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Nottingham Forest legend John Robertson’s family pay emotional tribute to 'hero' - Nottinghamshire Live
Robertson, a two-time European Cup winner with Nottingham Forest, died after a long illness, leaving a legacy as one of the club's most gifted wingers.
- Nottingham Forest Football Club announced John Robertson passed away peacefully on Christmas morning after a long illness, his family confirmed.
- As a player, Robertson helped lead Nottingham Forest to the First Division 1978 title and European Cup 1979 and 1980 wins, making 502 appearances and scoring 95 goals.
- Capped 28 times for Scotland national team, John Robertson scored at the 1982 World Cup and later joined Martin O'Neill's coaching staff at Wycombe Wanderers, Leicester City, Celtic, Aston Villa, and Norwich City.
- Derby County said, `It is with great sadness that Derby County has learned of the passing of its former player John Robertson at the age of 72`, while Scotland and the English Football League also issued condolences Thursday.
- His family said their only comfort is that John Robertson's struggles are over and he is reunited with daughter Jessica, while admiration extended to Leicester City dressing room and former teammates recalling his kindness.
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