Scotland international, died at 72; he made over 500 appearances and scored 95 goals for Forest.
- John Robertson, a two-time European Cup winner with Nottingham Forest, has passed away at 72, announced by the club.
- Robertson was integral in Nottingham Forest's victories in the European Cup in 1979 and 1980, providing key plays during both matches.
- He won 28 caps for Scotland and played in the 1982 World Cup, becoming a cult hero at Nottingham Forest.
- Robertson is survived by his daughter Elisabeth, his second wife Sharyl, and their children, Andrew and Mark.
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In the jersey of Nottingham Forest, John Robertson spent magical nights – especially in the European Cup. His victory goal against the Hamburg SV in the 1980 final remains unforgettable. Now the football legend died after a long illness.
Scottish football legend John Robertson dies at 72
Former Scotland winger John Robertson, called both "the Picasso of our game" and "our fat little guy" by manager Brian Clough, has died aged 72, Nottingham Forest said on Thursday. "We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Nottingham Forest legend and dear friend, John Robertson," said the club statement. "A true great of our club and a double European Cup winner, John's unrivalled talent, humility and unwavering devotion to Nottingham Fore…
On Christmas Day, the football world was shocked by tragic news - the legendary Scottish footballer John Robertson, who went down in history as the "Picasso of football", died.
Former Scottish footballer John Robertson has died. He was 72. “Rest in peace Robbo, our greatest,” Nottingham Forest said in a statement on their website.
John Robertson provided magical nights in the European Cup: His victory goal against Hamburger SV 1980 remains unforgettable. Now he died after a long illness.
John Robertson provided magical nights in the European Cup: His victory goal against the Hamburg SV 1980 remains unforgettable. Now the football legend died after a long illness.
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