"Robertson was a hugely important part of the great Forest team that under Brian Clough rose from the second tier of English football to win multiple major honours, most famously back-to-back European Cups. Robertson assisted the decisive goal in the first triumph in 1979 and scored the decisive goal in the second, contributions that mark him out as one of the most remarkable players in British football history."
"Forest said in a statement: We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Nottingham Forest legend and dear friend, John Robertson. A true great of our club and a double European Cup winner, John's unrivalled talent, humility and unwavering devotion to Nottingham Forest will never ever be forgotten. Our thoughts are with John's family, friends and all who loved him. Rest in peace, Robbo Our greatest."
"A winger, he initially struggled to make an impact at the City Ground, mainly owing to a lack of professionalism characterised by a love of drinking, smoking and eating fried food. His career appear to be going nowhere until a showdown meeting with Clough's assistant, Peter Taylor, in the summer of 1976. Taylor told Robertson in the starkest terms that he either changed his ways or he would be kicked out of the club immediately."
John Robertson, born in Uddingston in January 1953, emerged from Drumchapel Amateur FC and joined Nottingham Forest in May 1970. A two-footed, skilful, imaginative and hard-working winger, he played a central role in Forest's rise under Brian Clough from the second tier to major honours, including back-to-back European Cups, assisting the decisive goal in 1979 and scoring the winner in 1980. He won 28 Scotland caps, notably scoring the winning goal against England at Wembley in May 1981. Early career struggles with drinking and poor habits changed after a 1976 confrontation with Peter Taylor, after which his talent flourished. Nottingham Forest paid tribute and expressed condolences.
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